Are you planning to build a 5 Marla house in Karachi? Understanding the construction costs involved is crucial for effective budgeting and decision-making. Here, we break down the expenses associated with building a house of this size in Karachi, considering various aspects such as grey structure, finishing, plumbing, electrical, wood, metal, tile works, and fittings/fixtures.
Total Construction Cost Overview
The total cost to construct a 5 Marla house in Karachi is approximately PKR 95.79 Lakh. This figure includes the costs for both the grey structure and the finishing materials, as well as labor costs. Below is a detailed breakdown:
Total Cost: 95.79 Lakh PKR
Grey Structure Material Cost: 43.91 Lakh PKR
Finishing Material Cost: 42.78 Lakh PKR
Labour Cost: 9.09 Lakh PKR
Price Per Sq Ft: 4,730 PKR
Breakdown of Overall Construction Cost By Percentage (PKR)
- Foundation & Structure: 44.33 Lakh PKR
- Plumbing Works: 7.03 Lakh PKR
- Electrical Works: 9.32 Lakh PKR
- Wood, Metal and Tile Works: 30.25 Lakh PKR
- Fittings & Fixtures: 4.85 Lakh PKR
Foundation & Structure
The foundation and structure form the backbone of your house, providing stability and support. This includes materials for foundation, floors, walls, roofing, and plastering.
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Bricks, Cement, Sand, & Crush: 27.51 Lakh PKR
- Bricks + Rorhi: 1,462,812 PKR (26/Unit, 56262 Units)
- Cement: 773,190 PKR (1278/Bag, 605 Bags)
- Sand: 257,125 PKR (85/Cft., 3025 Cft.)
- Crush: 258,150 PKR (150/Cft., 1721 Cft.)
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Roof Insulation, Termite & Water Proofing: 61.5 Thousand PKR
- Roof Insulation: 36,354 PKR (249/Sft., 146 Sft.)
- Termite Proofing: 8,500 PKR (1700/Liter, 5 Liters)
- Water Proofing: 16,644 PKR (114/Sft., 146 Sft.)
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Excavation & Steel Reinforcement: 8.71 Lakh PKR
- Excavation & Backfill + Ghassu: 92,400 PKR (25/Cft., 3696 Cft.)
- Steel Reinforcement: 778,680 PKR (259560/Tonne, 3 Tonnes)
Plumbing Works
Plumbing works involve installing underground piping and drainage systems, ensuring efficient water supply and wastewater disposal.
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Cold and Hot Water Supply: 51.06 Thousand PKR
- 25 mm o/d Pipe: 21,721 PKR (107/Rft., 203 Rft.)
- 32 mm o/d Pipe: 13,932 PKR (172/Rft., 81 Rft.)
- 40 mm o/d Pipe: 5,360 PKR (268/Rft., 20 Rft.)
- 50 mm o/d Pipe: 10,050 PKR (402/Rft., 25 Rft.)
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Insulation Armaflex: 34.11 Thousand PKR
- 32 mm o/d: 18,737 PKR (457/Rft., 41 Rft.)
- 50 mm o/d: 15,375 PKR (615/Rft., 25 Rft.)
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Drainage System Piping: 1.09 Lakh PKR
- 2″ Dia. Pipe: 21,465 PKR (265/Rft., 81 Rft.)
- 3″ Dia. Pipe: 28,755 PKR (355/Rft., 81 Rft.)
- 4″ Dia. Pipe: 58,560 PKR (480/Rft., 122 Rft.)
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Gas Piping: 65.9 Thousand PKR
- GI Welded Pipeline 3/4” i/d: 63,232 PKR (416/Rft., 152 Rft.)
- Gas Cock 3/4″ i/d: 2,670 PKR (1335/Unit, 2 Units)
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Pumps and Drains: 3.12 Lakh PKR
- Booster Pump 0.75 HP: 155,000 PKR (155000/Unit, 1 Unit)
- Submersible Water Transfer Pump 1 HP: 145,500 PKR (145500/Unit, 1 Unit)
- Floor Drains: 11,970 PKR (1710/Unit, 7 Units)
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AC Drainage System: 15.07 Thousand PKR
- 1″ dia Class “E”: 15,070 PKR (110/Rft., 137 Rft.)
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UPVC Pipeline for Sewerage System: 36.41 Thousand PKR
- 6″ dia Class “B”: 36,414 PKR (714/Rft., 51 Rft.)
Electrical Works
Electrical works encompass underground wiring and the installation of electrical components, ensuring a safe and efficient power supply throughout the house.
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Switches and Back Boxes: 1.9 Lakh PKR
- Power Sockets: 17,700 PKR (1475/Socket, 12 Sockets)
- Fan Dimmer: 9,920 PKR (1240/Dimmer, 8 Dimmers)
- Universal Switch Socket: 15,000 PKR (625/Socket, 24 Sockets)
- Telephone Sockets (RJ-11): 1,190 PKR (595/Socket, 2 Sockets)
- Distribution Board: 110,741 PKR (110741/Unit, 1 Unit)
- TV Sockets: 2,475 PKR (495/Socket, 5 Sockets)
- Switch Boards: 33,360 PKR (1390/Board, 24 Boards)
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Conduits & Accessories: 50.17 Thousand PKR
- 3/4” dia. Electrical PVC Conduit with accessories: 30,390 PKR (30/Rft., 1013 Rft.)
- 1” dia. Electrical PVC Conduit with accessories: 9,728 PKR (32/Rft., 304 Rft.)
- 1.5” dia. Electrical PVC Conduit with accessories: 1,435 PKR (41/Rft., 35 Rft.)
- 2” dia. Electrical PVC Conduit with accessories: 2,050 PKR (50/Rft., 41 Rft.)
