Cost-Plus Savings Calculator

Compare a typical fixed-bid pool contract against transparent cost-plus pricing for new pool construction.

Enter the price another builder quoted.

Many traditional builders target gross margins between 20%-30% depending on overhead, sales structure, and market conditions.

Traditional Builder Quote

$135,000

Estimated Construction Cost

$101,250

Estimated Open-Book Project Range

$112,056–$120,156

Potential Savings Range

$14,844–$22,944

Based on your inputs, your project may qualify for meaningful savings through a transparent open-book construction approach.

This calculator is intended for planning purposes only. Actual savings vary based on scope, design, permitting, site conditions, material selections, and project complexity.

Cost-plus pricing applies only to new pool construction. Outdoor living uses fixed-scope pricing and design services are separate packages.