The new RS Means Square Foot Cost Data has been updated for 2007

Means Square Foot Costs 2007 is useful for anyone who needs rapid budget cost estimates in the office, with a client, or in the field. A valuable, time-saving tool!

Gives you clear descriptions and illustrations of hundreds of residential, commercial, industrial and institutional buildings.

For those preparing more detailed estimates, costs are broken down into "assemblies" component specifications and costs. This fully illustrated section simplifies component identification and pricing. 480+ pp., illustrated.

The 2007 Edition Contains:

• Reliable 2007 square foot costs for 100 "standard" structures
• The latest costs for more than 6,000 building variations, modifications and "add-ons"-so you can keep your estimate current as details are ironed out-and quickly price out
• The addition of costs for Internet and Telephone wiring and UPS (uninterruptible power supply) in appropriate models
• 2007 costs for more than 6,500 in-place components-so you can fine-tune system costs to reflect unique situations
• All-new location factors, arranged by zip code, for more than 930 different sites in the U.S. and Canada. Makes it easy to estimate accurately for your particular locale
• An A-Z Glossary that provides definitions of unfamiliar terms
• How-To pages and sample forms that help you every step of the way

• Day Care Center
• One Story Office Building
• Assisted Living Facility
• Data (Computer) Center

With costs for more than 100 standard structures-for every model structure, you'll find cost per square foot of floor area for a range of sizes and a variety of exterior wall materials and framing. Also shows pricing for common add-ons and upgrades that help you answer "what if" questions-and boost accuracy right from the start.

• Hotels
• Churches
• Single-story factories
• Residences
• Convenience stores
• Schools
• Sports facilities
• Car dealerships and service stations
• Fire and police stations
• Hospitals and other health care facilities
• Apartment Buildings-up to 24 stories
• Solid wall (log) homes
• Custom luxury homes
• Restaurants
• Department stores
• Aircraft hangars
• And more.