Dirt Work Estimating

Start with quantities

Measure the work area and determine the material depth or excavation depth. Separate material that is being placed from soil that is being excavated and hauled away when both apply.

Add real job costs

A useful estimate should account for more than material. Consider delivery, haul-off, labor, equipment, project time, disposal, and other job-specific costs. DirtQuote gives you separate fields so you can see where the total comes from.

Apply markup deliberately

Markup is applied to the estimate's underlying cost categories. Review the subtotal before markup so you can spot missing costs and make sure your pricing reflects the work involved.

Create a customer-ready estimate

Use the customer and project fields to identify the job, then review the results and notes before presenting the estimate. Keep assumptions and exclusions clear so the customer understands what the number covers.

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