Pratt, David J., 1946-

Estimating for residential construction / David J. Pratt. - Australia ; Clifton Park, N.Y. : Thomson/Delmar Learning, c2006. - xiii, 304 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. - Online companion . - Online companion. .

Includes index.

Introduction to building cost estimates -- Arithmetic and principles of measurement -- Measuring excavation and sitework -- Measuring concrete work -- Measuring carpentry work -- Measuring masonry and finishes -- Estimating plumbing, hvac and electricaln work -- Pricing general expenses -- Pricing the work -- Pricing equipment -- Subcontracting work -- Estimate summaries and bids -- Estimates for remodeling work -- App. A. Glossary -- App. B. The metric system and conversions -- App. C. Equations used in estimating -- App. D. Sample house drawings index.

1401879470 9781401879471

2005041797


House construction--Estimates.

TH4815.8 / .P73 2006

690/.837