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DHA Lahore Construction Cost Calculator

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DHA Lahore Construction Cost Calculator 2026

Planning to build a house in DHA Lahore? Getting an accurate construction cost estimate before you start is the single most important financial decision you will make. This free calculator — built by JJS Solid House, an active construction contractor in DHA Lahore — gives you a real, itemised estimate based on current 2026 market rates, not outdated figures from years ago.

Unlike generic Pakistan-wide tools, this calculator is built specifically for DHA Lahore. It accounts for DHA phase-wise rate differences (Phase 1–4 vs Phase 9–11), DHA bylaw coverage ratios, local material prices sourced from DHA-area suppliers, and real contractor labour rates from active job sites in Defence Housing Authority Lahore.

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Plot sizes supported

DHA phases covered

BOQ categories generated

Add-on features (solar, lift etc.)

What This Calculator Covers

Most construction cost calculators in Pakistan give you a single number — a rough per-sq-ft figure with no breakdown. This tool goes much further. Here is everything it calculates for your DHA Lahore project:

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Grey Structure Cost

Foundation, plinth, brickwork, RCC roof slab, and structural labour. Adjusted for your material grade — economy, standard (Class-A), or premium.

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Full Finishing Cost

Plaster, flooring (tile, marble, or granite), paint (distemper or emulsion), doors, windows, and all internal finishing work.

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Electrification

Complete electrical wiring, conduit, DB boards, MCBs, switches, sockets, and earthing. Calculated per point based on your room configuration.

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Plumbing & Sanitary

CPVC water supply lines, PVC drainage, EWC and basin sets, taps, showers, and kitchen sink — priced per bathroom count.

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Auto Bill of Quantities

Full itemised BOQ with quantities, unit rates, and amounts across 10 categories. Printable as PDF. No other free tool in Pakistan generates this automatically.

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Payment Milestone Plan

12-stage payment schedule tied to construction milestones — from mobilisation advance to final retention. Essential for managing cash flow with your contractor.

How to Use This Calculator — Step by Step

Select your DHA Phase — Construction rates vary between phases. Phase 1–4 (older sectors) are slightly lower than Phase 9–11 (new development areas with stricter bylaws and higher material delivery costs).

Choose your plot size — Select from 3 Marla to 2 Kanal, or enter your plot dimensions manually (length × width in feet). The calculator converts to square feet and shows your Marla equivalent automatically.

Set floors and coverage ratio — DHA Lahore allows up to 75% coverage on most residential plots. Select ground floor only, or up to G+3 floors depending on your approved map.

Pick construction type — Grey structure only (if you plan to finish later), standard finish, luxury finish, or ultra premium. Each changes the per-sq-ft rate and the BOQ breakdown.

Configure rooms and materials — Enter bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen count, flooring grade (tile vs marble), paint type (distemper vs emulsion), and door quality.

Toggle add-ons — Switch on basement, boundary wall, solar system, elevator, CCTV, gas pipeline, water tanks, and modular kitchen as needed. Each shows its individual cost.

Review your estimate — The right panel updates live. Switch to the BOQ tab for a full itemised list, the Payment Plan tab for milestone-wise amounts, and the 2026 Rates tab for market reference.

Plot & Structure

DHA Phase / Location

Plot Size

Number of Floors

Coverage Ratio

Construction Type

Room Configuration

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Kitchens

Drawing / Living Room

Servant Quarter

Material Quality

Brick Grade

Cement Brand

Steel / Sarya

Flooring

Paint / Finish

Doors & Windows

Add-ons & Special Features

BasementFull excavation, waterproofing, slab

Marble / Granite StaircasePremium stone, railing included

Boundary Wall + Main GateFull perimeter wall + steel gate

Solar System (10 kW On-Grid)Panels + inverter + installation

Generator Room + WiringDedicated room + DB + cabling

Passenger Elevator / Lift3–4 stop, full installation

CCTV + Intercom System8-camera HD + video intercom

Internal Gas PipelineGas line + fittings throughout

Underground Water Tank (RCC)10,000–15,000 litre capacity

Overhead Fibre Water Tank500–1000 gallon + platform

Front Lawn + LandscapingGarden, driveway, plants

Modular Kitchen CabinetsFitted kitchen with stone countertop

Contingency & Margin

Contingency Buffer

Contractor Profit (if applicable)

Bill of Quantities (BOQ) Auto Generated

💡 BOQ auto-calculated from your selections. Quantities are indicative; final BOQ should be prepared with architectural drawings.

