Description

Construction Estimating provides a comprehensive overview of the estimating practices used in the construction industry and covers the common methods used to develop estimates. This edition serves
as a guide to sources of information on prints and specifi cations. Learners have opportunities to prepare estimates using a variety of spreadsheets, including takeoff activities based on prints for a proposed township administration building.

Information on building information modeling (BIM), alternate power systems, light detection and ranging (LIDAR) systems, insulated concrete forms (ICF), and LEED® green building practices have been added to this edition. CSI MasterFormat® divisions are referenced throughout the book.

CONTENTS

• Estimating Practices
• Estimating Methods
• Specifi cations and Drawings
• Contracting Requirements and General Requirements
• Earthwork
• Concrete
• Masonry
• Metals
• Woods, Plastics, and Composites
• Thermal and Moisture Protection
• Openings
• Finishes
• Mechanical Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Specialty Items and Final Bid Preparation