Cost calculators
Plan a quote-ready outdoor project budget.
V1 is intentionally limited to five outdoor calculators. Each one shows a low/mid/high planning range, component breakdown, assumptions, exclusions, and quote checklist prompts before any monetization step.
Choose a calculator
Start with the project type that best matches the scope you expect to discuss with contractors.
Outdoor living
Deck and Patio Installation Cost Calculator
Deck refreshes, patio surfaces, and small outdoor living upgrades.
Estimate a deck or patio installation planning range from finished square footage, material tier, labor complexity, removal, permit allowance, DIY share, and contingency.
- finished surface area
- decking/paver tier
- demo + permits
Boundary projects
Fence Installation Cost Calculator
Fence replacement or installation before comparing installer quotes.
Estimate fence installation costs by linear footage, material, height, gates, removal and site complexity.
- linear feet
- material type
- site complexity
Exterior maintenance
Exterior Painting Cost Calculator
Exterior repainting and prep conversations with painting contractors.
Estimate a planning range for exterior repainting, prep, and trim refresh work.
- paintable area
- paint quality
- prep complexity
Landscape refresh
Landscaping Refresh Cost Calculator
Seasonal cleanup, planting, edging, and bed improvement planning.
Estimate a planning range for a seasonal yard refresh with planting, edging, and cleanup.
- refresh area
- planting tier
- DIY share
Garden beds
Mulch, Soil, and Garden Bed Cost Calculator
Mulch, soil amendment, delivery, and bed-prep budgeting.
Estimate a planning range for mulch refresh, soil amendment, and garden bed preparation.
- bed square feet
- material tier
- labor share
Before you compare quotes
Use the estimate as a planning brief.
A range is most useful when paired with scope notes. Review the assumptions, download the checklist, and compare contractor quotes against the same line items.