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Fixed-price contracts. No hidden costs. Daily WhatsApp updates. We build custom homes, apartments and housing estates across Greater Accra — and we put everything in writing before we break ground.

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Residential construction in Accra Ghana — Cornerstone Build Ghana

Residential Construction Across Greater Accra

Whether you're building your first home in Tema, a family house in East Legon, or an apartment block in Adenta — Cornerstone Build Ghana handles everything from ground-breaking to handover.

We work with individuals, diaspora Ghanaians building from abroad, and private developers who need a reliable contractor they can trust with their investment.

  • Custom single-family homes (2–6 bedroom)
  • Apartment blocks and multi-unit housing
  • Housing estate development
  • Self-build projects with full project management
  • Turnkey delivery — we handle permits, materials, labour
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Why Clients Choose Us

  • Fixed price agreed before work starts — no surprise bills
  • Daily site photos sent to you on WhatsApp
  • 6-month written workmanship warranty on all work
  • Itemised PDF quote within 48–72 hours of site visit
  • Signed contract on every job — no verbal agreements
  • Licensed and classified under Ghana's contractor scheme
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What's Included

Our Residential Construction Services

We handle the full build — or specific phases. Tell us what you need.

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foundation & Structure

Strip, pad and raft foundations. Block and concrete frame construction to Ghana Standards Authority specifications.

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MEP Installation

Full mechanical, electrical and plumbing installation. ECG-compliant wiring, Ghana Water connections, HVAC-ready.

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Doors, Windows & Roofing

Supply and installation of aluminium windows, wooden doors, and roofing systems including aluminium, clay tile and concrete.

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Finishing & Interior Works

Floor tiling, wall plastering, painting, ceiling works and fitted kitchens and bathrooms to your specification.

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External Works

Compound walls, gating, driveway paving, drainage and basic landscaping — complete site handover.

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Project Management

A dedicated site supervisor on your project. Weekly reports. Daily WhatsApp updates. No surprises.

Common Questions

Residential Construction FAQs

How much does it cost to build a house in Accra?

Costs vary by size, design and finish level. As a general guide, basic construction in Accra typically starts from GHS 2,500–3,500 per m² (basic) for standard finish, rising to GHS 5,000–8,000+ per m² (premium) for high-end finishes. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a free site visit — so you know exactly what you're getting for your money.

Can you build my house if I'm living abroad?

Absolutely — and this is something we specialise in. We send daily site photos via WhatsApp and weekly written progress reports. Many of our clients are in the UK, USA, Canada and Europe. You can see your house going up from anywhere in the world.

How long does it take to build a house in Ghana?

A typical 4-bedroom house in Accra takes 9–14 months from ground-breaking to handover, depending on design complexity and client decision timelines. We provide a project schedule in your contract so you know the expected timeline before we start.

Do you provide a contract and warranty?

Yes — always. Every project gets a signed fixed-price contract before work starts, and a written 6-month workmanship warranty on handover. This is standard practice for us, not optional.

Do you help with building permits in Ghana?

Yes — permit handling is included in our full-service package. We coordinate with licensed architects for your drawings, prepare the full document package, and liaise with your district assembly on your behalf. See our full building permit guide for the detailed process.

The Residential Build Process

How we build your home — stage by stage

Every Cornerstone residential project follows the same structured process. Here's what happens from your first call to handover.

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Free site visit and soil assessment

We visit your plot within 48 hours of enquiry — at no charge. We assess soil conditions, access, plot size, and any constraints that will affect your build cost and timeline. This visit is what makes our quote accurate, not estimated.

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Itemised PDF quote

Within 5 working days of the site visit, we deliver a full itemised quote — every material quantity, every labour cost, and every supervision fee listed separately. You can verify every line against current market prices. No lump sums, no vague estimates.

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Fixed-price contract

We sign a contract before any deposit changes hands. The price in the contract is the price you pay. It doesn't change unless you change the scope — in writing, with a signed change order. No "material costs went up" surprises mid-build.

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Foundation through structure

Foundation and structural work is completed before we move to the next phase. Materials are ordered in advance — your crew doesn't wait idle while supplies are sourced. Foundation, column casting, slab and superstructure are handled in sequence, with concrete cure times respected.

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Roofing and weathertightness

Roofing is completed before finishing trades begin. Getting the building weather-tight protects your structure and enables the finishing trades to work without weather interruption. We use roofing materials that match the specification in your contract — no substitutions without your written approval.

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Electrical, plumbing, and finishes

Electrical rough-in and plumbing pipework happen before plastering — the right sequence. After plastering, tiling, painting, door and window installation, and fitting of fixtures proceed in a coordinated schedule. You receive daily WhatsApp photos of site progress throughout this phase.

