How to Level Construction in OSRS: A Complete Guide to 99

Leveling Construction in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) can feel like a daunting task. Known for being one of the most expensive and click-intensive skills, it’s a journey that requires planning, resources, and patience. However, the rewards—such as a fully decked-out Player-Owned House (POH) with teleports, rejuvenation pools, and altars—make it worth the grind. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to level Construction in OSRS from 1 to 99 efficiently, covering methods, costs, and tips to optimize your training. Whether you’re a beginner or aiming for that coveted skill cape, this blog post has everything you need to master Construction.

Before diving into the “how,” let’s explore the “why.” Construction isn’t just about building a fancy house—it’s a gateway to convenience and efficiency in OSRS. Here’s why it’s worth your time:

Unlocking a Maxed POH

A high Construction level lets you build a Player-Owned House with game-changing features like the Ornate Rejuvenation Pool (level 90), Portal Nexus (level 72), and Occult Altar (level 90). These save time and resources, making your gameplay smoother.

Boosting Other Skills

Features like the Gilded Altar (level 75) allow you to train Prayer faster, while the Armour Stand (level 55) cuts repair costs for Barrows gear. Construction ties into multiple skills, enhancing your overall progress.

Bragging Rights

Reaching 99 Construction is a flex. It’s a skill that demands dedication and wealth, and wearing the Construction Cape (with its unlimited POH teleports) shows off your commitment.

Getting Started with Construction

To begin training Construction, you need a house and some basic tools. Here’s how to kick things off:

Buying Your First House

Head to an Estate Agent in Varrock, Falador, Seers’ Village, East Ardougne, or Hosidius. For 1,000 coins, you’ll get a starter house in Rimmington. Alternatively, complete the Daddy’s Home miniquest for a free house and enough XP to hit level 8.

Essential Tools

You’ll need a hammer and a saw in your inventory at all times. These are cheap and available from general stores or the Grand Exchange. Later, you’ll rely on planks as your primary material, so stock up early.

Entering Building Mode

To start building, enter your POH via the portal, right-click it, and select “Building Mode.” Ghostly hotspots will appear, showing where you can construct items. Toggle this mode via the House Options menu if needed.

Low-Level Construction Training (1-33)

The early levels are about getting a feel for Construction while keeping costs low. Here’s the step-by-step plan:

Level 1-8: Crude Wooden Chairs

Start in your Parlour with Crude Wooden Chairs. Each requires 2 planks and 2 nails, granting 58 XP. Build and remove them repeatedly. You’ll need about 20 planks to reach level 8 if starting from scratch.

Level 8-19: Wooden Bookcases

Switch to Wooden Bookcases in the Parlour. These use 4 planks and 4 nails, offering 115 XP each. Build 10-12 to hit level 19. Nails can bend, so bring extras (steel nails are a good mid-tier choice).

Level 19-33: Oak Chairs

Move to Oak Chairs in the Parlour, requiring 2 oak planks for 120 XP each. You’ll need around 50 oak planks to reach level 33. At this point, nails are no longer needed for most items, simplifying the process.

Tip: Buy planks from the Grand Exchange or use the Sawmill Operator in Varrock to convert logs (though this is slower).

Mid-Level Construction Training (33-74)

Once you hit level 33, the grind intensifies, but so do the XP rates. Here’s how to power through the mid-levels:

Level 33-52: Oak Larders

Head to the Kitchen and build Oak Larders. Each uses 8 oak planks and grants 480 XP. You’ll need about 220 larders (1,760 planks) to reach level 52. This method costs around 900K-1M GP but offers decent XP per hour (up to 200K).

Level 52-74: Mounted Mythical Capes

At level 52, unlock the Achievement Gallery and build Mounted Mythical Capes. These require 3 teak planks and a Mythical Cape (from Dragon Slayer II), yielding 370 XP each. You’ll need roughly 1,500 teak planks to hit level 74. This is pricier but boosts XP rates to 400K+ per hour with a Demon Butler.

Hiring a Servant

At level 40, build two Bedrooms with beds and hire a Butler from the Servants’ Guild in East Ardougne. Upgrade to a Demon Butler at level 50. They’ll fetch planks from the bank, speeding up training significantly. Pay them every 8 trips or build a Servant’s Moneybag (level 58) to automate payments.

Servant	Level Required	Planks per Trip	Cost per Trip
Butler	40	20	5,000 GP
Demon Butler	50	20	10,000 GP

High-Level Construction Training (74-99)

The final stretch to 99 is where you can maximize XP or balance cost. Choose your method based on budget and goals:

Level 74-99: Oak Dungeon Doors

In the Dungeon, build Oak Dungeon Doors with 10 oak planks each for 600 XP. This is the most cost-effective method, costing around 13M GP total and offering 500K-600K XP per hour. You’ll need 2,166 doors (21,660 planks) to hit 99.

Level 77-99: Gnome Benches

For the fastest XP, build Gnome Benches in a Superior Garden. Each uses 6 mahogany planks, granting 720 XP. With two benches side-by-side and a Demon Butler, you can hit 1.1M XP per hour. It’s expensive—around 60M GP for 18,055 planks—but cuts training time to under 20 hours.

Alternative: Mahogany Homes

Mahogany Homes is a slower, cheaper alternative. Start at level 1 (or higher for better contracts) by talking to Amy in Falador. Repair furniture across Gielinor for 35K-175K XP per hour, depending on your level and contract tier. It’s less click-intensive and costs 5M-10M GP to 99, but takes 50-70 hours.

• Beginner Contracts (Level 1+): 35K XP/hour
• Novice Contracts (Level 20+): 70K XP/hour
• Adept Contracts (Level 50+): 120K XP/hour
• Expert Contracts (Level 70+): 175K XP/hour

Tips to Optimize Your Construction Grind

To make your journey to 99 smoother, here are some pro tips:

Minimize Costs

Use oak planks for budget training or Mahogany Homes for a slower but cheaper path. Cut logs yourself and process them at the Sawmill if you’re an Ironman or short on GP.

Boost Efficiency

Position your mouse carefully to align “Build” and “Remove” options without moving it. Use hotkeys (e.g., press “1” to remove items) and zoom in with resizable mode for faster clicks.

Leverage Boosts

At level 83, use a Crystal Saw (+3 boost) and Spicy Stew (+5 boost) to build high-level items like the Ornate Jewellery Box early. The Constructor’s Outfit (from Mahogany Homes) adds a 2.5% XP boost.

Plan Your POH Layout

Keep your Kitchen, Achievement Gallery, or Superior Garden near the portal to reduce walking time. A compact layout saves seconds per build, adding up over thousands of actions.

Total Cost and Time to 99:

Method	XP/Hour	Cost (GP)	Time to 99
Oak Dungeon Doors	500K-600K	13M	25-30 hours
Gnome Benches	1.1M	60M	16-20 hours
Mahogany Homes	35K-175K	5M-10M	50-70 hours

With 1,500 words, this guide covers the essentials of leveling Construction in OSRS. Whether you’re chasing max efficiency with Gnome Benches or saving GP with Oak Dungeon Doors, you now have the tools to hit 99. Grab your hammer, stock up on planks, and start building your dream POH today!