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5 Marla House Construction in Pakistan: Costing

and Important Details

Table of Contents
 5 Marla Covered Area
 Steps Included in 5 Marla House Construction
o Plot Demarcation
o Excavation & Layout
o Underground Termite Proofing
o Base Filling
o Foundation Construction
o Grey Structure Construction
o RCC Lintel
o Wiring, Gas Piping & Plumbing Work
o Concrete Plaster
o Finishing
 5 Marla House Construction Cost Estimate
o 5 Marla House Grey Structure
  5 Marla Grey Structure Construction Cost & Material
o Bricks
 Brick Cost & Quantity
o Cement
 Cement Cost & Quantity
o Sand
 Sand Cost & Quantity
o Crush (Bajri)
o Excavation, Backfilling and Ghassu
o Steel
o Iron Chokhat
o Aluminum Windows & Mirrors
o Main Gate
o Plumbing
 Hot and cold water supply 
 Insulation Armaflex 
 Drainage System
 Pumps and Drains 
 AC Drainage System 
 UPVC Pipelines 
 Labor Cost 
o Electric Wiring Cost
 Switches and Back Boxes
 Conduits and Accessories
 Cables and Wires 
 Lights, Fans, and Chandeliers 
 Labor Cost 
o Gas Piping
o Other Costs
o Labor Cost
 Total Grey Structure Cost of 5 Marla House Double-Storey
 Finishing
 5 Marla House Finishing Cost & Material
o Flooring Tiles
o Paint
o Roof Ceiling
o Wooden Work
o Kitchen Accessories
o Bathroom Accessories
o Electrical Components
o Staircase and Terrace Railing
o Geyser and Manhole
o Geyser and Manhole
 Total Finishing Cost of 5 Marla House Double-Storey
 Difference between A-Category and A+ Category Finishing
 How Much Time Does it Take to Construct 5 Marla House?
 Total Cost
Last Updated on January 31, 2023 by Adeel Gill
Building a 5 Marla House requires proper planning. Though many gated communities offer
developed houses with various amenities, they are not tailor-made. Despite this, people prefer to
build a home according to their preferences and convenience.

In Pakistan, 5 Marla plots and houses are in high demand as they are affordable and suitable for
families. Instead of buying an already-constructed home, building it on your own is a good
option. With proper budgeting and planning, you can save a significant amount and build a home
of your choice.

5 Marla Covered Area

The total covered area of 5 Marla house double-storey is 1,925 sq. ft. Hence, the covered area for
the first and second floors is 875 per sq. ft. each. The 5 Marla house plan includes three
bedrooms, a TV lounge, 3 attached bathrooms, 2 kitchens, and mumty.

Steps Included in 5 Marla House Construction

If you are planning 5 Marla house construction in Pakistan, you must know the current market
dynamics, material costs, labor rate, and all other necessary steps. 5 Marla home construction
consists of 2 parts i.e. grey structure and finishing. You need to pay attention to every little thing
during construction.

Let’s discuss everything in detail, including the necessary steps and 5 Marla house construction
cost in Pakistan.

Plot Demarcation
Plot demarcation refers to the fixing boundaries of your plot before construction. The surveyors
of the society mark the four corners of the plot and issue a demarcation certificate. In this
process, you will know where your plot lies. According to their criteria, the team marks the point
from certain feet away from the road. After the first point is marked, the other 4 points corners
are marked accordingly. These points are marked with steel rods.

Excavation & Layout

Plot excavation is a starting point when building the foundation of your home. The whole
structure of the home is built upon it. You must have working drawings to start the excavation
and layout process. Maybe, some parts of the plots will not be excavated. Also, the depth and
dimensions of the excavation vary from 3 feet to 5 feet, mentioned in the working drawing
issued by your architecture. The excavators dig the approved parts of the ground. The bottom
layer must be compacted and there must not be any soft place. 5 Marla house excavation usually
takes 3 to 4 days.

Underground Termite Proofing

After the completion of the excavation, the next important step before starting the construction is
anti-termite treatment. If left unchecked, the termites can cause significant damage to your
home’s foundation. That is why underground termite proofing is essential. This is done after the
excavation process is completed. Many companies are offering termite spray services at multiple
rates. The approximate anti-termite treatment cost in Pakistan for 5 Marla houses is
around 25,000 PKR. 

