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Free Foundation Estimate Template (Excel, 2026 Concrete & Labor Costs)
Typical project: · Timeline: weeks
📊 Trade Benchmarks (avg)
Concrete Price
$150 - $185/yd
Local delivery average
Rebar Spacing
18 - 24 inches
Standard grid pattern
Thickness
4 - 6 inches
Structural requirement
📦 Materials Cost Breakdown
Direct Material| Line Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete Pump & Mud | $6,200 | 32 Yards @ 4000 PSI |
| Rebar & Mesh | $1,450 | #4 rebar for footings |
| Lumber for Forms | $850 | PT stakes and 2x10s |
| Vapor Barrier & Tape | $420 | 15-mil Stego Wrap |
| Materials Subtotal | $8,920 |
👷 Labor Cost Breakdown
Direct Labor| Task | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Forming & Grading | $2,800 | Precision laser level set |
| Rebar tying & Chairs | $1,200 | Assembly prior to pour |
| Pouring & Finishing | $4,500 | 5-man crew / Power trowel finish |
| Labor Subtotal | $8,500 |
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Markup ≠ Margin — Don't Make This Mistake
A % markup on $17,420 gives % gross margin — not %. To hit a true % gross margin, divide your cost by NaN.
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