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Wires & Cables: 3.69 Lakh PKR
- 1.5mm Sq. (3/.029) PVC insulated Cu.conductor wire (Light point wiring): 49,440 PKR (4944/Coil, 10 Coils)
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- 2.5mm Sq. (7/.029)PVC insulated Cu. conductor wire “Circuit wiring (Normal & UPS) & sockets Split AC: 79,310 PKR (7931/Coil, 10 Coils)
- 4mm Sq. PVC insulated Cu. Conductor wire (Power Sockets wiring) Split AC: 61,800 PKR (12360/Coil, 5 Coils)
- Four core 16 mm Sq. PVC insulated Cu. conductor cable (From DB-GF to wapda Energy Meter): 104,580 PKR (1494/Rft., 70 Rft.)
- Cat 5 for Telephone Cable: 19,176 PKR (376/Rft., 51 Rft.)
- TV Coaxial Cable for TV cable: 54,264 PKR (357/Rft., 152 Rft.)
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Lights, Fans and Chandeliers: 2.42 Lakh PKR
- Boundary Wall lights: 3,446 PKR (1723/Light, 2 Lights)
- Porch Lights: 6,892 PKR (1723/Light, 4 Lights)
- Bedroom Lights: 16,236 PKR (1353/Light, 12 Lights)
- Bathroom Lights: 10,824 PKR (1353/Light, 8 Lights)
- Open Area Lights: 13,530 PKR (1353/Light, 10 Lights)
- Kitchen Lights: 28,000 PKR (3500/Light, 8 Lights)
- Stair Case Lights: 8,400 PKR (1400/Light, 6 Lights)
- Drawing Room Lights: 16,000 PKR (4000/Light, 4 Lights)
- Living Area Lights: 32,000 PKR (4000/Light, 8 Lights)
- Ceiling Fans: 76,000 PKR (9500/Fan, 8 Fans)
- Exhaust Fans: 30,600 PKR (5100/Fan, 6 Fans)
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Wood, Metal and Tile Works
This category includes cabinets, wardrobes, flooring, and all aluminum and iron works, enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of your home.
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Paint and Ceiling Works: 5.7 Lakh PKR
- False Ceiling: 79,040 PKR (130/Sft., 608 Sft.)
- Paint: 490,542 PKR (57/Sft., 8606 Sft.)
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Tile Work: 10.86 Lakh PKR
- Floor Tiles: 663,400 PKR (310/Sft., 2140 Sft.)
- Floor Skirting: 202,708 PKR (271/Sft., 748 Sft.)
- Ceramic Tiles on Walls & Dado: 219,640 PKR (289/Sft., 760 Sft.)
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Wooden Doors: 5.14 Lakh PKR
- Main Entrance Door: 101,701 PKR (101701/Door, 1 Door)
- Room Doors: 153,680 PKR (38420/Door, 4 Doors)
- Washroom and Other Doors: 172,590 PKR (28765/Door, 6 Doors)
- Roof and Terrace Doors: 86,295 PKR (28765/Door, 3 Doors)
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Windows: 1.76 Lakh PKR
- Aluminium Room Windows: 122,040 PKR (20340/Window, 6 Windows)
- Aluminium Bathroom Windows: 54,240 PKR (13560/Window, 4 Windows)
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Metal Works: 2.32 Lakh PKR
- Staircase and Terrace Railing: 96,300 PKR (1605/Rft., 60 Rft.)
- Main Gate: 135,602 PKR (135602/Unit, 1 Unit)
Fittings & Fixtures
This category covers kitchen and bath accessories, essential for day-to-day living comfort and convenience.
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Kitchen: 56.1 Thousand PKR
- Kitchen Sink: 27,000 PKR (13500/Sink, 2 Sinks)
- Sink Mixer: 22,600 PKR (11300/Mixer, 2 Mixers)
- Gully Trap Chamber: 6,498 PKR (3249/Unit, 2 Units)
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Bathroom: 3.86 Lakh PKR
- Water Closet: 86,784 PKR (21696/Unit, 4 Units)
- Vanity Basin: 54,300 PKR (13575/Basin, 4 Basins)
- Basin Mixer: 48,800 PKR (12200/Mixer, 4 Mixers)
- Muslim Shower: 11,320 PKR (2830/Unit, 4 Units)
- Shower Set: 144,640 PKR (36160/Unit, 4 Units)
- Toilet Paper Holder: 5,424 PKR (1356/Unit, 4 Units)
- Beveled Edge Mirror: 28,160 PKR (7040/Mirror, 4 Mirrors)
- Soap Dish: 6,498 PKR (1083/Dish, 6 Dishes)
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Geyser & Manhole: 43.39 Thousand PKR
- Geyser: 32,500 PKR (32500/Unit, 1 Unit)
- Manhole: 10,890 PKR (5445/Unit, 2 Units)
Conclusion
Constructing a 5 Marla house in Karachi is a detailed and multi-faceted process that requires careful planning and budget management. This comprehensive guide provides a detailed cost breakdown to help you understand the expenses involved at each stage of construction, from the foundational structure to the final finishing touches. By following this guide, you can make informed decisions, optimize your budget, and ensure a smooth construction process, ultimately achieving your dream home. By understanding these cost breakdowns, you can better plan and manage your budget for building your dream home in Karachi.
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Cement required for 1 kanal house?
A 1 kanal house in Pakistan requires around 1,600 bags of cement, at a cost of around PKR
23,88,000.
Other materials required for building a 1 kanal house include:
Kassu
A mixture of sand and mitti, used to fill empty plots and build the foundation. Around PKR 450,000 worth of Kassu is required.
Steel
Around 9 tons or 9,000 kg of 60 grade steel is required. &
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