RS Means - Unit Price Estimating Methods, 4th Edition

The 4th Edition of RS Means - Unit Price Estimating Methods has been updated and provides extensive estimating instruction, with coverage of all aspects from plans and specifications through to a complete estimate summary. Learn everything you
need to know about creating a detailed, unit price construction estimate by following the step-by-step estimating process.

The book also includes electronic estimating forms you can access to download and customize from the book’s own website, and an appendix with labor hours for common construction operations.

Organized for quick reference, the book includes:

• Estimating guidance for every segment of construction – by CSI MasterFormat division – the most recognized industry standard for organizing construction projects and costs.
  
• Checklists and forms to streamline the estimating process.
  
• What to watch out for – common errors and omissions.
  
• How to calculate and apply direct and indirect costs, including overhead and profit.
  
• A complete, fully updated sample cost estimate.