Craftsman Cost Guides
2008 Craftsman & 2008 BNI Cost Estimating Guides and Construction Cost Estimating Software

Most of these 2008 Craftsman cost references come with a FREE CD-ROM. The entire book is on the CD along with a Windows™ program that makes it easy to use the cost data on disk to compile estimates for your jobs. Includes Job Cost Wizard – turns estimates into invoices and exports both to QuickBooks. Quarterly cost updates are available for these manuals at no cost on the Internet all during 2008.
*National Building Cost Estimator does not include a CD-ROM.

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Craftsman National Estimating Guides

2008 CD Estimator (Cost Estimating Software)
If your computer has Windows™ and a CD-ROM drive, CD Estimator puts at your fingertips 85,000 construction costs for new construction, remodeling, renovation & insurance repair, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and painting. And New for 2008, earthwork and heavy equipment. You'll also have the National Estimator program – a stand-alone estimating program for Windows that Remodeling magazine called a "computer wiz." a 70-minute interactive video teaches you how to use this CD-ROM to estimate construction costs. Includes Job Cost Wizard – turns estimates into invoices and exports both to QuickBooks.

2008 National Earthwork & Heavy Equipment Estimator
Complete labor, material, and manhour prices for estimating most earthmoving projects. You’ll find how to read site plans, what’s necessary in site preparation, how to determine site cut and fill quantities, how to determine soil swell and compaction, how to work with topsoil, slabs and paving, road work, curbs and gutters, and trench excavation. Includes factors affecting equipment production and how to include it in your estimate, as well as production rates for excavators, trucks, dozers, scrapers, compactors, graders, pavers, as well as blasting, ripping rock, and soil stabilization.

Estimating & Bidding for Builders & Remodelers
All the information you need for estimating and bidding construction and home improvement projects. Explains what you need for a career as a construction estimator, how to construct a take-off from the plans, how to check the details of an estimate, prepare a schedule, deal with subs, and calculate project overhead and profit. Also covers how to estimate remodeling work for typical remove and replace jobs, and include markup for remodeling work.

2006 Gulf Coast Reconstruction Estimator
Here you’ll find current prices for reconstruction of hurricane damage for the Gulf states. Covers specialty items like cleaning, mold remediation, and repair work. All prices include labor, material, and equipment breakouts. Over 600 clear illustrations help you identify exactly what is being estimated. Area modifications for over 50 cities in the Gulf area help you modify the costs in this book to the city nearest you. Includes waste factors, equipment rental costs, labor cost per man, and productivity expected. Includes a FREE CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book, a stand-alone estimating program (National Estimator for Windows™) and a multimedia tutorial.

2008 National Building Cost Manual
Square foot costs for residential, commercial, industrial, and farm buildings. Quickly work up a reliable budget estimate based on actual materials and design features, area, shape, wall height, number of floors, and support requirements. New sections on square foot costs for churches, greenhouses, and manufactured homes have been added to this 2008 edition. Includes all the important variables that can make any building unique from a cost standpoint.

2008 National Concrete & Masonry Estimator
Current labor and material prices for thousands of concrete and masonry jobs and specialty items. Don’t waste hours working up a material list for every job you bid. Instead, use this manual to develop quick, accurate cost estimates. Do the material take-off only when you have the contract. Provides manhours, recommended crew, and gives the labor cost for installation. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program

2008 National Construction Estimator
Current building costs for residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Estimated prices for every common building material. Provides manhours, recommended crew, and gives the labor cost for installation. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates. Includes Job Cost Wizard – turns estimates into invoices and exports both in QuickBooks.

2008 National Electrical Estimator
This year's prices for installation of all common electrical work: conduit, wire, boxes, fixtures, switches, outlets, loadcenters, panelboards, raceway, duct, signal systems, and more. Provides material costs, manhours per unit, and total installed cost. Explains what you should know to estimate each part of an electrical system. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates

2008 National Framing & Finish Carpentry Estimator
Current labor and material prices for thousands of framing and finish carpentry items. Step-by-step instructions for estimating everything from the sill plate to the ridge board, including hundreds of helpful pictures, tables and illustrations. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates.

2008 National Home Improvement Estimator
Current labor and material prices for home improvement projects. Provides manhours for each job, recommended crew size, and the labor cost for the removal and installation work. Material prices are current, with location adjustment factors and free monthly updates on the Web. Gives step-by-step instructions for the work, with helpful diagrams, and home improvement shortcuts and tips from an expert. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book, and National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia tutorial that shows how to use the disk to compile home improvement cost estimates.

