Cleaning Profit Margin Calculator Template Specification

When should I use this resource?

Define inputs and formulas for a cleaning margin calculation.

How could I use it in practice?

For example, distinguish margin from markup: a hypothetical $150 price and $100 cost gives a 33.3% margin and 50% markup. Define which costs are included before comparing jobs.

What should I not assume?

This is a specification document, not an executable calculator. Direct-cost margin is not net profit when overhead or other expenses are excluded.