Author Description

This desk reference provides costs per square foot for rapid estimation of typical building construction costs when only minimum dimensions, specifications, and technical data are available. It outlines the complete costs for 70 standard commercial and industrial model buildings, and develops model homes for four classes of residential construction: economy, average, custom, and luxury. The assemblies section details material and installation costs for commercial shells, interiors, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and fire protection systems. Location factors and historical cost indexes close out the book. Annotation 2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR