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Articles on plan preparation, takeoffs, cost estimating, and BIM, written for contractors who price work for a living.
How to prepare a plan set for a faster, more accurate estimate
The quality of an estimate depends on the documents behind it. Here's what to include, what to check, and how to send it.
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Quantity takeoff vs. cost estimate: what contractors actually receive
They're often used interchangeably, but a takeoff and an estimate answer different questions. Here's how to choose.
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Reading CSI MasterFormat divisions in your estimate
Most commercial estimates are organized by CSI division. Knowing how the divisions work makes estimates easier to review and compare.
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When BIM coordination pays for itself on mid-size projects
BIM isn't only for large hospitals and airports. Here's how to judge whether a coordinated model is worth it on your next project.
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