Who it is for
- You own land (or are about to buy) and want to know what it will cost to build on it.
- You live abroad and need numbers you can plan savings or a mortgage around.
- You have a quote from a builder and want a second view of whether it is realistic.
What the report covers
- Your brief turned into an outline: number of rooms, storeys and approximate floor area.
- Cost range for basic, standard and premium finishes, using current material prices.
- Stage-by-stage budget: foundation, frame, roof, services and finishing, so you can plan cash flow.
- What is not included: approvals, external works, utilities and contingency.
- Approvals and timeline: the permits your project needs and a realistic programme.
- Risks and next steps: what to check on the plot, and what to do first.
The kind of figures in your report
What a square metre costs in Lagos (2026)
Building only: no land, external works or furniture. Finish level is the biggest choice you make.
Local tiles, standard doors and fittings, PVC ceilings, emulsion paint.
Good porcelain tiles, POP ceilings, quality sanitary ware, aluminium windows.
Imported finishes, feature lighting, fitted kitchen and wardrobes, smart wiring. High-end Ikoyi/Banana Island builds can exceed ₦450,000/m².
4-bedroom duplex · Basic
₦42m – ₦61.5m
about 280 m²
4-bedroom duplex · Standard
₦61.5m – ₦92.5m
about 280 m²
4-bedroom duplex · Premium
₦92.5m – ₦126m
about 280 m²
The cost figures are overseen by Tobi Awojobi, our Executive Director and a quantity surveyor (BSc, MSc Quantity Surveying, University of Lagos). You receive the report as a PDF and talk it through with us on a video call.
Price
Fixed fee, quoted before you commit. Tell us a little about your project and we’ll send you the price in writing, in naira, pounds or dollars.
Want a rough figure first? Our free cost guide shows 2026 costs per m² and by house type.