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Auto repair quote calculator
Add the parts, your markup, labor hours and rate, shop supplies and tax. Get a clear quote total you can give the customer.
- Free to use
- No sign-up
- Runs in your browser
- Nothing you type is sent anywhere
Parts and labor
Quote
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Quote, repair and invoice in one place
Storm Mechanics turns this quote into a job card, deducts the parts from stock and creates the invoice in one click.
- Quotes, job cards and invoices
- Vehicle history and bookings
- Parts stock with low stock alerts
- Pay once, works offline
One payment. No subscription. Works offline and your data stays on your device.
How a repair quote is built
A clear quote has two main parts: parts and labor. Parts are priced at your cost plus a markup. Labor is the estimated hours multiplied by your shop rate.
Parts markup
Markup covers the time spent sourcing parts, warranty handling and a fair profit. Markup percentages vary widely by part type and shop.
Shop supplies and tax
Many shops add a small shop supplies charge for consumables like cleaners and rags, usually a percentage of labor. Sales tax rules differ by location; in many places tax applies to parts but not labor.
Show the customer the breakdown
An itemized quote builds trust and makes approval faster, especially when extra work is found once the car is on the lift.
Read more: Auto repair shop software: job cards, invoices and parts in one place.
Frequently asked questions
Should tax apply to labor?
It depends on where you are. In many places tax applies to parts only. Check the rules for your state or country.
What is a typical parts markup?
It varies by shop and part type. Many shops use a tiered markup, with higher percentages on low cost parts.
Can I print this quote?
Not here. Storm Mechanics creates branded quotes and invoices you can print or save as PDF.
Is my pricing saved?
No. Nothing is stored. Storm Mechanics keeps your parts, prices and customers on your own device.
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