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Plan your build
See what your house will cost before you talk to anyone — total range, materials, stages and the pros you'll need.
Example: 200 gaj, G+1, standard finish in Dehradun ≈ ₹51.3–64.8 lakh
Hiring guide
What each pro does, what MDDA/HRDA needs, and what a good quote includes.
Architect vs contractor vs turnkey
Architect
Designs the plan, elevation and structure coordination, prepares MDDA/HRDA drawings and checks the work on site.
Pick when you want a plan that fits your plot, sunlight and budget — and a sanctioned map.
Full architectural design + supervision: typically ₹40–100/sq ft
Browse ArchitectsContractor (thekedar)
Builds from the drawings. Labour-only: you buy material (on Nirmaan) and control quality. With material: one rate per sq ft.
Pick when you already have drawings and can visit the site often.
Labour-only (civil): typically ₹350–550/sq ft
Browse ContractorsTurnkey builder
One party from design to handover at a fixed price per sq ft. Simplest, but you control less — insist on a written spec and brand list.
Pick when you live away from the site or want one point of contact.
Complete house, standard finish: typically ₹1,900–2,400/sq ft
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MDDA / HRDA map approval checklist
Keep these ready before your architect files the map.
- Sale deed / registry of the plot
- Khatauni (land record) in the owner's name
- Site plan and building drawings signed by a registered architect
- Structural stability certificate (Uttarakhand is seismic zone IV)
- Soil test report for G+2 and above
- NOCs where applicable (fire, forest, highway, airport)
Requirements change; your architect confirms the current list with the authority.
What a contractor quote should include
- Brand list — Cement, TMT steel, tiles, wires, pipes and fittings — by brand and grade.
- BOQ — Bill of quantities: each item with quantity, rate and amount.
- Stage payments — Pay per finished stage (foundation, slab, plaster…), never a large advance.
- Timeline — Start date, stage dates and what happens if work is late.
- Warranty — In writing — especially for waterproofing and structure.
Questions buyers ask
About verification, the contact fee, refunds and prices.
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What if the number is wrong?
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Do I need an architect for a small house?
To get an MDDA/HRDA map sanctioned you need drawings signed by a registered architect or empanelled engineer. A good plan also saves 5–10% on material.
Labour-only or with material — which is better?
Labour-only gives you control over material quality (buy it on Nirmaan) but needs your time on site. With-material is simpler; insist on a brand list in the quotation.
Are the prices shown final?
No. Rates and calculator results are typical ranges for Dehradun/Haridwar. Final prices depend on site, design and specification — always get a written quote.
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