As you know, square-foot costs can vary widely, making them difficult to use for estimating and budgeting. But the 2012 ENR Square-Foot Costbook 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 costbook 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 louvres.
 

Released in September 2011

This manual presents detailed square foot costs for 65 buildings tailored specifically to meet the needs of today's architect.  For each project you get a complete cost breakdown of the included systems, so you can easily calculate the impact of modifications and enhancements on your own projects.
 

    Now you can quickly and easily estimate the cost of renovations, repairs and new construction for all types of facilities and commercial buildings.  The BNi Facilities Managers Costbook 2012 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.

    From meter to duct, conduit to receptacle, the BNi Electrical Costbook 2012 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 commerical and residential buildings. 
    The BNi Electrical Costbook 2012 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 latested national averages and standard labor productivity rates.

     The BNi Mechanical/Electrical Costbook 2012 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, the BNi Mechanical/Electrical Costbook 2012 offers 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.

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    Developed in cooperation with the National Association of Home Builders, the BNi Home Remodeler's Costbook 2012 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 the BNi Home Remodeler's Costbook 2012 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 latested national averages and standard labor productivity rates.   

    The BNi Home Builders Costbook 2012 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 latested national averages and standard labor productivity rates.   

    BNi Public Works Costbook - provides current, accurate material and labor costs for all aspects of public works construction. The BNi Public Works Costbook 2012 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.