Item Description	Unit	Qty	Rate (Rs.)	Amount (Rs.)
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Construction Payment Schedule

📌 Typical DHA Lahore milestone-based payment plan. Finalize with your contractor before signing agreement.

#	Milestone / Phase	Timeline	%	Amount (Rs.)
Total Project Cost				—

Estimated Construction Timeline

Foundation & Plinth2–3 weeks

Ground Floor Brickwork4–6 weeks

RCC Roof Slab (curing included)2–3 weeks

1st Floor Brickwork + Slab4–6 weeks

Plaster & Waterproofing3–4 weeks

Electrical & Plumbing Rough-in3–4 weeks

Flooring & Tile Work3–5 weeks

Doors, Windows & Paint2–3 weeks

Fixtures, Fittings & Final Clean2–3 weeks

Total Estimated Duration6 – 12 months

DHA Lahore Market Rates — 2026

📊 Based on DHA Lahore contractor rates, material suppliers, and JJS Solid House field data. Updated May 2026.

Labour Rates

Mason / Mistri (per day)Rs. 1,800 – 2,500

Labour Helper (per day)Rs. 1,000 – 1,400

Tile Fixer (per sq ft)Rs. 55 – 90

Plumber (per day)Rs. 2,000 – 3,000

Electrician (per day)Rs. 2,000 – 2,800

Painter Distemper (per sq ft)Rs. 18 – 28

Painter Emulsion (per sq ft)Rs. 30 – 55

Grey Structure Labour OnlyRs. 350 – 550 / sq ft

Material Rates

Brick (per 1000)

Rs. 18,000 – 24,000

Cement Bag (50 kg)

Rs. 1,250 – 1,450

Steel Sarya (40 kg)

Rs. 7,500 – 9,500

Sand (per trolley)

Rs. 12,000 – 16,000

Bajri / Crush (trolley)

Rs. 14,000 – 20,000

Marble (per sq ft)

Rs. 180 – 600

Standard Tile (sq ft)

Rs. 80 – 180

Premium Tile (sq ft)

Rs. 200 – 400

CPVC Pipe (per ft)

Rs. 120 – 200

Electric Wire (per ft)

Rs. 30 – 75

Happilac Distemper 16L

Rs. 6,500

National Distemper 16L

Rs. 2,800

Dulux Emulsion (4L)

Rs. 3,200 – 4,500

Wooden Door (standard)

Rs. 18,000 – 28,000

PVC / Aluminium Window

Rs. 650 – 1,200 / sq ft

Bathroom Set (EWC+Basin)

Rs. 25,000 – 80,000

Cost Per Sq Ft Benchmarks

Grey Structure OnlyRs. 1,400 – 1,800 / sq ft

Standard Finish (complete)Rs. 2,800 – 3,500 / sq ft

Luxury FinishRs. 4,000 – 5,500 / sq ft

Ultra Premium / ArchitectRs. 6,000 – 10,000+ / sq ft

DHA Fees & Professional Charges

DHA Map Approval (10 Marla)Rs. 80,000 – 1,50,000

DHA Map Approval (1 Kanal)Rs. 1,50,000 – 2,50,000

Architect Design FeeRs. 50 – 150 / sq ft

Structural Engineer FeeRs. 30,000 – 80,000

WASA Connection FeeRs. 25,000 – 60,000

LESCO Electricity ConnectionRs. 15,000 – 35,000

📐 Pakistan Plot Size Reference Table

✅ Standard sizes used in DHA Lahore, LDA, and all major housing societies across Pakistan. 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft (official). Common local rounding shown below.

