The DEWALT Electrical Estimating Professional Reference Second Edition is a practical guide for electricians to successfully estimate and bid jobs anywhere. Based on real-life experience from the angle of a professional electrical estimator, this detailed book covers every step of the process from pre-bid to the contract being awarded, and everything in between. This reference guide is the perfect tool for professional building and technical trade contractors, service technicians, maintenance personnel, plant managers, engineers, designers, and architects. Some of the topics that are covered include: estimating forms, bid worksheets, quantity take-off checklists, proposal inclusions and exclusions, marketing techniques, job negotiations, suggested man-hours, estimating data tables and much more.

Features:

• Content has been completely updated to industry standards
• Over 350 pages of professional reference material
• Quick and easy access to hundreds of charts, illustrations, formulas, laws, conversions, tables, and symbols
• Special cover material is flexible, tear-resistant, and water-and-oil resistant for ease of use in the shop or on-the-job
• Exclusive super-strong binding allows the books to lay flat when opened while keeping the pages securely intact
• Large and easy-to-read text makes finding information a breeze
• Conveniently fits into a pocket or toolbox for the ideal carry-along