Foundation Cost Per Square Foot Calculator

Formula

To calculate the foundation cost per square foot:

\[ C_{psf} = \frac{C_{total}}{A} \]

Where:

$C_{psf}$ is the foundation cost per square foot
$C_{total}$ is the total foundation cost
$A$ is the total square footage

What is Foundation Cost Per Square Foot?

The foundation cost per square foot is a measure of the cost to construct a foundation for a building or structure, expressed in terms of dollars per square foot. This metric is useful for budgeting and estimating the total cost of a construction project based on the size of the foundation. It takes into account all expenses related to the foundation, including materials, labor, and any additional costs associated with the construction process.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Total Foundation Cost ($C_{total}$) = $50000
Total Square Footage ($A$) = 2000 square feet

Using the formula:

Step 1: Divide the total foundation cost by the total square footage:

\[ \frac{C_{total}}{A} = \frac{50000}{2000} = 25 \]

The foundation cost per square foot is $25.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Total Foundation Cost ($C_{total}$) = $75000
Total Square Footage ($A$) = 3000 square feet

Using the formula:

Step 1: Divide the total foundation cost by the total square footage:

\[ \frac{C_{total}}{A} = \frac{75000}{3000} = 25 \]

The foundation cost per square foot is $25.