Read more: Methods to kick off Lizards, Rats, and other Insects out of Your Home

Base Filling
Base filling of the plot is essential with suitable and high-quality sand. This plays a vital role in
making your home base or foundation. Because of this, you need to choose the right river sand.
In Pakistan, special river sand is used for plot base filling called ghassu. Ghassu is a 70% sand
and 30% clay mixture important for all construction projects.

Ravi sand is the most effective because of its aggregate material; however you can also use
Chenab sand or coastal beach sand. For the filling, you should only use Kassu and not use soil.
This is because Kassu or sand compacts very well. Soil is not appropriate for filling that can
damage the house foundation or walls in the future. You need almost 3300 Cubic Feet Kassu for
5 Marla house filling.

Foundation Construction
After the completion of base filling, the foundation work starts. This is an important phase
during your home construction. Hence, the laborers start working on the foundation with blocks
and bricks. Usually, bricks are used for foundation construction; however, in some parts of
Pakistan, blocks are also used.

Red clay bricks are a good choice as they come with great strength. However, Fly Ash Bricks are
among the new bricks made using new concrete techniques. These bricks are in high demand in
many areas of Pakistan, especially Punjab. The bricks are used to make house foundations till the
DPC level, where all the parts of the houses are marked. Your whole house structure is based on
the foundation thus; it provides stability to a home.
 Grey Structure Construction
A house’s grey structure is constructed using bricks, cement, sand, bajri, safety grills, Ghassu,
and other materials. Though, you need basic construction items to make a grey structure. Wiring,
sanitary work, plumbing, and the main gate are also included in a grey structure. This is an
important and main phase of house construction that requires proper planning and attention to
every detail. In a grey structure, the following steps are included:

 Brick walls construction, as mentioned in the drawing

 A complete roofing system
 Concrete/Cement wall plaster
 Window Shades
 All Water Tanks
 Boundary Wall
 Complete underground electrification (except lights & switches)
 Complete sewerage system installation
 Safety Grills
 Main Gate
RCC Lintel
RCC slab casting of 5 Marla houses is the main step during the construction. The lintel makes
the overall structure of the house strong. The width of the lintel is the same as the walls’ width.
Hence, many types of lintels exist, such as timber, stone, brick, and steel. Timber lintels are not
very durable and are used in hilly areas. Stone lintel is also not reliable because of its weak
tensile nature.

Bricks lintel is also fine but the Steel Lintel is highly recommended as it is strong, durable, and
advanced. Currently, steel lintel is most commonly used as it fulfills all the safety standards of a
roofing system. Before lintel, the shuttering work is done. Shuttering is of two types, i.e. wooden
and steel. Hence, steel shuttering is recommended because of its strength and reliability.

You need high-quality steel bars for 5 Marla RCC lintel (Grade 60 or Grade 40). The quantity of
steel you require ranges from 1300 kg to 1400 kg. Moreover, you need 80 to 50 cement bags, 1
trolley of Coarse sand, 400 to 425 Cubic Feet crush, and 10 kg binding wire. Of course, you need
extra labor and machinery for the lintel, including a mixer machine, lift, and more.

Wiring, Gas Piping & Plumbing Work

The plumbing work includes the underground installation of a sewerage system, water
connections, pipelines, and more. This should be done according to new plumbing standards to
avoid any technical issues in the future. For house plumbing, electric wiring, and gas piping, the
rough estimate is Rs.1,340,000. In this phase, all the sanitary work is done in the bathrooms,
kitchen, laundry, and other parts.
The gas pipeline installation and connections are also included in the plumbing work. The
underground plumbing and wiring are completed before the plaster. The gas and water pipes
conduit is made in a ¾ to 2 diameter range. However, a 2” to 6” diameter range is appropriate for
the sewerage system.

Concrete Plaster
For the exterior grey finishing, plaster is the most important phase. This is done with cement that
covers the brick walls and gives them a smooth and plain look. Cement plaster made of sand,
Portland cement, and water gives masonry exteriors and interiors a high-end finish. Not only the
plaster gives the structure a more polished appearance, but it also protects the surfaces.

All home parts are plastered, including ceiling plaster, internal walls plaster, external walls,
boundary wall plaster, etc. Usually, the single plaster coat is enough; however, the thickness of
the layer should not be less them 12mm to 15mm. A maximum of 100 to 105 bags are used for
plastering a 5 Marla house in Pakistan. Hence, you require 550 cubic feet of cement that must be
thick.

