Key Takeaways
- CyanBuild's AI reads masonry plans and block and brick counts automatically.
- Price with your local $45-80/hr rates — no spreadsheet.
- Typical Masonry costs: $18-35/SF/cmu wall, $25-45/SF/brick veneer, $30-60/SF/stone veneer.
- Visual proof per item means a defensible, reviewable estimate.
How CyanBuild handles Masonry takeoff
Masonry takeoff covers brick, block, stone, mortar, and reinforcement by area or count with waste and coursing factors. CyanBuild detects and counts block and brick counts and other masonry elements from your PDF, measures areas and runs, and lets you price each line with local rates.
Masonry cost reference
| Item | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| CMU wall | $18-35/SF | |
| Brick veneer | $25-45/SF | |
| Stone veneer | $30-60/SF |
Common Masonry tasks
- Block and brick counts
- Mortar and reinforcement
- Openings and lintels
- Coursing
Materials CyanBuild tracks for Masonry
- Concrete block (CMU)
- Brick
- Natural/manufactured stone
- Mortar
- Reinforcement (rebar, joint wire)
- Ties and anchors
Masonry takeoff: manual vs CyanBuild
| Capability | Manual takeoff | CyanBuild AI |
|---|---|---|
| Block and brick counts | Count/measure by hand | Detected and counted |
| Pricing with your rates | Spreadsheet | Built in |
| Cross-trade rollup | Separate files | One estimate |
| Audit trail | Paper or PDF | Visual proof per item |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does CyanBuild handle Masonry takeoff?
Upload your Masonry plans as PDF. CyanBuild's AI detects and counts block and brick counts and other masonry elements, measures areas and runs, and hands you a reviewable takeoff you can price with your local $45-80/hr rates.
What does Masonry work cost?
Typical Masonry ranges: $18-35/SF for cmu wall; $25-45/SF for brick veneer; $30-60/SF for stone veneer. Labor runs about $45-80/hr (masons).
What materials are included in a Masonry takeoff?
Common Masonry materials: Concrete block (CMU), Brick, Natural/manufactured stone, Mortar, Reinforcement (rebar, joint wire), Ties and anchors.
Can CyanBuild estimate Masonry labor and materials separately?
Yes. Masonry takeoff separates material quantities from labor hours so you can price each with your own rates and review the build-up line by line.
Is there Masonry-specific estimating software?
Yes — see our Masonry estimating software page for the estimating workflow, and the how-to-estimate guide for a step-by-step Masonry cost build-up.