How much do concrete blocks cost in Guatemala? On 23 October 2026, 14 x 19 x 39 cm concrete blocks were listed at Q4.35 or Q4.55 each at EPA (25 or 35 kg/cm² strength), and Q4.62 at Cemaco (class C, 66 kg/cm²). Cemaco also listed blocks rated at 100 and 133 kg/cm² and a block with a thickness of 19 cm, priced from Q5.35 to Q6.39. These are each retailer’s material prices on that date; labour is separate.
Quick summary: 14 x 19 x 39 cm blocks: Q4.35-Q4.62 each (23 October 2026, EPA and Cemaco). Other Cemaco blocks: Q5.35-Q6.39. At EPA: block solera Q4.65-Q5.00, half block Q2.80, and 9 cm partition block Q3.55. Cemaco gives 12.5 blocks per m² for its 14 x 19 x 39 class C block. For laying costs, see mason costs.
14 x 19 x 39 cm blocks: unit prices and buying by the hundred
Unit prices as listed by each online retailer on 23 October 2026. Ask for a separate bulk quote, including freight and any volume discount.
| Block | Dimensions | Strength | Store | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half block | 14 x 19 x 19 cm | 35 kg/cm² | EPA | Q2.80 |
| Block tabique (partition block) | 9 x 19 x 39 cm | 35 kg/cm² | EPA | Q3.55 |
| Block | 14 x 19 x 39 cm | 25 kg/cm² | EPA | Q4.35 |
| Block | 14 x 19 x 39 cm | 35 kg/cm² | EPA | Q4.55 |
| Class C concrete block | 14 x 19 x 39 cm | 66 kg/cm² | Cemaco | Q4.62 |
| Block solera | 14 x 19 x 39 cm | 25 kg/cm² | EPA | Q4.65 |
| Block solera | 14 x 19 x 39 cm | 35 kg/cm² | EPA | Q5.00 |
EPA’s listings identify the blocks in this table as Procreto, except for the 25 kg/cm² block solera, whose listing omits the brand. Cemaco’s class C listing does not name a brand.
Cemaco’s other concrete blocks
Cemaco also listed the following blocks on 23 October 2026. Their specifications do not give all dimensions in centimetres, so they are shown separately from the 14 x 19 x 39 cm blocks.
| Block (Cemaco’s product name) | Dimension stated in the listing | Strength | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloque De Concreto 14 Plg 133 Kgs/Cm2 | 14 plg | 133 kg/cm² | Q5.35 |
| Block de Concreto Clase B con Resistencia de 100 Kg/Cm² | Ask the retailer | 100 kg/cm² | Q6.15 |
| G-Super Block 19 Clase C con Resistencia de 66 Kg/Cm² | 19 cm thick | 66 kg/cm² | Q6.39 |
Cemaco describes the class B product as G Super 14 B. The G-Super Block 19 specification names Precsa as the brand and describes a two-cell structure. The 133 kg/cm² product’s listing uses 14 plg; confirm its dimensions with the retailer before comparing it with a centimetre-sized block.
Dimensions: full, half, solera and partition blocks
- Full 14 x 19 x 39 cm block: EPA and Cemaco’s class C listing use these dimensions. Ask for the piece’s dimensions and strength when comparing a supplier’s quote.
- Half block (14 x 19 x 19 cm), EPA: listed at Q2.80. EPA marked this item out of stock when checked.
- Block solera (14 x 19 x 39 cm), EPA: listed separately from the full block, at Q4.65 (25 kg/cm²) and Q5.00 (35 kg/cm²). EPA describes the 25 kg/cm² version as a product for foundations.
- Block tabique (9 x 19 x 39 cm), EPA: the thinner, 9 cm partition block, at Q3.55.
Strength: from 25 to 133 kg/cm²
Both stores label their blocks by strength in kilograms per square centimetre:
- EPA lists its 14 x 19 x 39 cm block in 25 and 35 kg/cm² versions.