According to Rs.1065 per bag rate, the 5 Marla home plaster cost in Pakistan would
be Rs.111,300. However, the rate can vary on the cement company you choose. This excludes the
labor cost. The plaster makes the surfaces more strong and more durable. However, you should
keep checking with the balancing scale that the plater layer is equal and perfectly balanced;
otherwise, this can cause a problem during the finishing process or painting.

Finishing
After the completion of the grey structure, here comes the finishing task. This includes the
decoration and finishing of your house according to your preferences. There are so many choices
available to make your home incredible. Hence, the finishing cost of 5 Marla houses is based on
the material selection, quality, and many other aspects. The expensive, as well as standard
finishing options are available. The choice is solely based on your budget and taste. The finishing
work includes painting, tiling, ceiling, wooden work, grills, and more.

5 Marla House Construction Cost Estimate

5 Marla House Grey Structure

To build up a grey structure of 5 Marla houses in any part of Pakistan, you must be familiar with
basic information. This includes the knowledge of the material, cost, steps, and other aspects.
The 5 Marla house cost construction estimate allows you to arrange your budget efficiently.
Here, we will discuss everything you need to know for 5 Marla house construction, including the
material, quantity, quality, and cost. All the prices are estimated and can vary according to the
city and area. So, let’s start!

5 Marla Grey Structure Construction Cost & Material

Bricks

Bricks are used everywhere to build up the structure of homes and buildings. They possess
immense durability, thus making energy-efficient and strong houses. When constructing your 5
Marla house, knowing the current brick rates in Pakistan is important. You should also know how
many bricks are used to make 5 Marla houses.

You should choose the bricks carefully as they make the integral structure of your home. First-
class bricks or Awwal bricks must be used. Never use third-class bricks, as they are of low
quality and do not provide the needed durability. The size of red brick in Pakistan is 9 Inches
long, 4 inches wide, and 5 inches in height.

Brick Cost & Quantity

The current rate per brick is 13 to 15 Rupees; however, you require around 56,000 bricks to
construct 5 Marla houses. According to Rs.14, the total bricks cost is Rs.784,000. Remember,
this is only an estimated cost, and the rates can vary according to the area and brick type.

Brick Types  Price Per Brick 

A+ Grade Bricks (Awwal) Rs. 15

A Grade Bricks  (Awal) Rs. 14

B Grade Bricks (Doem) Rs.13

C Grade Bricks (Khangar) Rs.12

Bricks Tiles Rs.14

Read more: Bricks Usage in House Construction: Types, Costing and More

Cement
Cement is one of the most important binding materials during construction. Hence, it is used for
masonry work, plastering, making joints, floors concrete, roofs, lintels, pillars, and almost all
phases. You must choose high-quality cement to provide immense strength to masonry, high-end
plastering, and moisture resistance.
 Cement Cost & Quantity

Many companies offer cement; however, the rates are similar with a slight difference. You
require almost 600 cement bags to build a 5 Marla home. Hence, the per-bag rate starts
from Rs.1060. According to this, the total cost of cement used in 5 Marla house grey structure
construction is Rs.636,000. This cost varies according to the cement rate, type, company, and
quality.

Cement Price Per Page

types/Companie
 s in Pakistan

DG Cement Rs.1060

Lucky Cement Rs.1040 to 1050

Maple Leaf
Rs.1065 to1080
Cement

Bestway Cement Rs.1045 to 1070

Fauji Cement Rs.1040 to 1050

Kohat Cement Rs.1050

Attock Cement Rs.1060 to 1080

Pakcem Rs.1070

Askari Cement Rs.1080

Pioneer Rs.1050

Flying Cement Rs.1050

Sand
Sand is also among the vital construction materials when building your home. During the
construction, sand is used in many phases, including foundation construction, concrete, plaster,
lime mortar, and more. However, well-graded sand plays a vital role in increasing mortar
volume. Choose sand that is free of chemicals; grains should be sharp and not contain clay
particles. Usually, the sand is taken from coastal beaches or river beds. The most common and
reliable sands are Ravi sand and Chenab sand.
 Sand Cost & Quantity

While making 5 Marla house grey structures requires almost 3,150 Cubic Feet of Ravi sand.
However, the rate of Ravi sand per cubic meter is Rs.42. According to this rate, the total cost of
sand is Rs.132,300.

