Fundamentals of Construction Estimating (Hardcover)

~ David Pratt (Author)

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Product Description

Now in its second edition, this essential book clearly and precisely explains all the procedures involved in compiling an estimate of the cost of construction work. Modern, updated coverage includes quantity takeoff, pricing of the contractor’s work, pricing subtrade work, pricing site overheads, and compiling bid documents. This thorough grounding in the principles of construction estimating offers readers the skills required to successfully perform the work of a professional estimator. Drawings for two complete projects – one residential and one commercial – lead users through the complete estimating process for each and forms a basic framework that can easily be applied to various trades on many different types of construction projects.

About the Author

David Pratt holds a B.A. (Economics), is a member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and is a Professional Quantity Surveyor. He is currently the team Leader of the Civil Engineering Technology Department of the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 448 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 002 edition (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401809596
• ISBN-13: 978-1401809591
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #217,079 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Purchasae review, October 13, 2009

By	E. Everett - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My text book arrived in mint condition and in minimum time. I was very pleased with this order.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good basic estimating textbook, July 4, 2009

By	glennyD - See all my reviews

Of the five leading textbooks on construction estimating, this one is easiest to read and comprehend and is very popular. It is a bit out of date and lacks a chapter on roofing which seems to be a major omission.
It opens each chapter with "objectives" so that it is clear to the student what is to be learned from each chapter.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Construction Estimating 2e, August 28, 2006

By	Perry Chitombo (Dublin -Ireland) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The product was delivered on time and I was happy with the service. Keep up the good work.