Plot Size	Marla	Sq Ft	Sq Yard	Sq Metre	Typical Dimensions (ft)
2.5 Marla	2.5M	630	70	58.5	18 × 35
3 Marla	3M	675	75	62.7	22.5 × 30 / 18 × 37.5
3.5 Marla	3.5M	787	87.5	73.1	22 × 35.8
4 Marla	4M	900	100	83.6	25 × 36 / 30 × 30
4.5 Marla	4.5M	1,012	112.5	94.0	25 × 40.5
5 Marla	5M	1,125	125	104.5	25 × 45 / 30 × 37.5
6 Marla	6M	1,350	150	125.4	30 × 45
7 Marla	7M	1,575	175	146.3	30 × 52.5 / 35 × 45
8 Marla	8M	1,800	200	167.2	36 × 50 / 40 × 45
9 Marla	9M	2,025	225	188.0	40.5 × 50
10 Marla	10M	2,250	250	209.0	45 × 50 / 40 × 56.25
12 Marla	12M	2,700	300	250.8	45 × 60
14 Marla	14M	3,150	350	292.6	50 × 63
1 Kanal	20M	4,500	500	418.1	50 × 90 / 60 × 75
1.5 Kanal	30M	6,750	750	627.1	75 × 90
2 Kanal	40M	9,000	1,000	836.1	90 × 100
4 Kanal (1 Bigha)	80M	18,000	2,000	1,672	120 × 150

* 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft (Pakistan standard) · 1 Kanal = 20 Marla · 1 Kanal = 4,500 sq ft · 1 Sq Yard = 9 sq ft · Dimensions are typical — actual plots vary by society layout.

Total Estimated Cost

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Select your options above

Grey Structure—

Plaster & Finishing—

Flooring—

Electrification—

Plumbing & Sanitary—

Doors, Windows & Paint—

Add-ons—

Contingency—

Contractor Margin—

Grand Total—

Cost per sq ft (built-up)—

Grey

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Finishing

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Electric

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Plumbing

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Add-ons

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Payment Milestones

Foundation & Plinth

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Grey Structure (walls + slab)

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Plaster & Flooring

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Electric, Plumbing & Fixtures

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Paint, Doors & Final Handover

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Area Summary

Plot Area—

Built-up (Covered) Area—

Per Floor Coverage—

Configuration—

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⚠ This calculator provides indicative estimates only, based on DHA Lahore 2026 market rates. Actual costs depend on final architectural drawings, soil conditions, material price changes, and contractor agreements. JJS Solid House is not liable for variance between this estimate and the final project cost. Always get a formal signed BOQ before starting any construction work.

Construction Cost Per Sq Ft in DHA Lahore 2026

As of May 2026, construction cost per square foot in DHA Lahore ranges from Rs. 2,800–3,500 for grey structure only to Rs. 5,500–8,500 for complete turnkey construction with standard finishing. Luxury finishing with marble flooring, premium sanitary, and high-end doors pushes the cost to Rs. 10,000–15,000 per sq ft or more.

These figures are higher than other areas of Lahore — such as LDA or Johar Town — because DHA enforces stricter construction bylaws, requires DHA-approved contractors for certain work, and has higher material delivery costs due to security checkpoints at phase entries. The table below shows benchmark costs by construction grade for the most common plot sizes in DHA Lahore.