- Cemaco lists its 14 x 19 x 39 cm block as class C (66 kg/cm²), alongside 100 and 133 kg/cm² blocks and a 19 cm class C block. Its 14 x 19 x 39 class C listing states: «Este block esta manufacturado para resistir cargas estructurales livianas.» [This block is manufactured to withstand light structural loads.] Cemaco describes the class B block as suitable for load-bearing walls and partitions, and the 133 kg/cm² block for load-bearing walls and divisions.
The cheapest block is a different product from the strongest one. Consult a civil engineer about the strength your wall requires.
How many blocks are needed per square metre?
Cemaco’s listing for its 14 x 19 x 39 cm class C block gives coverage of 12.5 units per m².
| Block | Coverage stated by Cemaco | Listed unit price |
|---|---|---|
| Class C, 14 x 19 x 39 cm | 12.5 units per m² | Q4.62 |
Budget separately for mortar, block solera, reinforcing steel, waste and labour. For the other wall materials, see cement prices and reinforcing steel prices.
Who lays the blocks, and what do they charge?
This page covers material prices. For block-wall laying per m², day rates and structural shell work, see mason costs. For a whole-house budget per m², use the construction cost calculator.
Before buying
- Ask for dimensions in centimetres and strength in kg/cm² or the block’s class, rather than width alone.
- Ask about freight and unloading: these are unit material prices. Cemaco’s information includes both «Retirar en Tienda: No» [No store pickup] and «Únicamente en tiendas» [Only in stores]. Confirm delivery or collection directly before ordering.
- Ask for a volume price when buying by the hundred; the listed unit prices are not bulk quotes.
- Count special pieces separately: solera, half and partition blocks have their own prices.
Sources
- EPA: block search, 23 October 2026
- EPA: 25 kg/cm² block, 23 October 2026
- EPA: 35 kg/cm² block, 23 October 2026
- EPA: 25 kg/cm² solera, 23 October 2026
- EPA: 35 kg/cm² solera, 23 October 2026
- EPA: half block, 23 October 2026
- EPA: partition block, 23 October 2026
- Cemaco: class C block, 23 October 2026
- Cemaco: class B block, 23 October 2026
- Cemaco: 133 kg/cm² block, 23 October 2026
- Cemaco: G-Super Block 19, 23 October 2026
- Cemaco: catalogue API, 23 October 2026
Related
- Cement prices · Reinforcing steel prices
- Mason costs per m²
- Construction cost calculator
- Construction costs in Guatemala
- Market prices in Guatemala (Spanish)
Prices as listed by each retailer on 23 October 2026. Confirm prices and availability before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a concrete block cost in Guatemala?
On 23 October 2026, EPA listed 14 x 19 x 39 cm concrete blocks at Q4.35 each (25 kg/cm² strength) and Q4.55 (35 kg/cm²), while Cemaco listed its class C block at Q4.62 (66 kg/cm²). Cemaco also listed other blocks at Q5.35, Q6.15 and Q6.39. These are each retailer’s prices on that date.
How much does a hundred concrete blocks cost?
The listings give unit prices. Ask the supplier for a quote for a hundred blocks, including any volume discount, freight and unloading.
Is a 15x20x40 block the same as a 14x19x39 block?
EPA’s blocks and Cemaco’s class C listing give dimensions of 14 x 19 x 39 cm. If a supplier quotes a 15 x 20 x 40 block, ask for the individual piece’s dimensions in centimetres and its strength before comparing.
How many blocks are needed per square metre?
Cemaco’s listing for its 14 x 19 x 39 cm class C block gives coverage of 12.5 units per m². Its listed unit price on 23 October 2026 was Q4.62. Budget separately for mortar and labour.
How much does a mason charge to lay concrete blocks?
This page covers material prices only. For labour per square metre of block wall, see the mason costs page.
