About BuildRefs
BuildRefs is a free reference tool built for US construction professionals — estimators, project managers, field engineers, and contractors who need accurate field data without digging through PDFs.
What We Build
- → Free construction calculators for concrete, earthwork, framing, roofing, and more
- → Step-by-step field method guides written for the crew, not the classroom
- → A construction glossary with real field context — not just definitions
- → Material price data and market indexes for US construction (coming soon)
Who It's For
BuildRefs is built for working professionals in the US construction industry — field engineers, estimators, superintendents, project managers, and trade contractors. Every tool and guide is designed to be useful on the job, not just in a classroom or textbook.
Our Standards
All content on BuildRefs is written to reflect real US construction practice. Calculator formulas reference ACI, AASHTO, OSHA, and IRC standards where applicable. Field guides are written from first-principles field knowledge and reviewed for technical accuracy.
Pages are updated when standards change or when we identify errors. If you find a mistake, use the contact below.
Contact
Found an error or want to suggest a calculator or topic? Email us at hello@buildrefs.com