Deckworks

For deck builders

Deck Estimating Software With the Math Built In

Most deck estimating software stores prices but leaves the takeoff to you — a lumber calculator in one tab, a concrete calculator in another, then retyping totals into an invoice. Deckworks calculates boards, joists, fasteners, railing and footings directly inside each estimate line.

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How estimating works in Deckworks

1. Build the takeoff

Enter deck size, joist spacing, waste factor, railing sides and footing count. Decking boards, joists, fasteners, concrete and stairs are calculated at once.

2. Price each line

Every calculated quantity drops into the estimate with your own supplier prices attached, so the total updates the moment a dimension changes.

3. Send it with the math shown

Each line item carries a plain-English math note — 96 boards = 320 sq ft ÷ 7.33 sq ft per board + 10% waste. Clients stop asking where the number came from.

4. Convert to an invoice

Approved estimate becomes an invoice in one tap, with deposits, a branded PDF, card payment and reminders included.

What an estimate line looks like

5/4x6 cedar decking — 96 boards @ $28.00 = $2,688.00
16 ft × 20 ft = 320 sq ft ÷ 7.33 sq ft per 16 ft board = 44 → +10% waste → 48 boards per layer
Concrete footings — 36 bags @ $6.50 = $234.00
6 holes × (π × 0.5² × 3 ft) = 14.14 cu ft ÷ 0.45 cu ft per 60 lb bag = 32 → rounded up per hole = 36 bags

Questions deck builders ask

What is deck estimating software?

Deck estimating software turns deck dimensions into a priced material and labor list. Most tools only hold prices, so you still calculate boards, joists and concrete somewhere else. Deckworks runs the takeoff math inside the estimate itself.

How is this different from QuickBooks or Wave?

Accounting apps invoice well but have no deck math. You calculate boards in one tool, concrete in another, then retype the totals. Deckworks removes the retyping by making the calculator the line item.

Can I turn an estimate into an invoice?

Yes. An approved estimate converts to an invoice in one tap, keeping the line items, math notes, deposit terms and totals.

Is there a free version?

Yes. The calculators are free and unlimited, and you can create your first three invoices free. Pro is $19 a month for unlimited invoices, estimates and payments.

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Looking for the measurement side first? See deck takeoff software or the free concrete footing calculator.