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Free, Updated Estimation Guide for Structural Elements?

Free, Updated Estimation Guide for Structural Elements?

Free, Updated Estimation Guide for Structural Elements?

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Does anyone know of a good estimation guide? I’d prefer an online guide that is divided into at least regions (if not by state) and is updated every quarter.

The online guide that I have been using lately is: www.get-a-quote.net

It is a nice site, but with the rising costs of building materials, I’m beginning to question their accuracy. A book that is published every year is good, but does not always contain several states or regions. Also, a free guide would be best because it isn’t worth paying for something that will be out of date in 3 months or with the next hurricane.

RE: Free, Updated Estimation Guide for Structural Elements?

Dont know about any free services I would trust. RS Means Cost Works is the best cost data there is. It is around 120.00 to buy each set of data. For strucutral stuff, you should be able to get by with only one set. It is updated quartely and I think they release updates inbetween if there is a dramatic change.

RE: Free, Updated Estimation Guide for Structural Elements?

RS Means is by far the best one in the USA. You can get quarterly updates.

I am sure there are other expensive software and services as well. I have used RS Means for over 15 years and I like it. You can combine RS Means with Winestimator software and you will have great estimating tools at your hands.




Regards,
Lutfi

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