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🍽️ KITCHEN UPGRADE COST BREAKDOWN

Gabriel Mikael
Jul 17
2 min read

📍 Philippines | 2025 | Budget to Mid-Range Setup📏 Size: 4 to 8 sqm

✅ 1. DEMOLITION & PREP WORK

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Removal of old tiles, cabinets, sink	₱5,000 – ₱10,000
Debris hauling and site cleaning	₱2,000 – ₱4,000

Subtotal: ₱7,000 – ₱14,000

✅ 2. FLOORING & WALL TILES

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Ceramic/Vinyl tiles (floor & backsplash)	₱10,000 – ₱20,000
Tile adhesive and grout	₱2,000 – ₱4,000

Subtotal: ₱12,000 – ₱24,000

✅ 3. CABINETRY & STORAGE

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Modular base and overhead cabinets	₱20,000 – ₱40,000
Cabinet hardware and handles	₱2,000 – ₱4,000

Subtotal: ₱22,000 – ₱44,000

✅ 4. COUNTERTOP

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Ceramic or synthetic granite	₱8,000 – ₱15,000
Actual granite or quartz	₱18,000 – ₱30,000 (optional high-end)

Range: ₱8,000 – ₱30,000

✅ 5. SINK & PLUMBING FIXTURES

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Stainless steel sink	₱3,000 – ₱6,000
Faucet + trap	₱1,500 – ₱3,000
Plumbing labor	₱3,000 – ₱5,000

Subtotal: ₱7,500 – ₱14,000

✅ 6. ELECTRICAL WORKS & LIGHTING

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Electrical wiring & sockets	₱3,000 – ₱6,000
Ceiling light or undercabinet lighting	₱2,000 – ₱4,000
Switches & labor	₱2,000 – ₱4,000

Subtotal: ₱7,000 – ₱14,000

✅ 7. APPLIANCE ALLOWANCE (Optional)

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Stove/cooktop	₱6,000 – ₱12,000
Range hood	₱4,000 – ₱8,000
Microwave/oven/small fridge (optional)	₱10,000 – ₱20,000

Range: ₱6,000 – ₱30,000+

✅ 8. LABOR & MISCELLANEOUS

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Carpentry & tiling	₱15,000 – ₱25,000
Contingency (10%)	₱5,000 – ₱10,000

Subtotal: ₱20,000 – ₱35,000

🧾 TOTAL ESTIMATED COST RANGE

Kitchen Size	Budget Range (₱)
4–6 sqm	₱90,000 – ₱160,000
7–8 sqm	₱130,000 – ₱200,000+

💡 COST-SAVING TIPS

Use laminated marine plywood instead of solid wood for cabinets.
Opt for ceramic countertops if granite is beyond budget.
Reuse your existing appliances or sink if still functional.
Keep plumbing and electrical points in the same place to avoid extra work.

COST BREAKDOWN: FENCE FOR 100–120 SQM LOT

Gabriel Mikael
Jul 16
1 min read

📐 Assumed Lot Shape: 10m x 10m to 12m x 10m (Perimeter: 40–44 meters)

🏗️ Fence Type: Concrete base + steel bars or grills

📅 Prices as of mid-2025

🎯 Height: Approx. 1.8–2.0 meters

🧱 1. MATERIALS

Item	Unit Cost (₱)	Qty (Approx.)	Total (₱)
Cement (40 kg/bag)	250	50–60 bags	₱12,500 – ₱15,000
Sand & Gravel	Lump sum	–	₱6,000 – ₱9,000
CHB (6")	₱18–₱20/pc	800–1,000 pcs	₱14,400 – ₱20,000
Steel Bars (10mm & 12mm)	₱280–₱320/pc	60–70 pcs	₱16,800 – ₱22,400
Steel Flatbars or Tubulars	₱350–₱400/pc	40 pcs	₱14,000 – ₱16,000
G.I. Sheet (Optional Top Cover)	₱350–₱400	10 pcs	₱3,500 – ₱4,000
Tie wire, nails, binding wire	Lump sum	–	₱1,500 – ₱2,000
Paint & Primer	Lump sum	–	₱3,000 – ₱5,000

🧮 Subtotal (Materials): ₱71,700 – ₱93,400

🔨 2. LABOR COST

Skilled + unskilled labor
Estimated: ₱450–₱550 per meter

Perimeter Length	Estimated Labor Cost
40 meters	₱18,000 – ₱22,000
44 meters	₱19,800 – ₱24,200

🚪 3. GATE (Steel with frame, 2–3 meters wide)

Item	Estimated Cost (₱)
Gate fabrication	₱12,000 – ₱20,000
Hinges & lock	₱1,500 – ₱2,000

Subtotal (Gate): ₱13,500 – ₱22,000

🧾 TOTAL ESTIMATED COST RANGE

Cost Category	Low-End (₱)	High-End (₱)
Materials	₱71,700	₱93,400
Labor	₱18,000	₱24,200
Gate	₱13,500	₱22,000
TOTAL	₱103,200	₱139,600

📌 NOTES:

For basic security + subdivision-approved aesthetics
Fence height: ~1.8m (5.9 ft), partly solid + partly steel grills
Costs may vary by location, lot shape, and gate design
You can save more by:
- Using pre-fab steel panels
- Painting DIY instead of outsourcing
- Reducing height to 1.5m

COST BREAKDOWN: FENCE FOR 100–120 SQM LOT

BATHROOM UPGRADE COST BREAKDOWN (2–5 SQM)

Gabriel Mikael
Jul 16
1 min read

📍 Philippines | Mid-2025 | Budget-Friendly Setup

Category	Estimated Cost (₱)
1. Demolition & Hauling	₱5,000 – ₱10,000
2. Waterproofing	₱3,000 – ₱7,000
3. Plumbing Works	₱8,000 – ₱15,000
4. Electrical Works	₱2,500 – ₱5,000
5. Floor & Wall Tiles	₱10,000 – ₱20,000
6. Toilet Bowl	₱4,000 – ₱8,000
7. Lavatory & Faucet	₱3,500 – ₱7,000
8. Shower Set / Heater	₱4,000 – ₱10,000
9. Lighting & Fixtures	₱2,000 – ₱4,000
10. Mirror & Accessories	₱1,500 – ₱3,000
11. Paint / Ceiling Work	₱2,000 – ₱4,000
12. Labor Cost (25–35%)	₱20,000 – ₱35,000
13. Contingency (10%)	₱6,000 – ₱10,000

🧾 TOTAL ESTIMATED COST RANGE

Size	Low-End	High-End
2–3 sqm bath	₱70,000	₱100,000
4–5 sqm bath	₱90,000	₱130,000

💡 Cost-Saving Tips:

Use ceramic tiles instead of granite or stone.
Repaint ceiling instead of replacing gypsum board.
Choose water-efficient fixtures to save long-term.
Opt for wall-hung shelves instead of custom vanities.
Use non-heated shower sets if heater isn't necessary.

BATHROOM UPGRADE COST BREAKDOWN (2–5 SQM)