Gazebo Calculator & Material Planner
Polygon footprint, roof surface, perimeter beams and post quantities.
Project estimate
Gazebo Planner
$1,385–$1,593
Material estimate + optional reserve · USD
- Footprint
- 93.53 ft²
- Roof area
- 108 ft²
- Perimeter
- 36 ft
- Working time allowance
- 1.55 days
24.8 person-hours / 2 people / 8 h per day. Provisional activity rates; adjust in advanced options.
Excludes labor, tax, delivery, equipment rental, permits and site work. Sample prices are not live retailer quotes. Upper budget includes 15% contingency.
Cost breakdown
- Framing
- $785
- Roofing
- $292
- Concrete
- $308
Shopping list
0 / 6 checkedWhole packages rounded up. Edit a unit price to use your supplier's quote.
Framing
Posts
6 posts
$330$55 per posts
Perimeter beam lumber
80 ft
$320$4 per ft
Hip rafters
45 ft
$135$3 per ft
Roofing
Roof sheathing
4 sheets
$140$35 per sheets
Shingles
4 bundles
$152$38 per bundles
Concrete
80 lb concrete
44 bags
$308$7 per bags
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Assumptions & project notes
- Material allowance: 10%. Package sizes and coverage rates are editable in the inputs.
- This is a quantity takeoff, not structural sizing. Member sections, support spacing, connections, soil bearing and footing dimensions must come from an approved design. Defaults are illustrative.
- Regular polygon measured to corners. Roof covering excludes overhangs.
- Check final dimensions, product specifications and any required local approvals before ordering.
Tools & preparation
- Tape measure and framing square
- Level and layout string
- Drill / driver and specified bits
- Suitable saw and clamps
- Footing excavation and concrete tools where required
A preparation list; confirm installation tools with your selected products.
How to use the gazebo planner
Start with shape, center to corner, roof rise above eaves. The result includes footprint, roof area, perimeter. Open advanced options to match your product sizes, material allowance and labor expectations.
1. Measure and specify
Measure the footprint, finished levels and access; settle the structural design before choosing member sizes.
2. Adjust the estimate
Match board widths, spacing, stock lengths and connections to the approved layout.
3. Prepare your order
Lay out cuts and supports, then confirm the material list with the timber and hardware supplier.
4. Plan the work
Plan foundations, framing, weather protection and final inspection in the order required by the design.
Frequently asked questions
What does the gazebo planner estimate?+
Polygon footprint, roof surface, perimeter beams and post quantities. The shopping list includes posts, perimeter beam lumber, hip rafters, roof sheathing, shingles, 80 lb concrete.
Which assumptions should I check?+
This is a quantity takeoff, not structural sizing. Member sections, support spacing, connections, soil bearing and footing dimensions must come from an approved design. Defaults are illustrative. Regular polygon measured to corners. Roof covering excludes overhangs.
Are the prices current supplier quotes?+
No. Initial unit prices are illustrative USD budgeting inputs. Enter a price beside each material to use your own quote. The total includes materials only; labor, shipping, taxes, permits and rental are excluded.
Can I save or share my project?+
Save stores the inputs and prices on this browser. Share link includes the configuration in the address so another device can reopen it. Download CSV exports the shopping list, and Print / PDF opens your browser’s print dialog.