Means Mechanical Estimating Methods: Takeoff & Pricing for HVAC & Plumbing, Updated 4th Edition

by Mossman, Melville; Linde, Carl W.

• ISBN13: 9780876290170
• ISBN10: 0876290179
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-08-23
• Publisher: RSMeans

Summary

An easy-to-use tool for estimating heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, with up-to-date cost data and estimating examples. This all-in-one reference gives you the accepted standards and procedures for takeoff and pricing HVAC systems, as well as piping, plumbing, and fire protection. Includes all of the major mechanical systems in new building construction. The book will show you how to: Evaluate mechanical plans and specs so you can estimate all cost 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 - with electronic forms now available on the book's own website Compare materials and methods and select the most cost-effective way to get the job done Train new estimators with clear instructions for estimating the mechanical 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 to whatever aspect of mechanical estimating you need. It includes a glossary of mechanical terms and definitions - plus symbols used on mechanical plans, useful formulas, checklists, and conversion tables.

Author Biography

Melville Mossman and Carl W. Linde are the authors of Means Mechanical Estimating Methods: Takeoff & Pricing for HVAC & Plumbing, Updated 4th Edition, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

The Estimating Process

Guidelines for Estimating

Types of Estimates

Order of Magnitude Estimates

Square Foot & Cubic Foot Estimates

Assemblies

Unit Price Estimates

Scheduling Estimate

Before Starting the Estimate

The Quantity Takeoff

Summary

Pricing the Estimate

Sources of Cost Information

Types of Costs

Direct Costs

Material

Labor

Equipment

Subcontractors

Project Overhead

Bonds

Sales Tax

Indirect Costs

Taxes & Insurance

Office or Operating Overhead

Profit

Contingencies

The Estimate Summary

Pre-Bid Scheduling

Bidding Strategies

Resource Analysis

Market Analysis

Maximizing the Profit-to-Volume Ratio

Cost Control & Analysis

Productivity & Efficiency

Overtime Impact

Retainage & Cash Flow

Life Cycle Costs

Estimating Considerations for Historic Buildings

Labor Considerations

Specifications

Installation

Components of Mechanical Systems

Piping

Steel Pipe

Screwed Fittings & Flanges for Steel Pipe

Steel Weld Fittings & Flanges

Grip Type Mechanical Joint Fittings

Cast-Iron Pipe

Cast-Iron Soil Pipe Fittings

Copper Pipe & Tubing

Copper Fittings & Flanges

Plastic Pipe & Tubing

Fittings for Plastic Pipe & Tubing

Pre-Insulated Pipe or Conduit

Valves

Pipe Hangers & Supports

Pumps

Plumbing Systems

Fixtures & Appliances

Drains & Carriers

Fire Protection

Standpipe Systems

Sprinkler Systems

Chemical, Foam, & Gas Fire Suppression

Heating, Ventilating, & Air Conditioning

Heating Boilers

Hydronic Terminal Units

Chillers & Hydronic Cooling

Air-Handling Equipment

Fans & Gravity Ventilators

Ductwork

Insulation

Automatic Temperature Controls

Supports, Anchors, & Guides

Sample Estimates

Using Means Mechanical & Plumbing Cost Data

Format & Data

Unit Price Costs

Assemblies Cost Tables

Estimating References

City Cost Indexes

Square Foot & Systems Estimating Examples

Project Description

Square Foot Estimating Example

Systems Estimating Example

The Estimate Summary

Unit Price Estimating Example

Project Description

Getting Started

Plumbing

Fire Protection

Heating, Ventilating, & Air Conditioning

Summarizing the Unit Price Estimate

Appendix

Index

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