700 cubic feet of Chenab sand is also required. This sand is excellent in terms of quality and
strength. Chenab sand rate per cubic meter is Rs.60; however, the total cost of Chenab sand
is Rs.42,000 for 5 Marla homes.
 Rate (Per Cubic
Sand 
Feet)

Ravi Sand Rs.42

Chenab Sand Rs.60

Ghazi Sand Rs.110

Sand-Lawrencepur Rs.105

Crush (Bajri)
Crush is crucial for PCC (Plain Cement Concrete) and RCC (Reinforced Cement Concrete).
However, the crush is used both for the house’s base and the roof. To make crush, the stones or
gravels are crushed into multiple sizes. In Pakistan, the Mrgalla Crush and Sargodha crush are
widely used as they are more reliable. Margalla crush is used for lintel and Sargodha crush is
used for flooring.

Crush Crush Sargodha

Rate (Per Cubic

Rs.130
Feet)

Crush Crush Margalla

Rate (Per Cubic

Rs.138
Feet)

Crush Deena
Crush
Bajar

Rate (Per Cubic

Rs.95
Feet)

Crush Crush Mix Bajar

 Rate (Per Cubic
Rs.125
Feet)

Crush Cost & Quantity: For 5 Marla house construction, you need approximately 900 Cubic
Feet crush. Hence, the Margalla crush rate in Pakistan per cubic feet is around Rs.138.
According to this, the total crush cost is Rs.124,200. For flooring, 600 cubic meter Sargodha
crush is required. The rate of Sargodha crush per cubic meter is Rs.130; however, the total cost
is Rs.78,000.
 Excavation, Backfilling And Ghassu
Ghassu is a mixture of sand and clay from river beds or coastal beaches. This is used for the
back-filling of the plot foundation to the level of the first floor. Ghassu strengthens your home
foundation as it is free of chemicals, dirt, and straw. Hence, it is used after the brickwork of the
foundation completes. During the Ghassu filling, it needs to be compacted well layer by layer to
give it more strength.

Sand Ghassu (Slit

Ghassu
Sand)

Rate (Per Cubit

Rs.28
Feet)

Kassu Cost: The total cost of excavation, backfilling, and ghassu is around Rs.74,000.

Steel
While constructing a 5 Marla house, steel is needed at various stages. The steel comes with great
strength and durability. Nowadays, steel lintels are considered the most reliable and sustainable.
For 5 Marla house construction, steel is used in many parts, including columns, water tanks,
slabs, lintel, beams, Roof slabs. It is highly recommended for Grade 60 or Grade 40 steel bars.
Do not use down gauge steel, as its performance is zero.

Steel Bar 60-Grade AF

Steel
Steel

Rate Per
Rs.270
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade Amreli

Steel
Steel

Rate Per
Rs.275
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade FF

Steel
Steel
 Rate Per
Rs.270
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade Ittefaq

Steel
Steel

Rate Per
Rs.270
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade

Steel
Kamran Steel

Rate Per
Rs.270
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade MS

Steel
Steel

Rate Per
Rs.270
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade

Steel
Mughal Steel

Rate Per
Rs.260
Kg.

Steel Bar 60-Grade Saeed

Steel
Steel

Rate Per
Rs.270
Kg.

Steel Cost & Quantity: For 5 Marla house construction, you need almost 3 Ton steel. The rate
of 60-grade steel bars starts from Rs.270 per kg. The total cost of steel will be
around Rs.810,000. 
 Iron Chokhat
Installing the door frames is also part of the grey structure construction. However, you need
chokhat steel. The steel chokhats or door frames are made of durable steel sheets and are
available in many types, including 14 gauge, 16 gauge, and 18 gauge. The most reliable steel
door frames are 14 gauge and 16 gauge. Choughat steel is installed while making the structure of
the house. For 4 to 4.5 inches walls, the size of the chokhat must be 5 inches wide.

Steel Choughat Cost & Quantity: For 5 Marla homes, you need 16 chokhats, approximately.
The estimated cost of steel chokhats is around 72,000 PKR.
 Aluminum Windows & Mirrors
You require 6 room windows and 4 bathroom windows. The aluminum per window rate for the
room is around Rs.18,000, while for the bathroom, per window rate is Rs.16,000. However, the
window mirrors will also be required, costing around Rs.30,000. The estimated cost of
aluminum windows for 5 Marla houses is Rs.180,000. 
 Main Gate
You also need the main gate as it is a part of a grey structure. The cost of the gate depends on its
design and gauge. 16 and 18 gauge gates are highly recommended as they are more durable and
strong. However, 20 and 22 gauge options are also available but are unreliable.