Plot Size	Grey Structure Only	Standard Finish	Luxury Finish	Ultra Premium
3 Marla (675 sq ft)	Rs. 28–35 Lac	Rs. 50–65 Lac	Rs. 80–100 Lac	Rs. 1.2 Cr+
5 Marla (1,125 sq ft)	Rs. 45–58 Lac	Rs. 85–1.05 Cr	Rs. 1.35–1.7 Cr	Rs. 2.0 Cr+
10 Marla (2,250 sq ft)	Rs. 90 Lac–1.1 Cr	Rs. 1.7–2.1 Cr	Rs. 2.7–3.4 Cr	Rs. 4.0 Cr+
1 Kanal (4,500 sq ft)	Rs. 1.8–2.2 Cr	Rs. 3.4–4.2 Cr	Rs. 5.4–6.8 Cr	Rs. 8.0 Cr+
2 Kanal (9,000 sq ft)	Rs. 3.6–4.4 Cr	Rs. 6.8–8.4 Cr	Rs. 10.8–13.5 Cr	Rs. 16 Cr+

* Estimates for G+1 (ground + first floor) construction with 75% coverage ratio. DHA Phase 5–8 rates. Actual cost depends on design, soil, and material selection.

DHA Lahore Phase-Wise Construction Cost Difference

One of the most frequently asked questions from DHA Lahore homeowners is: does construction cost differ between phases? The answer is yes — but the difference is smaller than most people assume. The main factors that vary by phase are material delivery logistics, contractor availability, and DHA inspection stringency.

Phase 1 – 4

Older Sectors

Mature infrastructure, established supplier routes, lower delivery surcharges. Construction rates are 3–5% lower than newer phases. Grey structure: Rs. 2,700–3,200/sq ft.

Phase 5 – 6

Most Active

Highest construction activity in DHA Lahore. Dense contractor and supplier network keeps prices competitive. Benchmark rates: Rs. 2,900–3,500/sq ft grey structure.

Phase 7 – 8

Premium Sectors

Higher land value pushes finishing expectations upward. Clients in these phases typically spend more on elevation and interior. Rates: Rs. 3,100–3,800/sq ft grey structure.

Phase 9 – 11

Newest Sectors

Under-development phases with higher delivery costs and limited local suppliers. Rates are 8–15% higher than Phase 5–6 for the same construction quality.

Grey Structure vs Turnkey Construction in DHA Lahore — Which Should You Choose?

This is one of the most important decisions you will make before starting construction. Grey structure means completing only the structural shell — foundation, walls, columns, roof slab, basic plumbing lines, and electrical conduits — without any finishing. Turnkey means the contractor hands you a fully finished, move-in ready house.

Choose grey structure first if: you are building for investment (plot + grey structure command strong resale), you want to finish room by room as budget allows, or you are an overseas Pakistani who wants to supervise finishing yourself later.

Choose turnkey if: you are planning to move in immediately after construction, you prefer fixed-price certainty, or you are an overseas client who cannot supervise finishing work. JJS Solid House offers both models with a signed contract and monthly progress reports.

Important DHA Lahore Construction Rules You Must Know

Map approval is mandatory before the first brick. DHA Lahore requires approved architectural drawings stamped by a DHA-registered architect before any construction begins. Building without approval risks demolition notices and heavy fines.

Maximum coverage ratio is 75% on most residential plots. You cannot build wall-to-wall. DHA enforces mandatory setbacks — typically 5 ft front, 3 ft sides, and 3 ft rear. Violating setbacks can block your completion certificate.

DHA inspections happen at multiple stages. Foundation, slab, and completion inspections are mandatory. Keep your contractor aligned with DHA bylaws at each stage, or you may be forced to redo work.

Basement rules vary by plot size. Basements are allowed in DHA Lahore but require separate approval and deeper foundation design. Basement construction typically adds Rs. 800–1,300 per sq ft of basement area to your total cost.

Utility connections (WASA, LESCO, gas) are separate costs. These are not included in any contractor's per-sq-ft rate and must be budgeted separately. Typical connection costs range from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 2,50,000 depending on plot size and phase.

Why Choose JJS Solid House for DHA Lahore Construction?

JJS Solid House is an active construction contractor operating in DHA Lahore with verified project experience across multiple phases. We built this calculator from real field data — material quantities actually consumed, labour rates actually paid, and add-on costs actually invoiced on completed DHA projects.

