How estimates are calculated
When Skipp creates a quick estimate, we're making several calculations based on the simple information you've given us about the project. There are two parts to this calculation: the materials, and the quantity of materials.
Materials
The Skipp estimate is based on the MSRP for all materials you select.
Skipp ingests pricing for all materials (cabinetry, cabinet accessories, surfaces, and sinks and faucets) directly from the manufacturers' catalog. When you select the materials, we're using the pricing we got from the manufacturer (MSRP). We strive to keep this as up to date as possible.
Quantity of Materials
Skipp estimates the quantity of materials needed:
- Layout - the general shape you have in mind. This helps us understand if you'll need corner cabinets (like in L- and U-shaped layouts).
- Add Island - whether or not the design has an island
- Linear Footage - estimated linear footage of cabinetry
- Cabinet Height - short vs tall (tall means over 36")
- Cabinet Accessories: We base this on the estimated number of cabinets from the calculation above. We assume one accessory per cabinet.
- Surfaces: We base this on the estimated linear feet of cabinetry multiplied by the standard surface dept.
- Sink & Faucet: we assume the quantity is one of each unless otherwise specified
Labor
For now, we leave the Labor line item blank so you can input your own labor costs.
We calculate cabinetry installation costs based on the linear footage of cabinetry. This estimate is derived from installation cost data provided by a third-party source that collects labor rates from across the country. For cabinetry installation, we use an industry average of $120 per linear foot.
What's next?
Learn how to edit an estimate before sharing with a homeowner.