How to Estimate with RSMeans Data


Book Description

Using North America's most recognized construction cost data from RSMeans, this step-by-step guide develops problem-solving skills through over 300 sample problems and exercises. All of the major construction items, including site work, concrete and masonry, wood and metal framing, doors and windows, and more are covered. Access to a password-protected web site is included, which contains the instruction version of RSMeans Cos/Works, the electronic version of RS Means Building Construction Cost Data, and sample building plans and spreadsheets, enabling you to practice creating a complete construction estimate.




Facilities Maintenance & Repair Costs with Rsmeans Data: 60302


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The first-ever publication to address the cost of all aspects of maintaining your facility: maintenance and repair, preventive maintenance, general maintenance and complete details about the cost and repair frequencies of thousands of work items. This book provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of buildings and grounds, from preventive maintenance schedules on large boilers, to replacing fire hydrants, to resurfacing parking lots and more.




Square Foot and UNIFORMAT Assemblies Estimating


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Now completely updated and revised to the UNIFORMAT II classification of estimating, this book is an essential reference for anyone who creates conceptual, construction, or appraisal estimates. You will learn: Time-saving techniques for producing reliable conceptual estimates Step-by-step demonstration of building elements selection and its cost impact on the total budget How to use the RSMeans database for reliable feasibility studies and early project planning Also included is an overview of the CostWorks CD-ROM Square Foot and Assemblies Estimating software.







Square Foot Costs with Rsmeans Data


Book Description

This easy-to-use guide gives you the building components required to develop accurate assemblies-level cost estimates, evaluate trade-off costs and verify unit price estimates. Be prepared to estimate any job with this indispensable cost reference. An accurate estimate of costs to build your particular project depends on location, project scope, specific components used and current market conditions.




Residential Costs with Rsmeans Data


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Data aimed at estimating the cost of new single family residential construction. Designed for home owners, contractors, estimators, architects and engineers. Featuring unit, assemblies and square foot prices.




Electrical Change Order Costs with Rsmeans Data


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This well-organized reference contains over 20,000 unit cost entries for estimating change orders. With comprehensive, updated pricing, this is a great tool for both pre- and post-installation change orders, and includes cost-saving ideas and estimating recommendations.




Assemblies Costs with Rsmeans Data


Book Description

The cost data in this set has been organized in "assemblies" format. As such, it is most useful for developing budgetary estimates at the design development stage of a design project. Designers can easily compare the costs of using various construction systems, making informed decisions before committing to a specific construction or system type. The wage rate is union and the assumption is that the installing contractor have billings of $4,000,000 or more. It is aimed primarily at estimating commercial and industrial projects or large multi-family housing projects costing $3,500,000 and up. Although created for new, commercial construction, the assemblies data set can be adapted for a preliminary renovation estimate.




RSMeans Assemblies Cost Data 2004


Book Description

Assemblies Cost Data is used by construction professionals for quick and accurate estimating of square foot costs and verification of unit price estimates. It provides thousands of building assembly and component costs. With accompanying drawings, explanations, and component breakdowns that can quickly estimate a building's square foot cost and compare price alternatives. It contains separate reference aids with code requirements to assist in budgeting any job or in checking a unit price estimate or subcontractor proposal.