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Calculate how much extra material to order based on industry waste factors. Stop running back to the supply house mid-job.
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🪵 Framing Lumber
board feet
+
10%
waste
=
110
to order
$165
🧱 Drywall (4×8)
sheets
+
12%
waste
=
112
to order
$1,568
🏠 Roofing Shingles
squares
+
15%
waste
=
115
to order
$12,650
🔲 Floor Tile
sq ft
+
15%
waste
=
115
to order
$518
🎨 Interior Paint
gallons
+
8%
waste
=
108
to order
$4,104
Total Order Cost
$19,005
Waste Cost Built In
$2,205
Materials Only (No Waste)
$16,800
💡 Pro Tip
Always factor waste into your bids. If you're eating $2,205 in waste per job and doing 4 jobs/month, that's $105,816/year lost if not built into pricing.
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