Repair and Remodeling Estimating Methods

Repair & Remodeling Estimating Methods

fourth edition

Edward B. Wetherill, R.S. Means Engineering Staff, and Merl Vandervort, CR, CGR, CMB

Priceless Guidance for All of Your Remodeling Estimates

The authors share their professional solutions to the unique challenges of estimating renovations in existing structures using the latest cost resources and construction methods. This new fourth edition includes updated cost and estimating examples in keeping with changes to the MasterFormat and UNIFORMAT II, the most recognized industry standards for project organization and costs.

This book helps you determine the true costs of remodeling, beginning with:

Part I The Estimating Process

Guidelines for conducting the site visit and evaluating architectural details

Estimate types and applications

Taking off quantities accurately

Pricing the estimate

Calculating direct and indirect costs

Summarizing the estimate

Pre–bid scheduling

Part II Estimating by CSI Division

A chapter on each division, pointing out what to look for and unexpected cost items.

Part III Estimating Examples

Two complete sample estimates one Unit Price, and one Assemblies estimate show you how to assemble and record the information you have gathered.

Part IV Disaster Restoration Contracting

The special job planning and cost estimating requirements of reconstruction work following fire, flood, hurricane, or other disasters. Written by one of the nation′s leading disaster reconstruction contractors.

For over 60 years, R.S. Means Company, Inc. has been the leading publisher of construction cost data and reference books. The company services over 250,000 construction professionals throughout the U.S. and Canada. Clients include a mix of contractors, architects, engineers, facility managers, developers, appraisers, educatorsand municipal government agencies. With 27 annual print and electronic cost data products and over 60 reference books, Means also provides customized electronic databases, consulting services and seminars.

Foreword.

PART I: ESTIMATING PROCESS.

Chapter 1: Types of Estimates.

Unit Price Estimates.

Assemblies, or Systems, Estimates.

Square Foot and Cubic Foot Estimates.

Order of Magnitude Estimates.

Chapter 2: The Site Visit and Evaluation.

Substructure.

Shell.

Interiors.

Services.

Special Construction & Demolition.

Building Sitework.

General Conditions.

Summary.

Chapter 3: The Quantity Takeoff.

Using Preprinted Forms.

Summary of Takeoff Guidelines.

Chapter 4: Pricing the Estimate.

Sources of Cost Information.

Obtaining and Recording Information.

Types of Costs.

Chapter 5: Direct Costs.

Material.

Labor.

Equipment.

Subcontractors.

Project Overhead.

Bonds.

Sales Tax.

Chapter 6: Indirect Costs.

Taxes and Insurance.

Office or Operating Overhead.

Profit.

Contingencies.

Chapter 7: The Estimate Summary.

Organizing the Estimate Data.

Final Adjustments.

Chapter 8: Pre–Bid Scheduling.

CPM Scheduling.

Summary.

PART II: ESTIMATING BY CSI DIVISION.

Chapter 9: General Requirements.

Personnel.

Temporary Services.

Temporary Construction.

Job Cleanup.

Bonds.

Miscellaneous General Requirements.

Other Considerations.

Chapter 10: SiteWork/Demolition.

SiteWork.

Demolition.

Determining the Appropriate Equipment.

Chapter 11: Concrete.

Floor Slabs.

Other Concrete Items.

Chapter 12: Masonry.

Brick.

Concrete Block.

Joint Reinforcing.

Structural Facing Tile.

Building Stone.

Stone Floors.

Glass Block.

Tips for Estimating Masonry.

Chapter 13: Metals.

Structural Steel.

Steel Joists and Deck.

Miscellaneous and Ornamental Metals.

Chapter 14: Wood and Plastics.

Rough Carpentry.

Laminated Construction.

Finish Carpentry and Millwork.

Chapter 15: Thermal and Moisture Protection.

Waterproofing.

Insulation.

Shingles.

Other Roofing Materials and Siding.

Single–ply Roofs.

Sheet Metal.

Roof Accessories.

Chapter 16: Doors,Windows, and Glass.

Wood Doors.

Metal Doors and Frames.

Special Doors.

Glass and Glazing.

CurtainWalls.

Finish Hardware.

Chapter 17: Finishes.

Lath and Plaster.

Drywall.

Tile.

Ceilings.

Carpeting.

Composition Flooring.

Resilient Floors.

Terrazzo.

Wood Floors.

Painting and Finishing.

Wall Coverings.

Chapter 18: Specialties.

Partitions.

Toilet Partitions, Dressing Compartments, and Screens.

Chapter 19: Architectural Equipment.

Chapter 20: Furnishings.

Furniture.

Furnishings Items.

Packing, Crating, Insurance, Shipping, and Delivery.

Chapter 21: Special Construction.

Chapter 22: Conveying Systems.

Chapter 23: Mechanical.

Plumbing.

Fire Protection.

Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning.

Chapter 24: Electrical.

Distribution Systems.

Lighting and Power.

Chapter 25: Using Means Repair & Remodeling Cost Data.

Format and Data.

Unit Price Section.

Assemblies Section.

Reference Section.

City Cost Indexes.

PART III: ESTIMATING EXAMPLES.

Chapter 26: Unit Price Estimating Example.

Chapter 27: Assemblies Estimating Example.

PART IV: DISASTER RESTORATION CONTRACTING.

Chapter 28: Disaster Restoration Contracting.

Origins of Restoration Contracting.

The Insurance Claims Process.

The Professional Disaster Restoration Contractor.

Business Operations.

The Psychology of Loss.

Emergency Services.

Fundamentals of Estimating for Insurance Repair.

Fire and Smoke Damage Considerations.

Water Damage and Moisture Control.

Cleaning Methodologies.

Catastrophe ResponseWork.

Specific Disasters.

Conclusion.

Appendix.

Index.