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Last updated: 8 April 2024
How many bricks can a bricklayer lay in a day?
Are you planning to build a home extension? If so, you’ll want to have a realistic idea of how long it will take. An integral part of any home extension is the supporting walls. If you’ve chosen a brick-built extension, you’ll probably be wondering how many bricks a bricklayer can lay in a day. Let’s find out!
What is the average amount of bricks for a bricklayer to lay in a day?
On a standard wall with no complications, a good bricklayer will be able to lay around 500 bricks per day. There are many factors, however, that can complicate this average.
What affects the time it takes to lay bricks?
Firstly, the skill level of the bricklayer. This will have a huge impact on the rate of bricks laid.
For an apprentice bricklayer, the figure will probably be closer to 250.
There are other factors that affect the number of bricks that can be laid in a day. These include:
The complexity of the project
Weather conditions
The wall height
The use of wall ties
Brick pointing
Brickwork around windows/doors
All these factors will extend the time it takes to lay the bricks. Therefore, the more complex a project, the fewer bricks it will be possible to lay in a day.
Can I lay bricks myself?
Laying bricks yourself is possible. If you have any construction experience, then you may want to tackle a bricklaying project yourself.
Our guide to building a brick wall outlines the process you will need to follow.
Bricklaying, however, is a highly skilled trade. If you are in any doubt about your bricklaying skills, it’s always best to hire a professional. Our bricklaying cost guide explains how much you can expect to pay for an expert to do the job.
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