When you contact us for a quote, you receive a formal BOQ based on your architectural drawings — not a vague per-sq-ft number. We offer fixed-price grey structure contracts, milestone-based payment schedules, and monthly photo progress reports for overseas clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions — DHA Lahore Construction Cost

How much does it cost to build a 10 Marla house in DHA Lahore in 2026?

A 10 Marla house (2,250 sq ft plot) in DHA Lahore with G+1 floors and standard finishing costs approximately Rs. 1.7 to 2.1 Crore in 2026, including grey structure, plaster, standard tile flooring, electrification, plumbing, paint, and doors. Grey structure only costs Rs. 90 Lac to 1.1 Crore. Luxury finishing adds 50–80% to the standard cost. Use the calculator above for a personalised estimate based on your phase and specifications.

What is the construction cost per square foot in DHA Lahore 2026?

Grey structure cost in DHA Lahore ranges from Rs. 2,800 to Rs. 3,500 per square foot (covered area) in 2026. Complete house construction with standard finishing costs Rs. 4,500 to Rs. 6,500 per sq ft. Luxury finishing ranges from Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 10,000+ per sq ft. Ultra premium architect-designed interiors can exceed Rs. 15,000 per sq ft.

Is grey structure cost different in DHA Phase 5 vs Phase 9?

Yes. DHA Phase 9 and newer phases typically cost 8–15% more than Phase 5–6 for the same construction specification. The difference comes from higher material delivery costs, fewer established suppliers in the area, and longer distances from hardware markets in the city.

How many bricks are needed to build a 10 Marla house in DHA Lahore?

A G+1 double-storey 10 Marla house in DHA Lahore with 75% coverage (approx. 3,700 sq ft covered area) requires approximately 31,000 to 35,000 bricks for the superstructure alone, excluding foundation. At 2026 DHA-area rates of Rs. 18,000–24,000 per 1,000 bricks, brick cost alone totals Rs. 5.6 to 8.4 Lac. The auto-BOQ in this calculator itemises brick quantities automatically.

What is included in grey structure construction in DHA Lahore?

Grey structure includes: earthwork and excavation, P.C.C. foundation, brick masonry (foundation and superstructure), steel reinforcement (sarya), RCC roof slab with shuttering, damp-proof course (DPC), embedded plumbing lines (CPVC), electrical conduit (without wiring), and external rough plaster. It does NOT include internal plaster, flooring, paint, doors, windows, bathroom fittings, electrical wiring, or any finishing work.

Can I build a basement in DHA Lahore and how much does it cost?

Yes, basements are allowed in DHA Lahore subject to separate DHA approval and structural engineering. Basement construction costs Rs. 800 to Rs. 1,500 per sq ft of basement area depending on depth, waterproofing specification, and soil conditions. For a 10 Marla plot, a full basement (approx. 1,500–1,800 sq ft) adds Rs. 12 to 27 Lac to your total project cost. Toggle the basement option in the calculator above for an estimate.

How long does it take to build a house in DHA Lahore?

A standard G+1 house on a 10 Marla plot in DHA Lahore takes 8 to 12 months for complete construction from foundation to handover. Grey structure alone takes 4 to 6 months. Timeline depends on weather (monsoon season July–September slows concrete curing), labour availability, DHA inspection scheduling, and material delivery. Overseas clients should plan for a 10–14 month total timeline including approvals.

How much does a boundary wall cost in DHA Lahore?

A boundary wall with a steel main gate for a 10 Marla plot in DHA Lahore (approx. 190 running feet perimeter) costs Rs. 8 to 14 Lac in 2026, depending on wall height, brick quality, plaster, and gate design. For 1 Kanal plots (approx. 270 ft perimeter), budget Rs. 12 to 20 Lac. Toggle the boundary wall option in the calculator for an estimate based on your plot size.