Project Quote Calculator

A percentage added on top of your base estimate to cover scope creep, revisions, or work you didn't anticipate at quoting time — it protects your margin if the project runs over your initial hour estimate.

It depends on how well-defined the project scope is — vague or new-client projects often warrant a higher buffer (15-25%), while well-scoped repeat work might use less (5-10%). This tool doesn't recommend one, it applies whatever you enter.

No — it's purely a labor-hours calculation (hours × rate + contingency). Add any material, software, or subcontractor costs separately to your final quote.

That's your choice — some freelancers show it transparently as a line item; others fold it into a single total quote. This tool computes both the base cost and total so you can present it either way.