Free BOQ Software for Construction: Bill of Quantities Calculator
Creating a Bill of Quantities (BOQ) is one of the most time-consuming tasks in construction estimation. Whether you are a civil engineer, quantity surveyor, or small contractor in India, you need accurate BOQ estimates to bid on projects, plan material procurement, and control costs. Yojo offers a free BOQ software tool that lets you create professional Bill of Quantities online — add items, enter quantities and rates, apply wastage factors, and export to PDF. No signup, no installation, works on mobile.
What Is a Bill of Quantities (BOQ)?
A Bill of Quantities (BOQ) is a detailed document listing every material, labour item, and work activity needed for a construction project, along with quantities, unit rates, and total costs. It is used for:
Tender bidding — contractors submit rates against BOQ items
Cost estimation — project owners estimate total construction cost before starting
Material procurement — purchase exact quantities to avoid wastage
Progress billing — measure completed work against BOQ for RA bills
Cost control — compare actual vs estimated quantities during construction
Why Use BOQ Software Instead of Excel?
Most contractors in India still prepare BOQ in Excel or on paper. This leads to calculation errors, inconsistent formatting, and hours of manual work. A dedicated BOQ software solves these problems:
Auto-calculation — quantities × rates with wastage factor built in
Standard item library — pre-loaded construction items (concrete, brickwork, plastering, painting)
Professional PDF export — share estimates with clients and architects
Mobile-friendly — create BOQ on-site from your phone
Version tracking — update estimates without losing previous versions
No installation — works in your browser, free, no signup needed
Common BOQ Items in Indian Construction
A typical residential construction BOQ includes these major categories:
Earthwork & excavation — PCC, trenching, backfilling
Concrete work — RCC for footings, columns, beams, slabs (M20, M25 grade)
Masonry — brick/block walls (4.5", 6", 9" thickness), stone masonry
Plastering — internal & external plaster (12mm, 15mm, 20mm)
Flooring — vitrified tiles, marble, granite, cement screed
Painting — primer, putty, emulsion, enamel
Plumbing & sanitary — pipes, fittings, fixtures
Electrical — wiring, switches, DB boxes, earthing
Doors & windows — wooden frames, shutters, hardware
Waterproofing — terrace, bathroom, basement
Try the Free BOQ Calculator Now
Create your first Bill of Quantities in under 5 minutes. Add items, enter rates, and export a professional PDF estimate. No signup, no installation — just open and start.
How to Create a BOQ Using Yojo (Step by Step)
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Step 1: Open the free BOQ Estimation Tool — no signup required
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Step 2: Add work items — select from standard categories (earthwork, concrete, masonry, finishing) or add custom items
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Step 3: Enter quantities — length, breadth, height or direct quantity with unit (sqm, cum, rmt, kg)
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Step 4: Enter unit rate — ₹ per unit for each item
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Step 5: Apply wastage factor — typically 5-10% depending on material
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Step 6: Review totals — the tool auto-calculates item totals and grand total
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Step 7: Export to PDF — download professional estimate to share with clients
BOQ vs Estimate vs Quotation — What Is the Difference?
These three documents are often confused but serve different purposes:
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