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Concrete Yardage Calculator

Convert slab, footing, wall, or area measurements into cubic yards for ready-mix planning.

Concrete yardage calculator

Get the answer first

Estimate concrete yardage for ordering while keeping waste and site checks visible.

  1. EnterLength ft, Width ft, Thickness in
  2. CalculateExample: 30 ft by 12 ft by 4 in with 10% waste estimates about 4.889 cubic yards.
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Example

Example: 30 ft by 12 ft by 4 in with 10% waste estimates about 4.889 cubic yards.

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Concrete and masonry calculators on ToolsBing are planning estimates only. Confirm dimensions, material yields, reinforcement, mix design, local code requirements, supplier coverage, delivery limits, and site conditions with a qualified contractor, engineer, supplier, or inspector before ordering or building.

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Estimated result

Estimated quantityWaiting for input

cu yd

MeaningPlanning quantity

This is a buying or planning estimate before supplier package-size checks.

Next stepVerify before ordering

Recheck dimensions, waste factor, material yield, and local construction requirements.

Formula and assumptions

Quantity = measured area or volume adjusted by coverage, yield, and waste assumptions

Use this result as an early estimate. Real projects may require mix design, reinforcement review, subgrade preparation, moisture control, curing, delivery minimums, compaction, local code checks, and professional supervision.

Next useful step

Use the result without guessing

Before you act, run one real scenario and one conservative scenario.

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Known input

30 ft length, 12 ft width, 4 in thickness, 10% waste.

Expected result

Displayed concrete yardage should be about 4.889 cubic yards.

Method check

Cubic yards = length x width x thickness(in) / 12 / 27, then apply waste allowance. Allow +/- 0.01 cubic yards for rounding.

Check before using this result

Verify the inputs, units, assumptions, and any local rules that apply. For financial, health, engineering, or construction decisions, confirm the result with a qualified professional or an authoritative source.