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TimeCardPal vs BuildingCalc

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TimeCardPal compared with BuildingCalc
DetailTimeCardPal logo TimeCardPalBuildingCalc logo BuildingCalc
What it doesFree time card calculator for tracking work hours, overtime and pay Free professional construction calculators for contractors, DIYers and architects
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Pricing modelFree Free
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Key features
  • Calculate weekly or biweekly hours from clock in and clock out times
  • Subtract unpaid breaks and meal times automatically
  • Handle overnight shifts that end after midnight
  • Calculate overtime pay at customizable rates and thresholds
  • Mark days as paid leave or unpaid leave
  • Display results in decimal hours for payroll systems
  • Save time cards to device for later access
  • Print, download as PDF or export to CSV
  • Support for multiple country overtime rules
  • All data stored locally in browser with no server upload
  • 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
  • Works on mobile phones without installation
  • All calculations run locally in your browser, nothing sent to servers
  • Hand-checked calculations against official government rules and worked examples
  • Built specifically around time card format rather than embedded in time-tracking software
  • 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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