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Handover and warranty

We do a joint walkthrough before handover. Any snag items are addressed before keys change hands. Your 6-month workmanship warranty starts from handover date — any workmanship defect reported within 6 months is rectified at our cost.

2026 Residential Build Costs

What does a new home cost to build in Accra?

These are Q2 2026 indicative ranges for standard-finish residential construction in Greater Accra. For your exact number, we need to visit your site.

Home TypeFloor AreaBasic FinishStandard FinishPremium Finish
1-Bedroom Bungalow45–60 m²GHS 144,000–270,000GHS 189,000–330,000GHS 248,000–450,000+
2-Bedroom Bungalow70–95 m²GHS 224,000–428,000GHS 294,000–523,000GHS 385,000–713,000+
3-Bedroom House110–150 m²GHS 352,000–675,000GHS 462,000–825,000GHS 605,000–1,125,000+
4-Bedroom House160–220 m²GHS 512,000–990,000GHS 672,000–1,210,000GHS 880,000–1,650,000+
5-Bedroom (2-Storey)250–340 m²GHS 800,000–1,530,000GHS 1,050,000–1,870,000GHS 1,375,000–2,550,000+

* Q2 2026. Per-m² rates: Basic GHS 3,200–4,500 | Standard GHS 4,200–5,500 | Premium GHS 5,500–7,500+. Excludes land, perimeter fence, gate, generator/solar, and borehole. Full cost breakdown →

Why Cornerstone

What separates us from the typical Accra contractor

What most Accra contractors do

  • Single lump-sum quote with no breakdown
  • Verbal agreements, price changes mid-build
  • Crew split across 4–6 sites simultaneously
  • Materials ordered reactively — crew waits idle
  • No warranty, no recourse if defects appear

What Cornerstone does

  • Full itemised quote — every material and labour cost
  • Fixed-price signed contract before deposit
  • Dedicated crew on your project until completion
  • Materials pre-ordered before each phase starts
  • Daily WhatsApp site photos — essential for diaspora clients
  • 6-month workmanship warranty on every project
  • Licensed and classified contractor
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Useful guides before you start

Make sure you have the right information before committing to any construction project in Ghana. These are our most-read guides:

How Cornerstone prices and manages every project

Free site visit within 48 hours

We visit your plot at no charge and no obligation. During the site visit we assess soil conditions (critical for foundation type and cost), confirm plot dimensions, evaluate access for materials delivery, and identify any site-specific constraints that will affect the build. This visit is what makes our quote accurate rather than estimated — and it costs you nothing.

Itemised PDF quote within 5 working days

Your quote lists every material item (quantity and unit cost), every labour operation, supervision, professional fees, permit fees, and contingency — separately. You can compare every line against current market prices. We do not use lump-sum estimates. Transparency is how we earn trust and verify value simultaneously.

Fixed-price contract before any deposit

Once you are ready to proceed, we sign a fixed-price construction contract before any money changes hands. The contract specifies: the complete scope of work; the fixed contract sum; the payment schedule (tied to milestones, not dates); the completion timeline; and a 6-month workmanship warranty. The price in the contract is the price you pay — it cannot be changed without a signed change order agreed by both parties.

Dedicated crew, daily updates

Your crew is assigned exclusively to your project — not shared across four or five other sites. Each day, your dedicated project manager sends WhatsApp site photographs from the build. This is particularly important for diaspora clients who cannot visit the site regularly — you see exactly what is being built, at what stage, in real time. If any issue arises on site, you hear from us before it becomes a problem.

Milestone-based payment schedule

Payments are released against verified construction milestones, not against calendar dates. Our standard residential schedule: 30% on contract signing and site mobilisation; 40% on completion of structural works (foundation, walling, slab, and roofing); 30% on practical completion and handover. You do not pay for the next phase until the previous phase is confirmed complete — protecting your money throughout the project.

6-month workmanship warranty

Every Cornerstone project carries a 6-month written workmanship warranty from handover date. Any defect in our workmanship — cracked plaster, roof leak at a junction we installed, failing tile adhesion, faulty fitting — is corrected at our cost within the warranty period. We provide this warranty in writing because we are confident in our work. We can also provide references from clients who have tested the warranty and confirm it was honoured without dispute.

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Why choose Cornerstone Build Ghana

Cornerstone Build Ghana is a licensed construction company serving Greater Accra and beyond — residential, commercial, renovation, and civil works. We are classified under Ghana's contractor registration scheme and can provide our certificate on request.

Our fixed-price approach means the number in your contract is the number you pay. We do not request additional funds mid-build without a signed change order. Our dedicated crew works exclusively on your project until completion, supported by daily WhatsApp site photographs and a 6-month workmanship warranty from handover.

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