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CY Calculator vs CostLocal

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CY Calculator compared with CostLocal
DetailCY Calculator logo CY CalculatorCostLocal logo CostLocal
What it doesFree online cubic yard calculator for soil, mulch, gravel, sand and concrete Local cost ranges for home projects, built from federal wage and price data
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelNot given Freemium
PricingNot given Free: estimator and all cost pages, save up to 3 estimates, free 1-page PDF preview, request up to 3 local quotes. Detailed Estimate Report: $9 one-time for a multi-page PDF. CostLocal Pro: $19/month or $149/year (save 35%).
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
  • 38 home projects with cost ranges
  • 300 US metro areas covered
  • Local labor costs scaled by Bureau of Labor Statistics median wages
  • Materials and permits scaled by Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities
  • Every source named and dated
  • Save up to 3 estimates for free
  • Request up to 3 local contractor quotes
  • Price alerts and priority quote matching in Pro plan
  • Contractor questions and hiring checklists
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
  • Adjusts national averages to your specific metro area
  • Free estimator with optional paid reports and subscriptions
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)1 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)120
Referring domains (Majestic)40

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