The ₹1800/sq.ft. Trap That No One Warns You About
You think you’re saving ₹10 lakhs.
You’re actually walking into a ₹40 lakh mistake.
1. The Trap That Springs Too Late
That’s what they believed – until the build began. A quote of ₹1850/sq.ft. felt like a great deal. Until wires, switches, plumbing lines, tiles – all started getting marked as “extra.”
🔍 Surprise #1: “These wires? They’re not included.”
🔍 Surprise #2: “Only ₹40/sq.ft tiles are part of the quote.”
🔍 Surprise #3: “That switchboard? It’s extra.”
🔍 Surprise #4: “Hot water lines? Not part of plumbing.”
🔍 Surprise #5: “You’ll have to add ₹3–5 lakhs more, sir.”
Most families realize this *after* the structure is up. And by then, it’s no longer about negotiating… It’s about survival. 🧾💸
2: What ₹1850/sq.ft. Really Gets You
Most families assume that “everything” is included. But here’s what’s really inside that square feet quote.
| Item | What You Think You’re Getting | What’s Actually Included |
|---|---|---|
| Tiles | Premium Large Format (120×60, 160×80) | Basic 60×60, ₹40/sq.ft range |
| Wiring | Branded FRLS Copper Wiring | 0.5mm Basic Wire – No brand clarity |
| Switches & Sockets | Legrand / Crabtree with warranty | Local or duplicate grade switches |
| Plumbing | CPVC / SDR 11 for hot water | Normal PVC lines – not pressure rated |
| Sanitary Fittings | Jaquar / Kohler | Local or unbranded fittings |
| Doors | Solid Teak or High-Density Frames | Hollow MDF or flush doors |
| Handrails | Stainless Steel / Glass Designer | Bare MS Pipe (no finish) |
This is how a ₹45 lakh dream becomes an ₹85 lakh regret – slowly, item by item, brand by brand, quote by quote.
3: The Costs You Never See on a Bill
A low quote doesn’t just cut corners on materials. It slices straight through your quality of life – in ways no BOQ will ever show.
🔸 Bad Space Planning: Dead corners, awkward layouts, wasted circulation
🔸 Poor Natural Light: Dark interiors, gloomy halls, energy-sucking design
🔸 No Cross Ventilation: Hot, stagnant air – especially in Kerala’s humid climate 🔸 Cramped Bathrooms: Can’t fit a decent shower or vanity
🔸 Misaligned Proportions: Living rooms that feel like corridors
These are **not material issues**. These are *design crimes* – and they haunt families for years.
You won’t see these on a contractor’s quote. But you’ll feel them – every single day, for the rest of your life in that home.
Every contractor has a quote.
Every quote hides a trap.
The only way to stay safe?
Get everything on paper – item by item.
5: The Rzian Homez Difference – From Day One
At some point, every family says it:
“We just want someone we can trust – who won’t change the story halfway.”
That’s exactly why we built Rzian Homez.
✅ Phase-wise clarity – Structure, Plumbing, Electricals in Part 1, Interiors, Lighting, Painting in Part 2
✅ 100% BOQ transparency – every item listed, branded, verified
✅ Architect-led planning – not site-level guesswork
✅ Fixed, Branded materials – CPVC plumbing, FRLS wiring, Legrand/Crabtree switches, Jaquar/Kohler fittings
✅ No hidden costs – because what’s not in the BOQ… is not in the contract
We don’t quote ₹1850/sq.ft. and build you a ₹75L regret.
We quote what it takes – and deliver what we promised.
A contractor’s quote starts low and climbs high. A Rzian quote starts right – and finishes right.
Because this is not just about building homes. It’s about building trust – brick by brick, bill by bill.
6: Decode Your Quote Before You Regret It
Every contractor has a quote. Some are vague by design. Others are vague by habit.
But here’s the truth: if you don’t know exactly what’s included – you’re already over budget.
“What’s not in the BOQ… is not in the contract. It’s that simple.”
At Rzian Homez, we offer something most firms won’t – a transparent, item-by-item BOQ before the build begins.
No guesswork. No surprises. Just clarity.
7: Why Rzian Homez Feels Different
Most home projects feel chaotic – not because of the workers… but because of the system (or the lack of one).
At Rzian Homez, we’ve removed the guesswork from home building:
- ✔️ Transparent, itemized BOQ – with nothing hidden.
- ✔️ Premium materials by default – not just during upsells.
- ✔️ Architect-designed spaces – every square foot made useful.
- ✔️ Branded wires, tiles, CPVC plumbing, Legrand switches, Kohler fittings.
- ✔️ Fixed-price contract with ±5% final variation max.
- ✔️ Dedicated WhatsApp group + progress updates every 2 weeks.
- ✔️ Peace of mind. No surprises. No blame games. Just clarity and delivery.
The contractor house started at ₹45 lakhs and ended at ₹85 lakhs.
The Rzian house started at ₹75 lakhs… and stayed there.
Before You Build
A low quote can cost you 40 lakhs. A BOQ can save you from all of it.
Got a quote from a contractor? Let us decode it – line by line. We’ll show you exactly what’s included, what’s missing, and what will blow up your budget later.
This isn’t a sales pitch. It’s the filter that could save your dream from becoming your biggest regret.
No pressure. Just truth.
Don’t let a low quote become your most expensive mistake.
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