Quick answer: A typical 5 marla double-storey house in Pakistan needs about 45,000 to 55,000 bricks, a 10 marla double storey about 80,000 to 95,000 bricks, and a 1 kanal double storey about 1.4 to 1.7 lakh bricks, including foundations, walls, parapets, tanks and normal wastage. At late-2026 Lahore prices of roughly PKR 18,000 to 25,000 per 1,000 awal bricks, that is about PKR 8 to 14 lakh for 5 marla and PKR 14 to 24 lakh for 10 marla.
The exact number depends on wall thickness, wall length, storey height, openings and whether you use 9-inch or 4.5-inch walls. Below is the method professionals use.
Brick Quantity by House Size
| House | Covered area | Bricks needed | Approximate cost (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 marla single storey | about 1,000 sq ft | 25,000 - 30,000 | PKR 4.5 - 7.5 lakh |
| 5 marla double storey | about 2,000 sq ft | 45,000 - 55,000 | PKR 8.1 - 13.8 lakh |
| 10 marla double storey | about 3,400 sq ft | 80,000 - 95,000 | PKR 14.4 - 23.8 lakh |
| 1 kanal double storey | about 6,000 sq ft | 1.4 - 1.7 lakh | PKR 25 - 42.5 lakh |
Key Figures for Brick Calculation
- Standard brick size: 9 x 4.5 x 3 inches
- Bricks per cft of masonry (with mortar): about 11.2
- 9-inch wall: about 8.4 bricks per sq ft of wall face
- 4.5-inch wall: about 4.2 bricks per sq ft of wall face
- Wastage allowance: 3 to 5 percent for good-quality bricks
For a single room, our guide on how many bricks are needed for a room shows the same method in detail. You can also use our free brick calculator.
Worked Example: 5 Marla Double-Storey House
Step 1: Walls above plinth (per floor)
- 9-inch walls: about 180 running ft x 11 ft height = 1,980 sq ft
- Less about 15% for doors and windows = 1,683 sq ft
- Bricks = 1,683 x 8.4 = about 14,100
- 4.5-inch walls: about 60 running ft x 11 ft = 660 sq ft, less 15% = 561 sq ft
- Bricks = 561 x 4.2 = about 2,350
- Per floor: about 16,500 bricks; two floors = about 33,000
Step 2: Foundation brickwork
- About 180 running ft x 4 ft depth x 1.125 ft average thickness = 810 cft
- Bricks = 810 x 11.2 = about 9,100
Step 3: Parapets, mumty, tanks and miscellaneous
- Roof parapet, stair tower, water tank walls and shafts: about 3,000 - 5,000
Step 4: Total with wastage
33,000 + 9,100 + 4,000 = 46,100, plus 5 percent wastage = about 48,400 bricks. A boundary wall adds more, depending on its length and height.
What Changes the Brick Count?
- Wall thickness: Using 9-inch walls everywhere instead of some 4.5-inch partitions can add 15 to 20 percent.
- Storey height: A 12 ft floor uses about 9 percent more bricks than an 11 ft floor.
- Framed structure: RCC-framed buildings with thinner infill walls use fewer bricks.
- Large glazing: Big windows and glass walls reduce brick count but increase window cost.
- Brick quality: Poor bricks break in handling and increase wastage.
Choosing the Right Bricks
For load-bearing and external walls, use awal (first-class) bricks that are well burnt, uniform in size and ring clearly when struck together. Compare options in our guide to types of bricks in Pakistan.
Tips to Avoid Over-Ordering
- Calculate from the architectural drawings, floor by floor.
- Order in stages: foundation, ground floor, first floor.
- Count bricks on delivery; a standard trolley load should be counted, not assumed.
- Stack bricks on a clean, level surface near the work area to reduce breakage.
- Soak bricks before laying so they do not absorb water from the mortar.
For other materials, see our cement, sand and crush and steel quantity guides, or the full 5 marla and 10 marla cost guides.
Planet Builders prepares itemized material quantities for every grey structure project, so you pay only for what your house needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bricks are needed for a 10 marla house?
A typical 10 marla double-storey house needs about 80,000 to 95,000 bricks, including foundations, parapets, tanks and wastage.
How many bricks are in 1 sq ft of a 9-inch wall?
About 8.4 bricks per sq ft of wall face, including mortar joints.
What is the price of 1,000 bricks in Lahore in 2026?
Awal bricks have generally been quoted at about PKR 18,000 to 25,000 per 1,000 delivered in late 2026, depending on kiln, quality and transport distance.
How much wastage should I add for bricks?
Add 3 to 5 percent for good-quality bricks with careful handling. Poor-quality bricks can waste much more.
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