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2 Kanal house construction cost in Lahore

Building a standard-finish double-storey 2 kanal house in Lahore currently costs around PKR 8.44 Crore with materials (PKR 5,517/sq ft over 15,300 sq ft covered), of which PKR 2.14 Crore is labour. Tune every assumption below.

Estimated construction cost

PKR 8.44 Crore

Grey material
PKR 3.45 Crore
Finishing material
PKR 2.85 Crore
Labour cost
PKR 2.14 Crore
Cost per sq ft
PKR 5,517
Covered area
15,300 sq ft

Prices last updated on 20 June 2026

Cost breakdown

  • Foundation & Structure47%
  • Plumbing & Gas8%
  • Electrical10%
  • Wood, Metal & Tile32%
  • Fittings & Fixtures3%
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Build timeline & cash flow · 45 mo

Grey structure 22 moPKR 4.59 Crore cum. 54%
Finishing 17 moPKR 3.64 Crore cum. 97%
Fittings & fixtures 6 moPKR 21.11 Lakh cum. 100%

Indicative single-crew pace — parallel crews and weather shift this; budget the cash by phase.

Foundation & StructurePKR 3.98 Crore
Excavation, foundation & steelPKR 99.45 Lakh
Bricks, cement, sand & crushPKR 2.28 Crore
Roof insulation, termite & waterproofingPKR 22.95 Lakh
Plaster & internal grey worksPKR 47.43 Lakh
of which labourPKR 96.39 Lakh
Plumbing & GasPKR 67.19 Lakh
UPVC sewerage & drainagePKR 19.13 Lakh
Hot & cold water supplyPKR 18.36 Lakh
Gas pipingPKR 8.87 Lakh
AC drainage, pumps & water tanksPKR 9.18 Lakh
Bathroom fixtures & vanitiesPKR 9.35 Lakh
Geysers / water heatingPKR 2.3 Lakh
of which labourPKR 17.16 Lakh
ElectricalPKR 87.21 Lakh
Conduits & boxes (rough-in)PKR 15.3 Lakh
Wires & cablesPKR 31.36 Lakh
Switches, sockets & breakersPKR 17.59 Lakh
Lights & fansPKR 22.95 Lakh
of which labourPKR 19.89 Lakh
Wood, Metal & TilePKR 2.71 Crore
Tile & marble workPKR 1.03 Crore
Paint & false ceilingPKR 70.38 Lakh
Metal works (gates, grills, railings)PKR 39.78 Lakh
Windows & glass (aluminium/UPVC)PKR 45.9 Lakh
Doors, wardrobes & cabinetsPKR 12.2 Lakh
of which labourPKR 75.24 Lakh
Fittings & FixturesPKR 21.11 Lakh
Kitchen (cabinets, hob, counters)PKR 6.1 Lakh
Sanitary accessories & mirrorsPKR 2 Lakh
External works & boundary finishPKR 13.01 Lakh
of which labourPKR 4.97 Lakh

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to build a house in Pakistan in 2026?

As a planning figure, a complete standard-finish build (materials + labour) runs roughly PKR 5,500–7,000 per sq ft of covered area, with grey structure alone around PKR 3,500–4,500 per sq ft. A 5-marla double-storey house typically lands between PKR 1.2–1.6 crore and a 10-marla between PKR 2.2–2.9 crore, depending on city, finish quality and material prices.

What is the difference between grey structure and complete construction?

Grey structure is the shell: excavation, foundation, brickwork, roof slab, plaster and rough-in plumbing/electrical conduits. Complete construction adds all finishing — tiles, paint, false ceilings, doors and wardrobes, windows, wiring and switches, bathroom and kitchen fittings.

What does 'with material' vs 'labour only' mean?

'With material' models a turnkey contract where the contractor supplies materials and labour. 'Labour only' (thekedari on labour rate) prices just the labour, for owners who buy cement, steel, bricks and finishes themselves.

How is covered area calculated from plot size?

A floor typically covers about 85% of the plot after setbacks and open space, so a 10-marla (2,250 sq ft at 225 sq ft/marla) double-storey house has roughly 2,250 × 0.85 × 2 ≈ 3,825 sq ft of covered area. You can override the derived figure with your architect's exact number.

Why does the marla size setting matter?

A marla is 225 sq ft in most new Punjab societies (LDA standard), 250 sq ft in parts of KPK, and 272.25 sq ft traditionally. The same '5 marla' plot differs by over 20% in actual area between conventions, which changes the covered area and cost estimate accordingly.

How current are the material and labour rates?

The rate table is maintained on Sakunat's servers and revised as market prices move — the 'prices last updated' date is shown with every estimate. Rates are city-adjusted and intended for planning, not as a contractor quote.

Estimates are indicative and for planning only. Material prices move with the market; always obtain itemised contractor quotes and consult your architect before committing to a build budget.