Successfully bid on a variety of projects with the DEWALT Construction Estimating Professional Reference

This unique and easy-to-understand pocket guide was developed by a real-world contractor who has perfected the art of construction estimating! The DEWALT Construction Estimating Professional Reference is the only resource individuals need for learning to successfully bid on a variety of construction projects. Chock-full of practical advice based on the author's real-life experience in bidding countless construction jobs, this essential reference explores such key topics as forms and checklists, subcontractors and suppliers, procedures, trade evaluation, costs, profit, overheads, and much more!

Features:

• Exceptionally comprehensive coverage walks readers through every step of the bidding process - from the moment a set of drawings is received to the post-bid review
• Practical, "how-to" instructions and essential information on ways to minimize errors will help readers save valuable time and money at home and on the job
• More than 350 pages of professional reference material provides swift and easy access to hundreds of charts, illustrations, formulas, laws, conversions, tables, and symbols
• Content is completely current and up-to-date with industry standards
• special cover material is flexible, tear-resistant, and water- and oil-resistant for ease of use in the shop or on-the-job
• Exclusive super-strong binding allows the books to lay flat when opened while keeping the pages securely intact
• Large and easy-to-read text and illustrations make finding and retaining information a breeze
• Convenient size easily fits into any pocket or toolbox for the ideal carry-along!