Masonry Estimating
Unit counts for 190 mm and 290 mm block, modular brick veneer, grout volumes, bond-beam rebar, mortar, flashing and weeps, and scaffold or mast-climber time.
Technical Takeoff Scope & Engineering Overview
Masonry bids need net openings deducted while still counting lintels, bullnose units, control joints, vertical grout spacing, cavity insulation, ties and scaffolding. We follow CSA A371 and CSA A179, and allow for winter heating and enclosure when masonry runs through the cold months.
Governing Canadian Codes & Specifications
- CSA A371 masonry construction
- CSA S304 masonry design
- CSA A179 mortar and grout
- CSA A370 masonry connectors
Software Operated by Our Senior Estimators
Sample Bill of Quantities Line Items (Masonry)
Excerpt showing itemized MasterFormat coding, metric/imperial unit quantities, and spec notes typical of our deliverables.
| CSI Code | Description | Unit | Sample Qty | Specification Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 22 00 | 190 mm Load-Bearing Concrete Block Units (CMU), Grouted @ 800 mm OC | SF | 11,200 | Includes Type S mortar, ladder wire, 15M vertical rebar & pump grout |
| 04 21 13 | Modular Face Brick Veneer w/ 2-Piece Adjustable Seismic Veneer Ties | SF | 9,400 | Includes coloured mortar, stainless thru-wall flashing, weeps & washdown |
| 04 43 00 | Architectural Cut Limestone Sill, Watertable & Coping Stones | LF | 640 | Includes stainless dowels, non-staining mortar & sealant joints |
What You Receive
- Unlocked Microsoft Excel Estimate (.xlsx)
- Color-coded marked-up drawings (.pdf)
- Unpriced Vendor BOM spreadsheet
- Canadian postal-code calibrated crew rates
- Dual-estimator QA certificate
Provincial Hubs for Masonry
Specialized Masonry Scopes (10 Services)
Click any specialized service below to view itemized measured quantities, bid risk checklists, and local urban coverage.
Masonry Estimating
Brick Estimating
Blockwork Estimating
CMU Estimating
Stone Masonry Estimating
Stone Veneer Estimating
Brick Veneer Estimating
Mortar Estimating
Precast Masonry Estimating
Masonry Estimating FAQ
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