Service Pricing Calculator
Use this service pricing calculator to set a service price based on labour, materials, and target margin.
What This Calculator Does
This calculator works backwards from your target margin to show the service price needed. It is useful for call-outs, small jobs, maintenance work, and repeat service offers.
How to Use
- Enter labour cost.
- Enter materials cost.
- Enter the margin you want.
- Click calculate.
Example
If labour and materials total $220 and you want a 35% margin, the calculator gives you the price you need to charge.
Why This Calculation Matters
Small service jobs are easy to underprice because they feel quick. A service pricing calculator helps make sure the business still recovers time, materials, and profit.
Common Mistakes
- Charging too little because the job feels simple.
- Ignoring travel time and admin.
- Not using a consistent minimum margin.
- Discounting before checking the real cost.
FAQs
Why use margin for service pricing?
Margin helps you work backwards from the price you want to charge instead of just adding a rough mark-up.
Is this useful for call-out work?
Yes. It is especially useful for quick service jobs where undercharging is common.
Can I include travel cost?
Yes. Add travel-related cost into labour or materials so it is recovered.