Estimate the preliminary quantity of cement, steel, bricks, sand and aggregate required for a house construction project using total built-up construction area.
The estimator provides planning-level quantities for five major material categories. Actual quantities can change significantly with structural drawings, foundation design, wall thickness, slab design, soil conditions, specifications and wastage.
Estimated quantity = Total construction area × planning assumption per sq.ft.
The examples below use the same prototype assumptions as the calculator. They are not guaranteed market or engineering quantities.
Cement: ~420 bags
Steel: ~4,200 kg
Bricks: ~9,000
Sand: ~900 cu.ft.
Cement: ~630 bags
Steel: ~6,300 kg
Bricks: ~13,500
Sand: ~1,350 cu.ft.
Cement: ~840 bags
Steel: ~8,400 kg
Bricks: ~18,000
Sand: ~1,800 cu.ft.
No. It is a preliminary planning estimator. Exact quantities require structural and architectural information and a project-specific BOQ.
Do not use the prototype estimate alone for procurement. Confirm quantities, specifications and wastage with the engineer, architect or contractor responsible for the project.
Foundation type, structural system, wall thickness, floor heights, slab design, openings, soil conditions and specifications can all change material requirements.
Yes. Use the GharMetrix Contractor Quote Checker to review quotation information and identify points that should be verified with the contractor.