2008 ENR Square-Foot Costbook practically eliminates this problem by giving you costs that are based on actual projects -- not hypothetical models. For each building type you get a detailed narrative with background information on the specific project. This lets you put the cost data into context and make appropriate adjustments to your own projections. Developed in partnership with Engineering News Record, Design Cost Data, and BNi Building News, this ready-reference cost book also features illustrations of each building type, a guide to 5-year cost trends for key building materials, PLUs detailed unit-in-place costs for thousands of items -- from asphalt and anchor bolts, to vents and wall louvers. By purchasing this book, you will also receive the 2009 edition, on a no-risk free trial basis.

    Now you can quickly and easily estimate the cost of renovations, repairs and new construction for all types of commercial buildings. This cost book is the first place to turn, whether you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a contractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal. It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latest national averages and standard labor productivity rates. What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions. It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables.

    From meter to duct, conduit to receptacle, this detailed reference book provides extensive coverage of the most technical aspects of building construction. Now you can quickly and easily estimate the cost of all types of electrical projects involving new construction and renovations in both commercial and residential buildings. 
    This cost book is the first place to turn, whether you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a subcontractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal.  It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latest national averages and standard labor productivity rates.  What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions. It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables.

    Over 12,000 unit prices provide you with cost coverage for all aspects of construction -- from site work and concrete, to doors and painting.  The cost data is broken down into material and labor costs, to allow for maximum flexibility and accuracy in estimating.  You'll find this data invaluable when preparing detailed estimates, bids, checking prices, and calculating the impact of change orders.  What's more, you get detailed man-hour tables that let you see the basis for the labor costs based on standard productivity rates.  There are also extensive reference tables, providing supporting information, cost derivations, man-hours, estimating tips, and other related information. It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables. 

    Now you can quickly and easily estimate the cost of all types of home remodeling projects. You'll find yourself turning to this cost book again and again, whenever you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a subcontractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal.  It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latest national averages and standard labor productivity rates.  What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions. It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables. 

    This cost book puts thousands of current, reliable mechanical and electrical costs at your fingertips, so you can estimate quickly and accurately. All of the data is organized according to the industry standard the CSI MASTERFORMAT so you can find everything you need fast. What's more, Geographic Modifiers allow you to tailor your estimates to specific areas of the country. Every cost item has been carefully researched and updated.  
    The mechanical and electrical portions of a building typically account for 30% or more of construction costs.  This type of work is very specialized and includes materials and installations which require detailed pricing -- such as piping, valves, ducts, fans, chillers, condensers, conduit, and transformers.  All of these areas are thoroughly covered in this cost book.  Over 14,000 unit prices are broken down into material and labor costs, and complete man-hour tables provide maximum coverage and flexibility. It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables.  

    Here's the easy way to estimate the cost of all types of residential construction projects!  This cost book is the first place you should turn, whether you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a subcontractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal.  It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latest national averages and standard labor productivity rates.  What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions.  It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables.  

A Guide Specifically For The Home Remodeler!

    Now there's a cost estimating resource that's developed specifically for home remodelers!  Developed in cooperation with the National Association of Home Builders, this book let's you quickly and easily estimate the cost of all types of home remodeling projects, including additions, new kitchens and baths, and much more. You'll quickly agree that this cost book is the first place to turn, whether you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a subcontractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal.  It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latest national averages and standard labor productivity rates.  What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions.  It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables.  

    Now you can quickly and easily estimate the cost of all types of public works projects involving roads, excavation, drainage systems and much more.  This costbook is the first place to turn, whether you're preparing a preliminary estimate, evaluating a contractor's bid, or submitting a formal budget proposal.  It puts at your fingertips accurate and up-to-date material and labor costs for thousands of cost items, based on the latested national averages and standard labor productivity rates.  What's more, the book includes detailed regional cost modifiers for adjusting your estimate to your local conditions.  It features: Material costs, Labor costs, Equipment costs, Square-foot tables.