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CY Calculator vs BuildingCalc

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CY Calculator compared with BuildingCalc
DetailCY Calculator logo CY CalculatorBuildingCalc logo BuildingCalc
What it doesFree online cubic yard calculator for soil, mulch, gravel, sand and concrete Free professional construction calculators for contractors, DIYers and architects
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Key features
  • Mixed unit input across feet, inches, yards, millimeters, centimeters and meters
  • Results in cubic yards, cubic feet and cubic meters
  • Optional waste percentage and quantity multiplier
  • Cost estimation with custom pricing per unit
  • Seven specialized calculators for different materials
  • In-browser calculations with no data storage
  • Weight and density calculations for gravel, topsoil and sand
  • 45 specialized trade calculators
  • Real-time calculation updates as you type
  • PDF and Excel export with company branding
  • Adjustable waste factors on all calculators
  • Material rate library with regional presets
  • Multi-language support in 13 languages
  • Mobile-friendly responsive design
  • Works offline entirely in browser
What makes it different
  • Free with no signup required and unlimited calculations
  • Explains formulas and working so users can verify calculations
  • All calculations run in browser without storing personal data
  • Supports any combination of metric and imperial units
  • Tested results with 150+ automated checks before updates
  • No sign-up, no account required
  • Privacy-first: all calculations run locally in browser
  • Industry-standard formulas from ACI, NEC, and IRC codes
  • Professional exports ready for client bids and supplier orders
  • Customizable material rates that sync across all calculators
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Citation Flow (Majestic)1213
Referring domains (Majestic)41

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