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Labor Cost Calculator

Estimate the labor hours and costs for your boat building project.

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30ft Fiberglass Cruiser

40ft Steel Trawler (Pro build)

22ft Plywood Skiff (Mixed)

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About This Tool
The Labor Cost Calculator helps you estimate one of the most significant and variable expenses in boat building: the cost of labor. By inputting your total material cost and the complexity of the build, this tool provides an estimate of the hours required. You can then compare the costs and savings between DIY, mixed, and fully professional approaches to building your boat.

Key Concepts:

Labor-to-Material Ratio: The relationship between the cost of materials and the cost of labor.
Sweat Equity: The value you add by performing the labor yourself.
Complexity Multiplier: Complex designs require exponentially more hours than simple ones.
Mixed Labor Model: A hybrid approach balancing cost savings with professional quality.
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