All 40 BuildWise calculators in one place
Every materials calculator, cost estimator, and utility tool we offer — grouped by category for easy browsing.
Materials Calculators
Calculate exactly how much material you need for any project. Pure geometry, instant results.
Paint Calculator
How many gallons of paint you need.
Flooring Calculator
Square footage of flooring material to buy.
Tile Calculator
Number of tiles needed including grout joints.
Concrete Calculator
Cubic yards and bags of concrete required.
Gravel & Sand Calculator
Cubic yards and tons of fill material.
Mulch Calculator
Cubic yards and bags of mulch for any bed.
Drywall Calculator
Sheets of drywall for walls and ceilings.
Lumber Calculator
Board feet and number of boards needed.
Decking Calculator
Boards, joists, and fasteners for a new deck.
Roofing Calculator
Squares and bundles of shingles for any roof.
Insulation Calculator
Rolls, batts, or bags of insulation needed.
Fence Material Calculator
Posts, rails, and pickets for any fence.
Wallpaper Calculator
Rolls of wallpaper accounting for pattern repeat.
Brick & Block Calculator
Number of bricks or blocks plus mortar bags.
Stain & Sealer Calculator
Gallons of stain or sealer for any surface.
Sod Calculator
Pallets and rolls of sod for a new lawn.
Topsoil Calculator
Cubic yards and tons of topsoil for any bed.
Cost Estimators
Estimate project costs with industry-average price ranges from published sources.
Kitchen Remodel Cost Estimator
Estimate kitchen remodel cost by scope.
Bathroom Remodel Cost Estimator
Estimate bathroom remodel cost by type.
Basement Finishing Cost Estimator
Estimate basement finishing cost.
Room Addition Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost to add a new room.
Roof Replacement Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of a new roof.
Window Replacement Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of new windows.
HVAC Replacement Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of a new HVAC system.
Flooring Installation Cost Estimator
Estimate flooring installation cost.
Painting Cost Estimator
Estimate interior or exterior painting cost.
Fence Installation Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of a new fence.
Deck Building Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of building a deck.
Garage Conversion Cost Estimator
Estimate garage conversion cost.
Home Siding Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of new home siding.
Landscaping Cost Estimator
Estimate the cost of landscaping projects.
Utility Calculators
Unit converters, ROI tools, and project planning aids for builders and homeowners.
Square Footage Calculator
Calculate square footage for any room or shape.
Board Feet Calculator
Convert lumber dimensions into board feet.
Cubic Yards Calculator
Calculate cubic yards from any volume.
Area & Volume Converter
Convert between imperial and metric units.
Construction Material Weight Calculator
Estimate the weight of bulk material orders.
Waste Factor Calculator
Add an industry-standard waste buffer to any quantity.
Home Improvement ROI Calculator
See which renovations recoup the most resale value.
DIY vs Contractor Cost Comparison
Compare DIY material cost to a hired-pro estimate.
Project Timeline Estimator
Estimate how long any project will take.
Frequently asked questions
Yes — every calculator is free, with no signup or paywall. We're supported by display ads and affiliate links to retailers and contractor-matching services.
Materials calculators use standard industry formulas and are as accurate as the dimensions you enter. Cost estimators show national-average ranges from published sources — treat them as budgeting ballparks, not contractor quotes.
No. Every calculation runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you enter is sent to our servers or stored anywhere.
Yes. Every tool is mobile-first, designed to be used at the hardware store or on a job site.