Main Gate Cost: For 16 and 18-gauge main gates, the estimated cost is around 120,000 PKR.
The price may vary because of the gate design.
 Plumbing
The plumbing and sanitary work are important when building a grey structure of 5 Marla’s home.
This includes the system installation of water, drainage, sewerage, and everything. During this
phase, you need to be careful all the work is done underground and requires technical expertise.
The working drawings have all the details regarding the sanitary work and connections.

The water conduits are made of pipes in diameter of ¾ to 2”; however, the sewerage system of
pipes is made in diameter of 2” to 6”. GI conduits are more durable and reliable for water pipes.
For drainage and sewerage pipelines, UPVC pipes are suitable.

Hot and cold water supply 

Approximately Rs.43,000

Insulation Armaflex 

Approximately Rs.29,000

Drainage System

Approximately Rs.93,000

Pumps and Drains 

Approximately Rs.250,000

AC Drainage System 

Approximately Rs.13,000

UPVC Pipelines 

Approximately Rs.31,000

Labor Cost 

Approximately Rs.89,000

Total Plumbing or Sanitary Cost: The cost of plumbing in 5 Marla house is approximately

Rs.548,000.
 Electric Wiring Cost
Underground electric wiring is a crucial aspect when constructing your home. This requires
proper planning and professional expertise. You need PVC pipes, electrical conduit, switchboard
boxes, PVC bend, junction boxes, PVC tape, and more for electric wiring. Make sure to leave
space for the MCB box by measuring the appropriate size.

Switches and Back Boxes

Approximately Rs.150,000
Conduits and Accessories

Approximately Rs.43,000

Cables and Wires 

Approximately Rs.300,000

Lights, Fans, and Chandeliers 

Approximately Rs.150,000

Labor Cost 

Approximately Rs.93,000

The 5 Marla total electric wiring cost estimate is around Rs.736,000, including all the material
and labor. You are advised to hire professionals for your home’s electric wiring to avoid future
issues.
 Gas Piping
You need 152 GI welded pipelines and 2 Gas cocks for 5 Marla house’s gas piping. The total cost
will be around Rs.56,000.

Other Costs
Apart from the main cost and material, there are many other aspects to consider during the 5
Marla house construction cost estimate and planning. The most notable one is the cost and
construction water storage tank. To make this tank, concrete walls are made by using cement.
Other miscellaneous costs include the termite spray to make your home’s foundation safe and
strong. The termite spray rate for 5 Marla homes is approximately 25,000. Moreover, you need
a polythene sheet, almost 1278 sq. ft. for waterproofing the roof, and DPC. 5 Marla house
waterproofing cost is around Rs.108,630.

Labor Cost
While planning 5 Marla house construction, never forget to add labor costs. Again, the labor cost
is different in different areas of Pakistan. According to a general estimate, the laborer charges
almost 390 per sq. ft. For double-story 5 Marla house construction, including plumbing, wiring,
and gas piping, the labor cost will be almost 810,000 PKR.

Total Grey Structure Cost of 5 Marla House Double-Storey

The total 5 Marla construction cost of A-category is 5,340,130 PKR, approximately. 

Material  Rate (PKR) Quantity  Total Cost (PKR)

Bricks 14 56,000 784,000

Cement 1060 600 636,000

Ravi Sand 42/c.ft. 3,150 c.ft. 132,300

Chenab Sand 60/c.ft. 700 c.ft. 42,000

Margalla Crush 138/c.ft. 900 c.ft. 124,200

Sargodha Crush 130/c.ft. 600 c.ft. 78,000

Ghassu, Backfilling, Excavation – – 74,000

Steel 270/kg 3 Ton 810,000

Iron Chokhats – 16 135,000

 Aluminum Windows & Mirrors – – 180,000

Main Gate – 900/sq.ft. 120,000

Plumbing – – 548,000

Electric Wiring – – 736,000

Water Proofing – – 108,630

Roof Insulation – – 27,000

Termite Spray – – 25,000

Labor Cost – – 810, 000

Total Cost

Finishing

After completing the grey structure, the next step is finishing. As already discussed, the
finishing of your home fully depends on your preferences and choice. This is the final
phase that gives your home a complete look. However, the finishing includes floor tiling,
paint, ceiling, woodwork, stair railing, and more. So let’s discuss the 5 Marla house
finishing cost and material in detail!

