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Construction Estimating Software Features - RS Means Mechanical Cost Database

This is an invaluable resource for anyone involved with the installation, planning and maintenance of mechanical equipment and systems.

Includes hundreds of unit costs for:

  • Basic materials and methods
  • Building services and process piping
  • Plumbing fixtures and equipment
  • Refrigeration equipment
  • Heating, ventilation and A/C equipment
  • HVAC instrumentation and controls
  • Testing/Adjusting/Balancing

New features for 2006:

  • Over 200 lines of selective demolition costs
  • 23 lines of flexible cable pipe and duct hanger / support
  • 14 lines of spiral pipe supply registers for several duct diameters

Unit Cost Database Breakdown

CSI Division Division Description Total Items
01000 General Requirements 172
02000 Site Construction 1302
03000 Concrete 110
04000 Masonry 16
05000 Metals 233
06000 Wood & Plastics 82
07000 Thermal and Moisture Protection 159
08000 Doors and Windows 27
09000 Finishes 47
10000 Specialties 47
11000 Equipment 315
12000 Furnishings 0
13000 Special Construction 965
14000 Conveying Systems 36
15000 Mechanical 12681
16000 Electrical 470
Total 16662

Assemblies Cost Database Breakdown

Uniformat II Uniformat II Description Total Assemblies
A Substructure 19
B Shell 0
C Interiors 0
D Services 1031
E Equipment and Furnishings 0
F Special Construction and Demo 0
G Building Sitework 465
Total 1515