2022-07-07 17:43:53 There are six important performance criteria to consider when preparing an accurate HVAC Estimate. The headings presented here are detailed in the Free Wendes Estimating Manual available for download on our web site.
2025-04-02 16:10:19 The Benefits of Using HVAC On-Screen Takeoff Software Takeoffs are an essential part of any bid. While performing a ductwork takeoff is necessary, it can also be time consuming, and errors can be costly. Consider importing a digital PDF drawing file and perform a bid with HVAC Estimating Software combined with On Screen […]
2019-11-05 8:29:09 Methods for calculating Ductwork Labor There are several methods to calculate ductwork labor cost however, we will cover three of the most commonly accepted methods that provide consistent and accurate results are: The Hours per Piece Method, The The Hours Per Lb. Method and The Hours per Square Ft method for specialty ducts […]
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2019-10-10 15:05:19 How to prepare a Budget Estimate
2019-10-14 1:22:02 Calculating installation labor and material pricing for piping, fittings, valves and specialties is a function of several system type characteristics. As an example there are categories of material types; Black iron, copper, stainless steel, cast iron, plastic polybutylene, high density, polybutylene, brass. There are many other material types used but the most common […]
2019-10-14 1:24:09 HVAC Per Pound method and Per Piece Ductwork Estimating Process
2019-09-28 10:37:24 There are six important basic performance standards to start an estimate
2019-10-14 1:28:13 The acronym BIM refers to Building information Systems and is defined by Autodesk as an intelligent 3d model-based process that gives architecture, engineering and construction professionals the insight and tools to more efficiently plan, design, construct and manage buildings and infrastructure. What does BIM design and HVAC Estimating have in common and what […]
2019-09-23 1:48:10 We are covering some of the basic estimating principles detailed in a manual written by Herb Wendes, ” Everything You Wanted To Know About Estimating But Were Afraid To Ask.” The updated and expanded version of the original manual is now published by Fairmont Press, Inc. “Mechanical Estimating Manual”.
