How we estimate masonry
Masonry is estimated by wall area, then converted to unit counts using the unit size and bond pattern. Openings are deducted, and lintels, control joints, flashing and ties are counted along with the walls they belong to.
For reinforced block walls, grout volume and vertical and horizontal reinforcement are calculated from the cell spacing shown on the structural drawings.
What we measure
- Brick veneer and structural brick
- Concrete masonry units (CMU) by size and type
- Natural and manufactured stone veneer
- Mortar, grout and cell fill
- Joint reinforcement, rebar, ties and anchors
- Lintels, sills, copings, flashing and weeps
What to send us
- Elevations and wall sections showing masonry extents
- Structural notes for reinforced masonry
- Specifications for unit types, mortar and accessories
- Window and door schedules for opening deductions
What you receive
- Wall area takeoff by masonry type
- Unit, mortar and grout quantities
- Reinforcement and accessory counts
- Material and labor cost breakdown
- Assumptions and exclusions
The exact contents and format are agreed when we quote the estimate.
Units of measure
- United States and Canada
- SF of wall, unit counts, CY of grout
- United Kingdom (and metric projects)
- m² of wall, unit counts, m³ of grout
