Who is the Brick & Mortar Calculator for?

It is built for masonry contractors who need fast, accurate results for order masonry materials accurately.

How do I use the Brick & Mortar Calculator?

Enter wall dimensions Set joint size Review brick and mortar totals

Does this include waste?

Use a waste factor to cover breakage.

Can I estimate for different brick sizes?

Adjust inputs for your brick size and coverage.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. This tool is free and designed for quick, practical results.

Does this work for projects nationwide?

Yes. It uses standard construction inputs used across the US.

Brick & Mortar Calculator

Account for mortar joints and waste.

Wall Dimensions

Length (ft)

Height (ft)

Brick Size

Joint (inch)

Waste %

Material Estimate

Total Bricks

Includes 5% waste

Mortar Bags (80lb)

Type N or S

Coverage Details

Total Wall Area0.0 sq ft

Bricks per Sq FtNaN

Note: Estimate assumes a single wythe (layer) of brick veneer. For structural double-wythe walls, double the quantities.

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Brick & Mortar Calculator for masonry contractors

Brick & Mortar Calculator helps masonry contractors order masonry materials accurately. Enter wall area and joint size and get brick and mortar quantities you can use immediately in your bid or project file.

Used by contractors across California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois, with active users in Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Phoenix, Atlanta, Seattle, and Denver.

Quick answer: what does this tool do?

Estimate brick and mortar quantities with joint spacing included.

How should I apply the results?

Use totals for ordering and bid pricing.

Is this suitable for public bids?

Yes. The inputs align with typical DOT, municipal, and federal bid requirements.

What keywords does this tool target?

brick calculator, mortar calculator, masonry estimator

The Brick & Mortar Calculator gives fast, reliable results for masonry contractors to order masonry materials accurately. Enter wall area and joint sizeand get brick and mortar quantities in minutes.

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