Common questions

How do I use the cost to build calculator?

How do I use the cost to build calculator?

The Cost To Build calculator helps you calculate the cost to build your new home or garage. Just select the House or Garage Calculator above then enter the required fields. Cost to build will do the rest and provide you with a cost summary. The cost to build calculator is fast, accurate and it’s free to use.

What is constructionconstruction calc?

Construction Calc is a free calculator application designed by, and for, construction workers, carpenters, engineers or anyone else who works with measurements in feet and inches or in metric.

What can’t I select in the home renovation calculator?

This includes your kitchen, HVAC system, insulation, framing, and other options that you “cannot” select in the calculator. 4) Select the number of levels (floors). Note that living area as well as the amount of siding and the number of windows will proportionately increase with the number of additional floors.

How do you calculate the length of a foundation?

The calculation is based on the Pythagorean Theorem. Reduced to simple construction terms, it says that the foundation length squared plus the foundation width squared equals the foundation diagonal distance (opposite corner to opposite corner) squared.

How do I calculate the square footage of my building?

Enter the length of your building in feet. Enter the height of your ceiling in feet. Note that if you have a vaulted ceiling, please enter the lowest height value. This is your building’s interior square footage. You’ll need this many studs. Plate material, bottom & top.

How do I calculate building materials for my project?

Note that the formulas used to calculate building materials are approximate based on industry standards for our region. Other factors may determine that you require more or less. Enter the width of your building in feet. Enter the length of your building in feet.