Start with the job
Choose the service, quantity, location and finish level. Use the first range as a prompt for what needs measuring and confirming.
United States contractor estimating
Build clearer contractor estimates and quotes in US dollars.
JobPrice gives US contractors and service businesses a structured starting point for pricing work. Turn the scope into labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor and contingency allowances, then replace every benchmark with your current local costs before sending.
Estimate, quote or proposal?
Customers may ask for an estimate, bid, proposal or quote. Those words can carry different expectations, so the document should clearly state whether the price is an early planning range or a fixed offer, how long it remains valid, and how changes will be approved.
What changes the price locally
- Local labor rates, payroll burden and insurance costs
- Supplier pricing, freight, equipment rental and disposal
- Permit, inspection and licensing requirements
- Travel time, parking, access and site protection
- State and local sales-tax treatment for the work
- Contingency for unknown conditions and customer changes
What to include in the customer quote
- Customer name and service address
- A specific scope with inclusions and exclusions
- Itemized labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors
- Tax, deposit, progress payments and final-payment terms
- Start assumptions, estimated duration and quote expiry
- A written change-order process for extra work
A practical pricing workflow
Replace benchmarks
Enter your own crew rates, supplier prices, equipment, travel, permit and disposal costs. Add the margin your business needs.
Review local requirements
Confirm state and local tax treatment, licensing, permits, inspections and contract requirements that apply to the specific job.
Send a clear document
Create an editable estimate or quote with the agreed scope, exclusions, payment schedule, validity period and change process.
Frequently asked questions
Can JobPrice calculate US sales tax?
You can set a tax percentage for the document, but sales-tax rules vary by state, locality and service. Confirm the treatment that applies to your business and job before sending.
Is a JobPrice estimate a contract?
No. JobPrice creates an editable pricing document. You decide the final scope and terms and should use the contracts and notices required for your trade and location.
Can different kinds of contractors use it?
Yes. The estimator covers construction, home services, automotive, cleaning, landscaping, professional services, events and other service work.
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