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How Much Does It Cost To Install A Cmu Block Wall?
Typical range: $4,083-$5,156
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For your project in zip code 98109 with these options, the cost to install a cmu block wall starts at $13.61-$17.19 per square foot. Your actual price will depend on job size, conditions, finish options you choose.
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| Standard Services | Quantity | Low | High | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| What you can expect | |||||
| Range per square foot: | $13.61 | $17.19 | |||
| Range for this type of project: | $4,083 | $5,156 | |||
| Estimate: $4,619 | |||||
Block Wall Cost | 320 square feet | $677 | $1,022 | ||
Cost of concrete masonry unit blocks for wall installation. Rate is inclusive of local delivery, as well as standard excess for perfect installation and occasional repairs. | |||||
Block Wall Labor, Basic | 48 hours | $3,274 | $3,969 | ||
Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete installation. Preparation will begin with excavation up to 1' below grade, then concrete foundation will be leveled and set. Courses up to 6' height will be laid in mortar joints. Inclusive of all staffing needs: thorough planning, acquisition of equipment and material, preparation and protection of installation site, and meticulous cleanup. (Top filling not included.) | |||||
Block Wall Job Supplies | 320 square feet | $71 | $81 | ||
Requisite supplies for the job, including cutting and grinding materials, mortar, and reinforcement. | |||||
Block Wall Equipment Allowance | 1 job | $60 | $84 | ||
Daily rental of specialty equipment that maximizes the quality and efficiency of the work. These include a 115V wet masonry saw, 5-cubic-foot mortar box, and small plate compactor. Consumable equipment elements not included. | |||||
Standard services
Block Wall Cost
$677 -$1,022
$677 -$1,022
320
square feet
square feet
Cost of concrete masonry unit blocks for wall installation. Rate is inclusive of local delivery, as well as standard excess for perfect installation and occasional repairs.
Block Wall Labor, Basic
$3,274 -$3,969
$3,274 -$3,969
48
hours
hours
Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete installation. Preparation will begin with excavation up to 1' below grade, then concrete foundation will be leveled and set. Courses up to 6' height will be laid in mortar joints. Inclusive of all staffing needs: thorough planning, acquisition of equipment and material, preparation and protection of installation site, and meticulous cleanup. (Top filling not included.)
Block Wall Job Supplies
$71 -$81
$71 -$81
320
square feet
square feet
Requisite supplies for the job, including cutting and grinding materials, mortar, and reinforcement.
Block Wall Equipment Allowance
$60 -$84
$60 -$84
1
job
job
Daily rental of specialty equipment that maximizes the quality and efficiency of the work. These include a 115V wet masonry saw, 5-cubic-foot mortar box, and small plate compactor. Consumable equipment elements not included.
Optional Services
What you can expect
Range per square foot:
$14 - $17
$14 - $17
Range for this type of project:
$4,083 - $5,156
$4,083 - $5,156
Estimate:
$4,619
$4,619
Cost Comparison
YOUR ESTIMATE
$4,619
NATIONAL AVERAGE RANGE
$3,828 -$4,834
YOUR ESTIMATE
Install a CMU Block Wall: national average cost
The national average materials cost to install a cmu block wall is $2.49 per square foot, with a range between $1.98 to $2.99.
The total price for labor and materials per square foot is $14.44, coming in between $12.76 to $16.11.
A typical 300 square foot project costs $4,330.83, with a range of $3,827.82 to $4,833.84. Your actual price will depend on your location, job size, conditions and finish options you choose.
| cost to install a cmu block wall | |
| National Avg. Materials Cost per square foot | $2.49 |
| National Avg. Cost (labor and materials) for 300 square foot | $4,330.83 |
| National Cost Range (labor and materials) for 300 square foot | $3,827.82 - $4,833.84 |
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