When planning to build a house in Cagayan de Oro, one of the first questions many lot owners ask is: “How much is your construction cost per square meter?” It is an understandable question. Multiplying the proposed floor area by a contractor’s advertised rate appears to provide a fast and convenient construction estimate. For example, if a contractor quotes ₱30,000 per square meter for a 100-square-meter house, the expected construction cost may appear to be: 100 sqm × ₱30,00

Is the cheapest contractor really the best choice for your home project? Many lot owners in Cagayan de Oro make one costly mistake before construction even begins: they compare contractors based only on the total price. At first, the lowest quotation looks attractive. It feels like savings. It feels practical. It feels like the smart choice. But in construction, the cheapest price can become the most expensive decision if the scope is unclear. The Problem: A Low Price Can Hid