Free calculators built on real market data for Arizona contractors. See exactly what you should charge - and what you're leaving behind.
Enter your costs and trade. See your correct price, what you're actually making, and how you compare to top performers in your trade.
Your technician's time at your true loaded cost
What you paid for parts, not what you charge
Truck, insurance, tools, office - as % of direct costs
Leave blank to just see what you should charge
HVAC Industry Benchmarks (2026)
Gross Margin
20-30%
Net Margin
5-10%
Parts Markup
25-50%
Labor Markup
20-30%
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Most contractors charge what feels right. This calculator shows what your business actually needs per billable hour to hit your income goals - after overhead, taxes, and time off.
Truck payment, insurance, tools, phone, software - per year
Hours actually on the job - not driving, quoting, or admin
What you want to take home after overhead (pre-tax)
Leave blank to just see your true rate
Industry Context (Tucson / Arizona 2026)
HVAC / Plumbing
$85-$150/hr billed
Electrical
$90-$140/hr billed
Painting / Handyman
$60-$110/hr billed
A $25/hr technician costs you ~$36/hr loaded (taxes, workers comp, benefits). Your billing rate must clear that plus overhead plus profit.
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Based on Tucson/Southern Arizona market data, 2026.
Generate copy-paste JSON-LD FAQ schema for your contractor website. Select your trade, customize your business name, and get schema that helps Google show your FAQs directly in search results.
How often should I service my AC unit?
We recommend professional AC maintenance twice a year: once in spring before cooling season and once in fall before heating season. Tucson's extreme heat and monsoon dust make bi-annual service essential for system longevity.
What size AC unit do I need for my home?
The correct size depends on your home's square footage, insulation, window count, and Tucson's climate zone. A typical 1,500-2,000 sq ft Tucson home needs a 3-4 ton unit. We perform a Manual J load calculation to determine the exact size for your home.
Why is my AC blowing warm air?
Common causes include a dirty air filter, low refrigerant, a tripped breaker, or a failing compressor. In Tucson's heat, a dirty filter is the most common cause. Check your filter first, and if the problem persists, call for professional diagnosis.
How much does a new AC installation cost in Tucson?
A new central AC installation in Tucson typically ranges from $5,000 to $12,000 depending on system size, efficiency rating, and ductwork needs. High-efficiency systems cost more upfront but save significantly on Tucson's summer electric bills.
Do you offer emergency AC repair?
Yes, we offer same-day emergency AC repair during business hours and 24/7 emergency service during peak summer months. Call our emergency line for immediate assistance when your AC fails in extreme heat.
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Enter your job revenue, costs, and volume. See your gross margin, net profit per job, profit per hour, and annual projection - compared to top performers in your trade.
What you charge the customer for this job
Loaded cost of labor (wages + taxes + benefits)
Truck, insurance, office as % of direct costs
Margins too thin? Let's fix them.
Free 30-min audit - we'll find where you're losing money on every job.
Find exactly how many jobs per month you need to cover all costs. See the impact of close rate on lead volume requirements, and model different scenarios.
Rent, insurance, truck payments, salaries - costs that don't change
Materials, fuel, subcontractors - costs that scale with each job
Percentage of estimates that become paid jobs
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