2008 National Painting Cost Estimator
A complete guide to estimating painting costs for just about any type of residential, commercial, or industrial painting, whether by brush, spray, or roller. Shows typical costs and bid prices for fast, medium, and slow work, including material costs per gallon; square feet covered per gallon; square feet covered per manhour; labor, material, overhead, and taxes per 100 square feet; and how much to add for profit. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates

2008 National Plumbing & HVAC Estimator
Manhours, labor and material costs for all common plumbing and HVAC work in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. You can quickly work up a reliable estimate based on the pipe, fittings and equipment required. Every plumbing and HVAC estimator can use the cost estimates in this practical manual. Sample estimating and bidding forms and contracts also included. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates.

2008 National Renovation & Insurance Repair Estimator
Current prices in dollars and cents for hard-to-find items needed on most insurance, repair, remodeling, and renovation jobs. All price items include labor, material, and equipment breakouts, plus special charts that tell you exactly how these costs are calculated. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows estimating program, plus an interactive multimedia video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates.

2008 National Repair & Remodeling Estimator
The complete pricing guide for dwelling reconstruction costs. Reliable, specific data you can apply on every repair and remodeling job. Up-to-date material costs and labor figures based on thousands of jobs across the country. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator, a stand-alone Windows™ estimating program, plus an interactive multi-media video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates.

BNI Estimating Costbooks

BNI Electrical Costbook 2008
From meter to duct, conduit to receptacle, this detailed reference book provides extensive coverage of all electrical costs used in building construction. With thousands of current, reliable electrical costs at your fingertips, you can estimate quickly and accurately. Geographic Cost Modifiers allow you to tailor your estimates to a specific area of the country.

BNI Facilities Manager’s Costbook 2008
Contains the data for owners, architects, engineers and facilities managers to help them develop budgets on commercial and industrial buildings. Thousands upon Thousands of Detailed Unit Costs Extensive Man-Hour Tables for that Hard to Get Information All in CSI MASTERFORMAT - the Industry standard Great for Change Orders & Extra Work Geographic Cost Modifiers for Many Cities.

BNI General Construction Costbook 2008
Current, accurate construction costs and man-hour data for all aspects of building construction. Costs are based on "contractor's prices" for materials and prevailing rates for labor. Overhead and profit are included in all costs. All data is organized in the 16 division CSI MASTERFORMAT - the industry standard. This simple, easy-to-use format along with the detailed index means you can instantly find the costs you need for fast, reliable estimates. Easy to follow Instructions in no nonsense language

BNI Home Builder's Costbook 2008
Published in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders, the largest construction organization in the U.S., this costbook is devoted entirely to the homebuilding industry. This complete reference is designed for the small to mid-size homebuilder. It contains material and labor costs and installation times for all components of house construction: concrete, framing, insulation, painting, flooring, plumbing, wiring, etc.

BNI Home Remodeler's Costbook 2008
Published in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders, this Building News Costbook is a companion reference to the Home Builder's Costbook. The cost data are presented as unit prices listing all components of home construction, including the unique intricacies of remodeling. These cost data are used for detailed estimates, bids, checking prices, changing orders--instances where accuracy is key. Plus, man-hour tables, reference tables, and an expanded, geographical index, featuring all 50 states and over 200 cities

BNI Mechanical Electrical Costbook 2008
From pipe to receptacle, this detailed reference book provides extensive coverage of the most technical aspects of building construction. With thousands of current, reliable mechanical and electrical costs at your fingertips, you can estimate quickly and accurately. All data is organized according to the CSI Master form--so you can find the costs you need, quickly and easily.

BNI Public Works Costbook 2008
This extensive resource provides current, accurate construction costs and man-hour data for all aspects of public works construction. Costs are based on "contractor's prices" for materials and prevailing rates for labor. Overhead and profit are included in all costs - there's no confusion! All data is organized in the 16 Division CSI MASTERFORMAT - the industry standard. This simple, easy-to-use format along with the detailed index means you can instantly find the costs you need for fast, reliable estimates.

BNI Remodeling Costbook 2008
Costs are Broken Out by Easy-to-Work-With Categories for Fast, Accurate Figuring Material Costs: Represent national averages for prices a contractor would expect to pay, plus allowances for allowing. Researched as close to publication time as possible for maximum accuracy and timeliness. Labor Costs: Prevailing rates - appropriate for each trade and type of work. Eliminates costly "guesstimates." Overhead and Profit: Commonly applicable taxes, insurance and other factors are included. No confusion about what a number includes and what it doesn't.

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