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Estimating for Residential Construction offers a concise introduction to residential estimating processes and the steps involved in accurately preparing a cost estimate. Author David Pratt uses clear, straightforward language to describe the basic arithmetic of residential construction work, along with logical explanations of how to prepare takeoffs. Readers will learn how to price excavation and site work, concrete, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, heating, and electrical work, as well as the general expenses and sub-trade work. Specifics on how to prepare a bill of materials from a takeoff, how to summarize and prepare a bid for a custom home, assessing markup on an estimate, and how to review a bid before it is submitted to the client, are also covered as well as information on preparing estimates for remodeling jobs.
Features:
Dedicated coverage focuses entirely on the estimating process for success
as an accurate and efficient residential construction estimator
Employs a modern approach to estimating that includes the use of computers
so that readers can keep pace with industry standards
Coverage explains how to prepare bid forms and deal with alternate prices,
allowances, and bid security, with detailed examples that show how
estimating work is compiled
Each chapter includes a list of related websites to encourage students to
expand their knowledge of the subject matter, as well as a set of review
questions an practice problems to allow them to apply what they have learned
All discussions include numerous illustrations and examples for added
clarification including a sample set of house plans that are used as an
example through out the book to illustrate important estimating concepts
Features a list of conversions and equations used in estimating in the
appendices which serves as a helpful resource for students
An online companion is available to supplement the book, including Power
Points and chapter quizzes to help evaluate student comprehension of the
material
Estimating for Residential Construction - Table of Contents:
Estimating for Residential Construction
