Quote Margin Check Calculator
Check the profit margin built into a job quote by comparing your quoted price against total estimated costs before you send it.
Your results
Calculation breakdown
- Profit
- Quoted price − Estimated cost
- Margin
- (Profit ÷ Quoted price) × 100
Worked example
A tradesperson quoting $8,000 with an estimated $5,500 total job cost would make $2,500 profit, a 31.25% margin.
Assumptions
- Estimated cost should include materials, labour, subcontractors and a share of overheads.
- A negative margin means the quote as priced would make a loss.
- Update the estimate if job scope or material prices change before work starts.
How this calculator works
Enter the price you're about to quote a customer along with your estimated total cost for the job to see the resulting profit margin in dollars and as a percentage before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
What costs should I include in the job cost?
Include materials, labour, subcontractors, equipment hire and a share of overheads relevant to the job.
What margin should I aim for on a quote?
This varies by trade and job risk, but many businesses set a minimum acceptable margin below which they won't quote.
What if the margin comes back negative?
A negative margin means the quoted price is below total cost, so you'd make a loss on the job as priced.
Results are estimates only and are not financial, tax, legal or credit advice.