Hard Cost
Hard cost definition. Understand the 'bricks and mortar' expenses of a construction project, including labor and materials.
Calculation Formula
Hard Cost = (Materials + Direct Labor + Subcontractors + Equipment) Real Contractor Example
On a kitchen remodel, the cabinets, flooring, plumbing, and the labor to install them make up the hard costs.
Put This Into Practice
Knowing the definition is step one. RemodelFin tracks this in real time on every job — no spreadsheets.