RSMeans Building Construction Cost Data (BCCD) is the most widely used reference book for estimating construction costs in the U.S. The costs for each construction item are broken down into the components of material, labor, equipment, and overhead and profit. The book also contains square foot costs by project type. Using North America's most recognized construction cost data from RSMeans, this step-by-step guide develops problem-solving skills through over 300 sample problems and exercises. All of the major construction items, including site work, concrete and masonry, wood and metal framing, doors and windows, and more are covered. RSMeans data provides accurate and up-to-date building construction cost data that helps pre construction managers, architects, engineers, contractors and others to precisely project and control cost estimation of both new building construction and renovation projects.
Whether planning, budgeting or estimating, RSMeans Data Online is the quickest way to find reliable cost data on construction materials, equipment and labor.
Construction professionals from all corners of the industry access RSMeans Data Online to build complete estimates, find and validate construction costs, compare local costs against national averages, or get quick, conceptual estimates for a variety of building types. We continue to grow and update our construction cost database of over 85,000 unit prices, 25,000 building assemblies and 42,000 facilities repair and remodeling costs covering every category of construction.