Book description
Simplify the estimating process with the latest data, materials, and practices
Electrical Estimating Methods, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive guide to estimating electrical costs, with data provided by leading construction database RS Means. The book covers the materials and processes encountered by the modern contractor, and provides all the information professionals need to make the most precise estimate. The fourth edition has been updated to reflect the changing materials, techniques, and practices in the field, and provides the most recent Means cost data available. The complexity of electrical systems can make accurate estimation difficult, but this guide contains all the necessary information in one place.
An electrical estimate represents the total cost for materials, labor, overhead and profit, but accuracy is virtually impossible without a basic knowledge of the field, and real-world experience in the type of work required. Inaccurate estimates lead to problems with customer satisfaction, which often create payment issues. A thorough, complete, and accurate estimate is in the best interest of all parties involved in the work. Electrical Estimating Methods provides more than just data. Detailed discussions about the work itself help highlight factors that may escape notice, and access to the latest cost data helps tie everything together. Features include:
Discussion of current equipment, materials, and processes
Means data for both residential and commercial projects
Case studies that illustrate best practices
Online access to the latest Means data for fast access on the job
The book discusses specific situations as well as general practices, and provides comprehensive guidance to the creation of a true, current, estimation of costs. For electrical contractors and estimators, Electrical Estimating Methods contains must-have content that simplifies the estimating process.
Table of contents
- About the Author
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PART 1 THE ESTIMATING PROCESS
- CHAPTER 1 Components of an Estimate
- CHAPTER 2 Types of Estimates
- CHAPTER 3 Before Starting the Estimate
- CHAPTER 4 The Quantity Takeoff
- CHAPTER 5 Pricing the Estimate
- CHAPTER 6 Direct Costs
- CHAPTER 7 Indirect Costs
- CHAPTER 8 The Unit Price, Project Overhead Summary, and Estimate Summary Sheets
- CHAPTER 9 Prebid Scheduling
- CHAPTER 10 Bidding Strategies
- CHAPTER 11 Project Cost Control and Analysis
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PART 2 COMPONENTS OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
- CHAPTER 12 Raceways
- CHAPTER 13 Conductors and Grounding
- CHAPTER 14 Boxes and Wiring Devices
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CHAPTER 15 Starters, Boards, and Switches
- CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- CONTROL STATIONS
- FUSES
- LOAD CENTERS
- METER CENTERS AND SOCKETS
- MOTOR CONTROL CENTER
- MOTOR CONTROL CENTER COMPONENTS
- MOTOR CONNECTIONS
- MOTORS
- MOTOR STARTERS AND CONTROLS
- CONTACTORS
- RELAYS
- PANELBOARDS
- PANELBOARD CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- SAFETY SWITCHES
- SWITCHBOARDS
- SUBSTATIONS
- CONTROL SWITCHES
- CHAPTER 16 Transformers and Bus Duct
- CHAPTER 17 Power Systems and Capacitors
- CHAPTER 18 Lighting
- CHAPTER 19 Electrical Utilities
- CHAPTER 20 Special Systems
- CHAPTER 21 Electrical Demolition and Temporary Facilities
- CHAPTER 22 Contract Modifications
- CHAPTER 23 Project Closeout
- CHAPTER 24 Computerized Estimating
- APPENDIX: Symbols and Abbreviations
- Index
- End User License Agreement
Product information
- Title: Electrical Estimating Methods, 4th Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: November 2014
- Publisher(s): Wiley
- ISBN: 9781118766989
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