Projects & Costs

7 free calculators — every one shows its formula and a worked example.

Compost Topdressing CalculatorThe ¼-inch layer in yards and dollars — the slow fix for thin soil.Mulch CalculatorYards, bags, and the bulk-vs-bagged break-even for your beds.Leaf Mulching DecisionMulch or rake? The verdict by leaf depth — and free fertilizer either way.Lawn Service vs DIYService quote vs your mower and hours — the honest season math.New Lawn Cost CalculatorSeed vs sod, priced for your yard — and the extras people forget.Sod CalculatorPallets + rolls to order, and what the instant-lawn premium costs.Topsoil CalculatorYards, bags, and tons — and the point where delivery beats the trunk.