Line-Item Construction Budget Estimate

Based on National Averages

Enter only the “Total Direct Construction Cost” amount (do not include Lot, Overhead or Profit), and the worksheet will break out the phases based on the national average survey results.

This information provides a quick glance at what you can expect for costs on the project.THIS IS NOT AN ESTIMATE FOR YOUR CLIENT. It is to use as a check on your estimating process.

Project Finished Square Foot:

Total Direct Construction Cost:

Construction Cost per SF:

2.1

Site Work (sum of A to E)

2.6

Interior Finishes (sum of U to AE)

A.

Building Permit Fees

U.

Insulation

B.

Impact Fee

V.

Drywall

C.

Water and Sewer Fees/Inspections

W.

Interior Trim, Doors, and Mirrors

D.

Architecture. Engineering

X.

Painting

E.

Other

Y.

Lighting

2.2

Foundations (sum of F to G)

Z.

Cabinets, Countertops

F.

Excavation, Foundation, Concrete, Backfill

AA.

Appliances

G.

Other

AB.

Flooring

2.3

Framing (sum of H to L)

AC.

Plumbing Fixtures

H.

Framing (including roof)

AD.

Fireplace

I.

Trusses (if not included above)

AE.

Other

J.

Sheathing (if not included above)

2.7

Final Steps (sum of AF to AJ)

K.

General Metal, Steel

AF.

Landscaping

L.

Other

AG.

Outdoor Structures (Deck, Patio, Porches

2.4

Exterior Finishes (sum of M to P)

AH.

Driveway

M.

Exterior Wall Finish

AI.

Clean Up

N.

Roofing

AJ.

Other

O.

Windows and Doors (inc. Garage Door)

2.8

Other

P.

Other

2.5

Major Systems Rough-ins (sum of Q to T)

Q.

Plumbing (except fixtures)

R.

Electrical (except fixtures)

S.

HVAC

T.

Other

TOTAL (rounded)

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