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
✔ Author(s): Leonard P. Toenjes
✔ Title: Construction Estimating
✔ Rating : 4.6 out of 5 base on (22 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 0826905625
✔ ISBN-13: 9780826905628
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Construction Estimating by Leonard P. Toenjes
Elaine Leonard
The world-building in this book was simply phenomenal. I was transported to a different realm and felt like I was part of the characters' journey. The attention to detail made it all so immersive.
Aileen Menzie
What an intellectual journey! The themes explored in this book challenged my perceptions and sparked introspection. It's refreshing to read a book that provokes such thought.
Kara Snyder
The way this book explored the complexities of human nature and relationships was both profound and relatable. It touched my heart in ways I didn't expect.
