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2xKit

Construction Tools

A toolkit for builders, contractors, and DIYers, estimate material quantities, project costs, and structural dimensions before you break ground.

Structure & systems

Wall Framing Calculator

Calculate how many wall studs you need from wall length and stud spacing.

Roof Pitch Calculator

Calculate roof pitch, angle and slope factor from rise and run.

Roofing Calculator

Calculate actual roof area and shingle bundles needed, accounting for pitch.

Stair Calculator

Calculate riser height, total run and stringer length for a staircase.

Deck Calculator

Calculate decking boards and joists needed for a deck.

Fence Calculator

Calculate how many fence posts and rails you need for a given length.

Retaining Wall Calculator

Calculate how many blocks you need to build a retaining wall.

Gutter Calculator

Calculate gutter length and downspouts needed from roof perimeter.

Asphalt Driveway Calculator

Estimate the tons of asphalt needed for a driveway or paved area.

Water Tank Capacity Calculator

Calculate the capacity of a cylindrical or rectangular water tank.

HVAC / BTU Calculator

Calculate the AC/HVAC size needed for a room based on area and climate.

Insulation Calculator

Find the required insulation thickness and volume for a target R-value.

Electrical Load Calculator

Calculate current draw and recommended breaker size from connected electrical load.

Ramp Calculator

Calculate ramp length and slope angle from rise height and slope ratio.

Rainwater Harvesting Calculator

Estimate annual harvestable rainwater from roof area, rainfall and runoff coefficient.

Lighting Lux Calculator

Calculate how many light fixtures a room needs to hit a target illuminance.

Generator Capacity Calculator

Calculate the recommended backup generator size from connected load and demand factors.

Transformer Capacity Calculator

Calculate the recommended distribution transformer size with a future-growth margin.

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