Overview
This well-established text continues to provide construction, architecture, and engineering students with the solid foundation in theory they need before advancing to computerized estimating. Extensive examples and exercises are included to demonstrate estimate methodology and organization. The easy-to-read text uses the popular approach of tracing the progress of one project throughout the book.
Some of the key features include:
- Internet resources provided at the end of each chapter.
- CD containing WinEst as well as Excel spreadsheets from the text.
- A number of commercial and residential foldout drawings to be used in conjunction with the exercises found at the end of each chapter.
Synopsis
Everything needed to understand Estimating is provided in this proven handbook, which combines coverage of principles with step-by-step procedures. The authors use the popular approach of tracing a complete project's progress throughout the book.
Incorporates the use of computers as a key estimating tool. Includes a WinEstimator CD with each copy of the book; readers will develop good computer-based estimating skills through the use of this powerful software, which also includes practice spreadsheets. Keeps readers up to date on the latest methods and materials. Includes a revised and updated illustration program. Provides complete, book-long case studies for follow-through of both commercial and residential buildings. Examines the interrelationship between contract documents and the quantity take-off of material.
The ideal reference for construction managers, architects, and engineers.
Booknews
New edition of a text explaining how to build construction estimates and bids. Chapter topics include specifications, computer-assisted estimating, labor, equipment, excavation, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, electrical, plumbing, and heating and air-conditioning. Review questions are at the end of each chapter. Large commercial and residential drawings inserted as foldouts at the back of the book are the basis for examples throughout the text. The included CD-ROM contains Timberline's Precision Estimating-basic edition trial software. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.