Definitive data on unit costs for materials, methods, equipment and other building services. This cost data is referenced by professionals Nationwide from constractors and engineers to architects and facility managers.
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everything I needed, and then some,
By JeffEd (Baltimore/DC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Means Mechanical Cost Data (Paperback)
As many HVAC estimators apparently know, this book has cost data for just about every mechanical system you can imagine. While the book would be overkill for most folks, those who are considering significant home remodeling projects may find it worthwhile as a way to fairly evaluate bids. A certain amount of time and knowledge is required to figure out how to use the book, but once you do it's a goldmine. As an example, I used it a week ago to verify a $65,000 quote for a big renovation job a coworker's friend was considering and found out that the heat pump piping was ten times too high - $20,000 versus $2,000! It breaks out materials, labor and profit/overhead so you know exactly what you are getting into. Money well spent, especially if you get last year's edition... so the costs are a little lower - it's a good spot to start bargaining with contractors!
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The following is a detailed explanation of a sample entry in the Unit Price Section. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
iron pipe size, rustproof core, black chrome collectors, diameter pipe size, ton cooling, air defrost, critical supporting data, location same kit, solar energy collector panels, tubing adapter plate, flat black absorber collectors, city cost indexes, blk chrome, chrome absorber collectors, ductwork packages, solar heated liquid, flat black collectors, galvanized band, wind stoppage, added inch thick, single pkg, amp recpt, glazing collectors, ultraviolet cover, steel service pipe Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Building Services Piping, Reference Nos, Air Distribution, Basic Materials, Means Estimating Seminars, Pipe Freezing, Heat Generation Equipme, Reed Construction Data, Reference Numbers Reference, Mechanical Insulation, Utility Services, Terminal Heating, Package Units, Building Construction Cost Data, Electric Controls, Site Preparation, Temporary Facilities, Division Notes, Duct Accessories, Fuel Distribution, Storm Drainage, Unitary Air Conditioning Equip, Wiring Methods, Basic Metal Materials, Cast-in-Place Concrete New!
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The following is a detailed explanation of a sample entry in the Unit Price Section. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
iron pipe size, rustproof core, black chrome collectors, diameter pipe size, ton cooling, air defrost, critical supporting data, location same kit, solar energy collector panels, tubing adapter plate, flat black absorber collectors, city cost indexes, blk chrome, chrome absorber collectors, ductwork packages, solar heated liquid, flat black collectors, galvanized band, wind stoppage, added inch thick, single pkg, amp recpt, glazing collectors, ultraviolet cover, steel service pipe Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Building Services Piping, Reference Nos, Air Distribution, Basic Materials, Means Estimating Seminars, Pipe Freezing, Heat Generation Equipme, Reed Construction Data, Reference Numbers Reference, Mechanical Insulation, Utility Services, Terminal Heating, Package Units, Building Construction Cost Data, Electric Controls, Site Preparation, Temporary Facilities, Division Notes, Duct Accessories, Fuel Distribution, Storm Drainage, Unitary Air Conditioning Equip, Wiring Methods, Basic Metal Materials, Cast-in-Place Concrete New!
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- Light Commercial Cost Data 2006 (Means Light Commercial Cost Data) by Robert J. Kuchta on page 314, page 316, and Back Matter
- Construction Dictionary by Bni Publications in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Electrical Estimating Methods (RSMeans) by Paul H. DeLong in Back Matter
- Environmental Remediation Estimating Methods by Richard R. Rast in Back Matter
- How to Survive and Prosper in the Construction Business (Basics for Builders) by Thomas N. Frisby in Back Matter
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- Project and Cost Engineers' Handbook (Cost Engineering) by Kenneth K. Humphreys on page 85
- The Thermoeconomics of Energy Conversions by Yehia M. El-Sayed on page 48
- Control & Instrumentation Technology in HVAC: PCs & Environmental Controls by Hordeski in Back Matter
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