How Much Does It Cost to Build 1m²? | Understanding Unit Rates + BOQ Basics

ver wondered what it actually costs to build 1 square metre of your house? In this video, I break down unit rates—the formula used in construction to calculate costs for every square metre. From materials to labour, equipment, profit, and even preliminaries, I’ll show you how it all adds up. This is for students, contractors, and first-time home builders who want to understand how building costs are structured using BOQs (Bills of Quantities). 🔹 What You'll Learn: What unit rates are How they’re used in a BOQ What "preliminaries" are Why understanding this can save you money 💬 Comment below: Have you ever seen or received a BOQ before? Did you understand what you were looking at? 🔔 Subscribe for weekly tips on building, budgeting, and better project planning. 👉 #EasyQSbyNeyomi #UnitRates #ConstructionCosts #BuildingTips #BOQ #tutorialthursday #FirstTimeBuilder