Look for editions that include adjustment factors for difficult site conditions (night work, winter weather, confined spaces). These are hallmarks of a professional estimator’s edition.
Disclaimer: Always respect copyright laws. The manual is often out of print, but check if your company has a site license or if an open-source alternative (like RS Means or the NECA Manual of Labor Units) is appropriate.
Here are some best practices for using an estimator's man-hour manual:
Look for editions that include adjustment factors for difficult site conditions (night work, winter weather, confined spaces). These are hallmarks of a professional estimator’s edition.
Disclaimer: Always respect copyright laws. The manual is often out of print, but check if your company has a site license or if an open-source alternative (like RS Means or the NECA Manual of Labor Units) is appropriate.
Here are some best practices for using an estimator's man-hour manual: