Renovating a house or building a new one from scratch is always a costly endeavour and it’s important to properly budget your project to avoid any unpleasant surprises. Here is the current cost of building materials in Nigeria 2020 that will help you create a budget for your building project.
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1. Sand
Sand is widely used in Nigeria for various building purposes. There are different types of sand available right now in the market, and it’s important to know which one is required for your project, as the price and use of different kinds of sand can have a crucial effect on the look and stability of the construction:
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- Sharp, coarse, non-silty sand – ₦30,000 to ₦35,000 for 20 tons;
- Sharp, coarse, silty sand – ₦40,000 to ₦45,000 for 20 tons;
- Smooth plaster sand – ₦18,000 to ₦28,000 for 7 tons;
- Sticky smooth sand – ₦25,000 to ₦28,000 for 7 tons.
2. Granite
Granite is typically used for decoration and is a fairly expensive building material that gives the house a refined look. Granite comes in different sizes and bulks, and here are the most common granite types you can buy today:
- Granite stone dust – ₦50,000 to ₦55,000 for 20 tons;
- 1/4 inch granite – ₦70,000 to ₦75,000 for 20 tons;
- 1/2 inch granite – ₦80,000 to ₦90,000 for 20 tons;
- 3/4 inch granite – ₦80,000 to ₦90,000 for 20 tons;
- 1-inch granite – ₦85,000 to ₦95,000 for 20 tons.
3. Steel rods
Steel rods are some of the most essential building materials. They ensure the durable construction of the building and support its firmness when other building materials are used. These are the prices for the most popular steel rod options in Nigeria:
- 8mm steel rods – ₦160,000 to ₦170,000 for 1 ton;
- 10mm steel rods – ₦165,000 to ₦170,000 for 1 ton;
- 12mm steel rods – ₦168,000 to ₦172,000 for 1 ton;
- 16mm steel rods – ₦170,000 to ₦174,000 for 1 ton;
- 20mm steel rods – ₦180,000 to ₦185,000 for 1 ton;
- 25mm steel rods – ₦180,000 to ₦185,000 for 1 ton
- BRC mesh – ₦14,000 to ₦25,000 for 20 meters;
- Binding wire – ₦45,000 to ₦50,000 for 10 kilograms.
4. Cement
There is probably no construction job anywhere in the world where cement is not required, and your building project is no exception. There are several popular cement brands you will find in the Nigerian construction material market, and here are the current prices:
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- Dangote cement – ₦2,500 to ₦2,800 for 50 kilograms;
- Sokoto cement – ₦1,550 for 50 kilograms;
- UNICEM cement – ₦2,550 for 50 kilograms;
- Wapco cement – ₦1,600 for 50 kilograms;
- Elephant cement – ₦2,500 for 50 kilograms;
- Ashaka cement – ₦1,550 for 50 kilograms.
5. Building blocks
The use of building blocks speeds up the construction process and allows you to save time on mixing cement and sand to get your own blocks. Building blocks are available in two types and two most common sizes, and here are the prices:
- 1 6-inch hand-molded block – ₦100 to ₦120;
- 1 9-inch hand-molded block – ₦110 to ₦130;
- 1 6-inch vibrated block – ₦100 to ₦150;
- 1 9-inch vibrated block – ₦130 to ₦160.
6. Windows and doors
Windows and doors not only give your house a finished look, but also serve some purely practical purposes. Moreover, windows and doors help keep your home secure, so it’s best to look for the most reliable options. Here are the prices for the most popular types of doors and windows in Nigeria:
- Sliding window – ₦4,000 to ₦8,000;
- Fixed window – ₦3,500 to ₦8,000;
- Louvre window – ₦1,800 to ₦10,000;
- Casement window – ₦7,000 to ₦11,000;
- Imported door – ₦12,000 to ₦30,000;
- Domestic furniture door – ₦6,000 to ₦8,000;
- Flush plywood door – ₦5,000 to ₦11,000;
- Metal security door – ₦20,000 to ₦35,000.
7. Roofing sheets
You cannot build a house without a roof, and roofing sheets are the most practical, stylish, and effortless way to finish the construction of your home. These are the most common types of roofing sheets available in Nigeria and their prices:
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- 0.45mm aluminium roofing sheet – ₦1,500 to ₦1,700;
- 0.55mm aluminium roofing sheet – ₦1,900 to ₦2,200;
- 0.70mm aluminium roofing sheet – ₦2,400 to ₦2,600;
- 0.90mm aluminium roofing sheet – ₦2,700 to ₦3,100.
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