Job Pricing Calculator
EssentialPrice jobs accurately with material, labor, and overhead costs
How to Price a Job
Build accurate job quotes by calculating all costs:
- Materials: All parts, supplies, and consumables
- Labor: Total hours × your hourly rate
- Equipment: Tools, vehicle costs, specialized equipment
- Overhead: Insurance, office, admin (typically 10-20%)
- Profit: Your desired profit margin (typically 15-30%)
Materials
List all materials needed for the job
Item 1
Item Total:$0.00
Total Materials:$0.00
Labor & Other Costs
Labor Cost:$600.00
Applied to all direct costs (typically 10-20%)
Your desired profit (typically 15-30%)
Job Quote Price
Total Quote
$828.00
Profit Amount
$138.00
Profit Margin
16.7%
Cost Breakdown
Materials$0.00
Labor$600.00
Equipment$0.00
Direct Costs$600.00
Overhead (15%)$90.00
Total Costs$690.00
Profit (20%)$138.00
Total Quote$828.00
Pricing Tips
• Always include a buffer for unexpected costs (5-10%)
• Track actual vs estimated costs to improve future quotes
• Consider payment terms (deposits, progress payments)
• Review competitor pricing in your market