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Construction Change Order Markup Calculator

Calculate construction change order markup with clear inputs, formula guidance, and practical result checks.

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How to calculate construction change order markup

This calculator finds the markup amount to add to a change order's direct cost, based on the contract's specified change order markup percentage.

How the calculation works

Markup amount = Change order direct cost × (Markup percentage ÷ 100).

Example

A $5,000 change order direct cost with a 15% markup: Markup amount = $5,000 × 0.15 = $750, making the total change order price $5,750.

Frequently asked questions

How is Result calculated?

Result = [Direct change cost] × ([Markup percentage] ÷ 100).

Is the Construction Change Order Markup Calculator free to use?

Yes — every calculator on Simple Calculator Tools is free, runs in your browser, and does not require an account.

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Construction Change Order Markup Calculator

Markup amount = Change order direct cost × (Markup percentage ÷ 100).

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Pro Tips for Construction Change Order Markup

  1. Check your specific contract for the change-order markup rate — it doesn't always match the original bid's markup percentage.
  2. Document change orders in writing and get client sign-off before starting additional work to avoid payment disputes.

Common Construction Change Order Markup Mistakes to Avoid

  • Assuming the change order markup rate matches the original contract markup without checking specific contract language, which sometimes specifies a different rate.

When to Use This Calculator

This calculator finds the markup amount to add to a change order's direct cost, based on the contract's specified change order markup percentage.

Content reviewed: August 2026 · Robert Threadgill
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