This reference—widely used in the industry for tasks ranging from routine estimates to special cost analysis projects—has been completely updated with new and expanded technical information and an enhanced format for ease-of-use. Means Estimating Handbook will help you:

• Evaluate architectural plans and specifications.
• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs.
• Compare design alternatives and costs.
• Perform value engineering.
• Double-check estimates and quotes.
• Estimate change orders.

• New information on a range of construction specialties, including metal decking, caulking, plastic pipe, and demolition items.
• Preliminary or Square Foot Estimating tools.
• Location Factors to adjust costs to over 30 geographic areas.
• Historic Indexes to factor costs for economic effects over time.
• Dedicated Web site for updates.