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Concrete Calculator

Estimate how much concrete you need for a slab, footing or driveway — then turn it into a priced estimate with materials and labor.

Built for contractors, not spreadsheets

1.36 cubic yards — Ready-mix concrete
82.00 bags — 60 lb bags (if hand-mixing)

Build a priced estimate

Material prices are your cost — add a markup. Your labor rate is what you bill the client. Saved on this device.

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Optional — puts your company on branded PDF quotes and unlocks your saved dashboard. Everything stays on your device.

How to estimate concrete

Concrete is ordered by the cubic yard. Multiply the length, width and thickness of the pour in feet, then divide by 27 (there are 27 cubic feet in a cubic yard). Add 5-10% for waste, spillage and an uneven subgrade so you don't come up short mid-pour.

For a priced estimate, set your delivered ready-mix price per yard and your placing-and-finishing labor rate in Settings — CraftTools then totals materials plus labor into a client-ready quote. Residential slabs are usually 4 inches thick, driveways 4-6 inches, and footings are sized to local code and soil.

Frequently asked questions

How much concrete do I need?

Multiply length x width x thickness (in feet), divide by 27 for cubic yards, then add waste. This calculator does it and prices it for you.

How much does a yard of concrete cost?

Ready-mix commonly runs $120-160 per cubic yard delivered; set your own price in the estimate to match your supplier.