The estimate is a document with calculations of all the costs of work and the materials required for them. Budgeting is painstaking work, on which the success and speed of implementation of all planned work depends.
Instructions
Step 1
Assess your financial capabilities and the current position of the materials and services market. The cost of the latter can vary for various reasons, which leads to changes in the calculations. Sometimes they are required to be included in the estimate already during the direct execution of work.
Step 2
Make a plan of the premises in which the necessary work will be carried out. Based on the condition of the premises, determine the amount of work required, as well as the materials suitable for their implementation. Consider shipping costs and don't forget to determine the percentage of depreciation for tools and equipment. If you think that you do not have enough knowledge to independently determine the technical characteristics of materials, methods of performing work and determine their volume, it is better to seek help from a qualified estimator.
Step 3
Draw up an estimate in the form of a table using special software, dividing it into columns by category indicating the name of the work, their volume, required materials and their cost. The Microsoft Excel program is best suited for this, since it allows you to get the entire required amount by clicking the "Calculate" button, as well as "Generate an estimate".
Step 4
Entrust the preparation of the estimate to a specialized company if the object in which the work will be carried out is too large and time-consuming. The compilation price in this case will vary within 0.5% of the total cost. In some cases, the production of preliminary calculations is free, while their subsequent adjustment and accounting for additional components will cost a certain amount. Pay attention to the guarantees provided by the settlement company in order to avoid various disputes before and after work.