5 Marla House Finishing Cost & Material

Flooring Tiles
The floor is an integral part of your home. When finishing your home, the first step must
be tile flooring. Along with tiles, there are also many flowing types in Pakistan, including
laminate flooring, porcelain tiles flooring, granite flooring, hardwood flooring, and more.
Ceramic tile flooring is considered the most reliable and affordable. Here, the tiles are
considered to estimate the finishing cost as they are more commonly used. You need tiles
for rooms, bathrooms, TV lounge, kitchen, terrace, and garage. You also need stair marble
and kitchen shelves marble.

Flooring Tiles Cost & Quantity: For a 5 Marla house, you need almost 2140 tiles for a
double-story, including all the parts. The dimensions of the tile differ in each part of the
house. You require 17×17 tile type for the terrace, 9×26 for bathroom tiles, 17×17 for the
terrace, and 2×2 for rooms and TV lounge.

The floor tiles price in Pakistan starts from 200/Sq.ft. Hence, the total cost of the tiles for
5 Marla home will be Rs.428,000. Floor skirting costs Rs.157,080, while 760 ceramic
tiles are required for walls and dado, which costs Rs.159,600. The marble required for
stairs costs approximately 115,000 PKR. The kitchen shelf costs 30,000. Moreover, you
need almost Rs.50,000 for filling, cement, and tile bands.

Paint
Paint and ceiling are other important phases while giving a final look to your home. The
wallpaper and PVC sheets are also used for walls but are costly. Paint is the most reliable
and affordable way to give your home a polished and finished look.

You need to paint the interior as well as the exterior of your home. There are many paint
companies hence you need to choose the reliable one. However, you can choose the paint
colors from light to dark as per your choice. In a newly constructed home, the base of the
paint must be done carefully.

Paint Cost: Painting your 5 Marla house interior costs around Rs.301,210. For the
exterior, the rock wall is considered the ideal option. The base wall must be plastered
with white sand or acrylic. The total cost of an exterior rock wall is around Rs.50,000.

Read more: Painting Newly Built House: Types, Usage and Cost Estimate

Roof Ceiling
The roof is also crucial and requires the proper attention while finishing a house.
Nowadays, aesthetically pleasing roof ceilings designs make houses more beautiful and
elegant. Instead of traditional roofing, the ceiling is an innovative option. The fan and
lights are fixed within the ceiling; however, various ceiling designs, types, and qualities
are available.
Roof Ceiling Cost: The ceiling cost is Rs.107,250 for a 2,125 area 5 Marla double story.

Wooden Work
Wooden work is another step to making your home complete. This is an essential part of
your home finishing. The woodwork includes wardrobes, doors, kitchen cabinets, LCD
rack, and door handles. There are several designs you can choose for wooden work. You
can buy these things from the ready-made market; however, buying wood and hiring a
carpenter is recommended to make designs of your choice. This ensures genuine and
durable woodwork for your home.

You need doors for rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and other parts. However, the entrance
gate in the TV lounge should be semi-solid wooden. For other frames, Malaysian
plywood doors are suitable. UV ply boards or formic sheets are required for wardrobes
and kitchen cabinets.

Wooden Work Cost: The wooden doors for 5 Marla homes will cost around Rs.360,000,
including the main entrance door, bathroom doors, bedroom doors, kitchen door, roof
door, terrace door etc. For kitchen woodwork, the total cost estimate is Rs.190,000.
Moreover, Rs.185,000 is required for wardrobes. The fittings, door handles, locks, and
other parts cost Rs.35,000. To create an LED rack or anything, a budget of Rs.50,000 is
required. Hence, the total cost of all the woodwork of 5 Marla houses is
around Rs.820,000.
 Kitchen Accessories
Kitchen finishing is a vital aspect when giving your home a final look. There are several
things available to make these parts beautiful. You need to pay attention to every aspect
while choosing the accessories for the kitchen. The standard plan of 5 Marla homes
includes 2 kitchens, one on the first floor and the other on the second floor. However, you
should choose the fixtures accordingly. You require two kitchen hoods, kitchen sinks, and
taps.
Kitchen Accessories Cost: One kitchen hood costs approximately Rs.35,000. The sink
and tap will cost around Rs.10,000. Moreover, the sink mixer will cost Rs.6,000. The
total cost for kitchen fixtures is Rs.51,000.

