Mechanical estimating methods : takeoff & pricing for HVAC & plumbing / senior editor, Melville Mossman ; illustrator, Carl W. Linde.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Mossman, Melville.

Linde, Carl W.

R.S. Means Company.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Buildings--Mechanical equipment--Estimates.

Buildings.

Buildings--Mechanical equipment--Installation--Estimates.

Buildings--Mechanical equipment--Installation.

Buildings--Mechanical equipment.

Physical Description:

x, 390 : illustrations ; 29 cm

Edition:

Updated, fourth edition.

Other Title:

RS Means mechanical estimating methods

Place of Publication:

Kingston, MA : Construction Publishers & Consultants, [2007]

Summary:

An easy-to-use tool for estimating heating, ventilating, and airconditioning systems, with up-to-date cost data and estimatingexamples. This all-in-one reference gives you the acceptedstandards and procedures for takeoff and pricingHVAC systems, as well as piping, plumbing, and fireprotection. Includes all of the major mechanical systems in newbuilding construction. The book will show you how to: Evaluate mechanical plans and specs so you can estimate allcost components Measure, quantify, and perform takeoffs for materials, labor,and equipment Identify and correctly apply direct and indirect costs,including overhead and profit Use forms to improve accuracy and efficiency - withelectronic forms now available on the book's own website Compare materials and methods and select the mostcost-effective way to get the job done Train new estimators with clear instructions for estimating themechanical trades Make the best use of RSMeans Mechanical Cost Data and RSMeans Plumbing Cost Data Organized for easy reference, the book gives you quick access towhatever aspect of mechanical estimating you need. It includes aglossary of mechanical terms and definitions - plussymbols used on mechanical plans, useful formulas, checklists, andconversion tables.

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

0876290179

9780876290170

OCLC:

175285014