CMU Block Calculator

Quick Presets
Wall Dimensions
ft
ft
SF
Total SF of doors, windows, and openings to subtract
%
5-10% typical for breakage and cuts
Block Specification
Standard 8x8x16 nominal block
Affects weight and price
Mortar & Grout
Type S used for most commercial
in
3/8" (0.375) standard
How often cores are filled with grout
ft
0 = no bond beams. Typical: every 4-8 ft height
Cost (Optional)
$
8" CMU: $1.80-$3.50 typical
$
Type S, 70 lb bag: $7-$12
$
Ready-mix grout: $170-$220/CY
$/block
Optional. $4-$8 per block typical commercial
Total Block Count
0 blocks
Including waste factor
Mortar Required
0bags
Grout Required
0CY
Gross wall area 0 SF
Net wall area (after openings) 0 SF
Blocks per SF 0
Block count (before waste) 0
Mortar volume 0 CF
Cores grouted 0
Bond beam blocks 0
Estimated wall weight 0 lbs
Weight (tons) 0 tons
Estimated Total Cost
$0
Materials: $0 · Labor: $0
Includes block, mortar, grout, and labor (if entered). Excludes reinforcement, lintels, accessories, equipment, and overhead.
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