Bathroom Accessories
For bathroom fixtures, you also need a specific budget. Your 5 Marla home includes 3
attached bathrooms; however, you need to buy the accessories accordingly. This includes
bath sets, commodes, vanity sets, bath hangings, and plumber costs.

Bathroom Accessories Cost: For 4 bathrooms, you require 4 water closets, 4 vanity

basins, 4 basin mixers, 4 Muslim showers, 4 shower sets, 4 toilet paper holders, 4 beveled
edge mirrors, and 4 soap dishes.

you need 4 water closets. Each set costs around Rs.20,000; the total cost will
be Rs.80,000. The vanity basin costs around Rs.12,000; however, the 4 vanity basins will
cost Rs.48,000. One shower set costs around Rs.22,000; however, the four will
cost Rs.88,000. The cost of 4 toilet paper holders, beveled edge mirrors, and soap dishes
will be around Rs.34,000.

Electrical Components
Electricity components include lights, lamps, fans, switchboards, power plugs, exhaust
fans, breakers, etc. You need to choose all the electrical accessories carefully as many
types and qualities are available in the market.

Electric Components Cost: For a 5 Marla house, you need almost electrical PVC
conduits with accessories and PVC ceiling fan hooks which will cost Rs.43,000. All the
wires and cables will cost around Rs.300,000. However, the total cost of lights, fans, and
chandeliers will be around Rs.150,000.

Staircase And Terrace Railing

A stair and terrace railing gives your home a more aesthetic look. However, it is an
essential part of your house finishing. Nowadays, steel railing is more famous as it is
more durable. There are many stair railing designs from which you can choose the
suitable one. The railings can be made on order according to your stair structure and other
specifications.

Stair Railing Cost: A stair railing and terrace railing cost around Rs.120,000.
 Geyser And Manhole
For the geyser and manhole, you need to specify a budget of Rs.32,000. 

Geyser And Manhole

The labor cost for all the fitting, fixtures, and finishing work will be around Rs.300,000.
However, the rates can vary according to the area and current market trends.
 Total Finishing Cost of 5 Marla House Double-Storey

The total 5 Marla finishing cost of A-category is approximately 3,499,140 PKR. 

Total Cost
Material  Rate (PKR) Quantity 
(PKR)

Tile Flooring – 794,680

Staircase Marble – – 115,000

Kitchen Shelf – – 30,000

Filling, Cement, Tile Bands – – 35,000

Paint – – 301,210

Exterior Rock Wall – – 50,000

Roof Ceiling – – 107,250

Kitchen woodwork – – 190,000

Kitchen Accessories – – 51,000

Wardrobes – – 185,000

Locks, Door Handles – – 35,000

LED Rack – – 50,000

Wooden doors – – 360,000

Bathroom Accessories – – 250,000

 Electrical Components – – 493,000

Stair & Terrace Railing – – 120,000

Geyser and Manhole – – 32,000

Labor Cost – – 300,000

Total 3,499,140

Difference between A-Category and A+ Category Finishing

You may hear about A and A-plus categories when start building your home. Both these
construction methods are highly famous in Pakistan. The key difference between A
Category and A+ category is the MATERIAL selection.

If you are building A-category 5 Marla house, you will use high-quality material that is
durable and contemporary. Also, the A-category house structure is standard. Most people
prefer A category construction and finishing as it is affordable. However, the A+ category
is a more modern approach in terms of structure and design.

This includes imported and more expensive materials. The covered area of both
categories is the same hence the grey structure, finishing, and material costs are definitely
higher than the A category.

How Much Time Does it Take to Construct 5 Marla House?

In Pakistan, building a 5 Marla house double-story can take 4 to 6 months based on

several factors. In the first step, the foundation and grey structure are made, including
many steps. Each phase has its demand and time duration. The time can be increased or
decreased because of many factors, including weather conditions, difficulty in finding
material, availability of labor, and more.
 Total Cost

5 Marla Grey Structure = Rs.5,370,130

5 Marla Finishing = Rs.3,499,140

Total = Rs.8,869,270