Free online BOQ Calculator. Generate structural cement, steel, bricks, sand, and aggregate quantity requirements based on built-up area.
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How to Use BOQ (Bill of Quantities) Calculator
Enter the total proposed built-up area of your building.
Modify the estimated unit rates for cement, steel, sand, and bricks if needed.
View the required quantities and estimated structural building costs instantly.
What is a BOQ (Bill of Quantities)?
A Bill of Quantities is a comprehensive schedule of materials, labor, and equipment needed for a construction contract, allowing builders to estimate accurate tender proposals.
BOQ Estimation Thumb-Rule Formula
Our calculator utilizes standard residential material coefficients:
- Cement: 0.4 Bags per sq ft
- Steel: 4.0 Kg per sq ft
- Sand: 1.8 Cubic feet per sq ft
- Aggregate: 1.35 Cubic feet per sq ft
- Bricks: 1.4 Bricks per sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Bill of Quantities (BOQ)?
A BOQ is a construction document prepared by a quantity surveyor or civil engineer that lists all materials, parts, and labor costs for a construction project.
Are these BOQ estimates final?
These estimates use standard civil engineering thumb rules for residential construction and should be used for rough planning only.