Concrete Cost Calculator
Estimate material, laying and mesh costs for any concrete project.
Dimensions
Costs
Laying cost typically includes pump hire, power float and labour. Mesh cost is a flat project total, not per m³. Add 5–10% to volume for waste.
Results
Estimates only — always get supplier quotes before proceeding.
Recommended Tools & Supplies
Find what you need for your concrete project on Amazon.
Concrete Finishing Float
Aluminium bull float for a smooth power-float finish on slabs.
Steel Reinforcement Mesh
Welded wire mesh for reinforcing farm yard and driveway slabs.
Concrete Vibrator Poker
Electric poker vibrator to consolidate and remove air from concrete.
Concrete Sealant & Waterproofer
Surface treatment to protect and waterproof cured concrete slabs.
Safety Gloves & Goggles
PPE for working with wet concrete — essential to prevent cement burns.
Concrete Mixing Paddle Drill
Heavy duty mixing paddle attachment for power drills.
Affiliate disclosure: AgriOps participates in the Amazon EU Associates Programme. Links above are affiliate links — if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us keep our tools free. We only link to products we believe are genuinely useful.
Concrete Depth & Cost Guide
Recommended depths
- Footpath / light use100 mm (0.10 m)
- Domestic driveway 100–150 mm
- Farm yard / tractors 150–200 mm
- HGV / heavy traffic 200–250 mm
- Silage clamp floor 200 mm min
Budgeting tips
- • Add 5–10% to your volume figure for overpour and waste
- • Ready-mix typically includes pump hire in the quote — confirm before comparing
- • Mesh reinforcement is priced per m² by most suppliers — calculate area first
- • Allow for sub-base (MOT Type 1) costs separately to this calculator
- • Always get at least 3 quotes before committing