Material & Volume Calculators

Get your quantities right the first time. This collection of calculators helps you estimate the exact volume and amount of common construction materials needed for your project, from concrete and sub-base to dirt and mortar. Plan better, reduce waste, and save money.

Pro Tip: Always add a waste factor (typically 5-10%) to your final material estimate to account for spills, cutting, and uneven ground.

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Concrete Calculator

Calculate the volume of concrete needed for slabs, footings, columns, and steps. Get results in cubic yards/meters and number of bags.

Slab Calculator

A specialized tool for quickly calculating the concrete volume and cost for rectangular or circular slabs.

Type 1 Calculator

Estimate the amount of sub-base aggregate (Type 1) needed for driveways, patios, and foundations, including compaction.

Dirt Calculator

Calculate the volume and weight of dirt, topsoil, or fill dirt required for your landscaping or grading project.

Mortar Calculator

Estimate the amount of mortar, cement, and sand needed for laying bricks or concrete blocks (CMUs).

CMU Block Calculator

Calculate the number of concrete masonry units (CMUs) or blocks required to build a wall.

Screed Calculator

Determine the volume of screed and the quantities of cement and sand needed for your flooring project.

Topsoil Calculator

Specifically for landscaping, calculate the amount of topsoil for lawns, garden beds, and planters.

Fill Dirt Calculator

Estimate the volume and tonnage of fill dirt needed to raise or level an area, with compaction factor.

Sub Base Calculator

A general calculator for any type of sub-base aggregate, including gravel, crushed stone, or sand.