Formula 1
DIY Cost Formula
Materials + tools or rentals + material waste + permit fees = total DIY expense.
Total DIY expense
$0.00
Includes $0.00 for estimated material waste.
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DIY vs Professional Cost Calculator
Enter your own estimates to compare the complete DIY expense, a professional project estimate, and the hourly value of doing the work yourself.
Remember, these are rough estimates. You can adjust them however necessary.
Safety notice: This does not take into account the risk to your health and safety. For example, if you are not versed in electronics and/or plumbing, it may not be a good idea to try it yourself regardless of the financial savings. Repair at your own risk.
Formula 2
Professional Cost Formula
Materials + 30% material markup + contractor time at $100 per hour + permits or warranties = total professional expense.
30% average markup of materials
$0.00
Automatically adds 30% to the material cost entered above.Total professional expense
$100.00
Includes $0.00 material markup and $100.00 contractor labor.
Formula 3
The Time Value Check
Professional labor avoided ÷ expected DIY hours = savings per DIY hour. Compare that result with what your free time or hourly wage is worth.
Professional labor avoided
$100.00
Savings per DIY hour
$0.00
Value of your DIY time
$0.00
Planning result
Enter your expected hours and the value of your time to see the comparison.
These calculators provide planning estimates only. Actual costs vary by project scope, location, materials, contractor, and permit requirements.
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