To estimate the job for installing Tyvek HomeWrap for a house with 5,000 square feet of exterior wall area, you need to consider the following:
1. Determine Coverage Required
- Area to Cover: 5,000 square feet
2. Tyvek HomeWrap Roll Size
- Roll Size: 9 feet x 150 feet = 1,350 square feet per roll
3. Calculate Number of Rolls Needed
- Total Coverage Needed: 5,000 square feet
- Coverage per Roll: 1,350 square feet
- Number of Rolls Required: 5,000 / 1,350 ≈ 3.7 rolls
- Round Up: You’ll need 4 rolls to ensure full coverage.
4. Estimate Cost
Given your figure of $1,232.28 per roll:
- Total Cost for 4 Rolls: $1,232.28 × 4 = $4,929.12
5. Additional Costs
Consider additional costs associated with the job:
Labor Costs:
- Installation: Costs vary based on location and contractor rates. Generally, installing house wrap might range from $1 to $2 per square foot of wall area.
- Estimate: For 5,000 square feet, labor might range from $5,000 to $10,000.
Miscellaneous Supplies:
- Fasteners, Tape, etc.: Allow for extra costs for installation materials.
Total Estimated Job Cost
- Materials (Tyvek HomeWrap): $4,929.12
- Labor: $5,000 to $10,000 (estimate)
- Miscellaneous Supplies: Varies, but could be around $500 to $1,000
Total Estimated Cost: $10,429.12 to $15,929.12
Recommendations
- Get Multiple Quotes: Contact local contractors for accurate labor and additional material costs.
- Verify Roll Price: Ensure that the roll price you have is accurate and consider checking with other suppliers for potentially better pricing.
This estimate should give you a broad idea of the potential costs involved in your project.