Spon s estimating costs guide to plumbing and heating unit rates and project costs 4th Edition by Bryan J D Spain ISBN 0415469058 9780415469050

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ISBN 10: 0415469058 
ISBN 13: 9780415469050
Author: Bryan J D Spain

All the cost data you need to keep your estimating accurate, competitive and profitable. Do you work on jobs between £50 and £50,000? – Then this book is for you. Specially written for contractors and small businesses carrying out small works, Spon’s Estimating Cost Guide to Plumbing and Heating contains accurate information on thousands of rates each broken down to labour, material overheads and profit. The first book to include typical project costs for: rainwater goods installations bathrooms external waste systems central heating systems hot and cold water systems.

Spon s estimating costs guide to plumbing and heating unit rates and project costs 4th Table of contents:

Part One: Unit Rates (Detailed breakdown of costs for individual plumbing and heating elements, typically presented as cost per unit of work, e.g., per meter of pipe, per fitting, per appliance.)

• 1.0 General Preliminaries and Site Overheads
  • Site Supervision and Management Costs
  • Insurance, Bonds, and Warranties
  • Temporary Works, Site Facilities, and Welfare
  • Health and Safety Compliance Costs
  • Project Management and Administration
• 2.0 General Data for Estimating
  • Labor Rates: Trades (Plumbers, Heating Engineers), Apprentices
  • Plant and Equipment Hire Rates
  • Material Mark-ups and Waste Allowances
  • Fuel and Energy Costs
  • Regional Variations in Costs
• 3.0 Cold Water Supply Systems
  • Pipework (Copper, PEX, PVC, Galvanized): Unit Rates for Installation per meter, per joint, per fitting.
  • Valves, Stopcocks, and Isolating Devices
  • Meters and Backflow Prevention Devices
  • Water Storage Tanks and Boosted Water Systems
• 4.0 Hot Water Supply Systems
  • Cylinders (Vented, Unvented): Installation and Connection
  • Water Heaters (Instantaneous, Storage): Gas, Electric
  • Immersion Heaters
  • Pipework and Insulation for Hot Water Distribution
  • Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs)
• 5.0 Sanitary Appliances and Waste Systems
  • Installation of Toilets, Basins, Sinks, Baths, Showers
  • Waste Pipework (PVC, ABS, Cast Iron): Internal and External
  • Traps, Vents, and Access Points
  • Rainwater Goods: Gutters, Downpipes (Various Materials)
  • Specialized Waste Systems (e.g., Grease Traps, Macerators)
• 6.0 Heating Systems
  • Boilers: Gas, Oil, Electric (Installation, Flues, Controls)
  • Radiators and Convectors: Types and Connection Costs
  • Underfloor Heating Systems: Installation per square meter, manifold connections
  • Pipework for Heating Systems: Materials, Insulation, Valves, Pumps
  • Control Systems: Thermostats, Programmers, Zone Valves
  • Renewable Heating Technologies: Solar Thermal, Air Source Heat Pumps, Ground Source Heat Pumps (Basic Installation Units)
• 7.0 Drainage Systems (External)
  • Foul Drainage (Underground Pipework, Manholes, Inspection Chambers)
  • Surface Water Drainage (Gullies, Aco Drains, Soakaways)
  • Septic Tanks and Treatment Plants
• 8.0 Commissioning, Testing, and Certification
  • Pressure Testing of Systems
  • Flushing and Filling Systems
  • Commissioning of Boilers and Controls
  • Issuing Certificates and Documentation

Part Two: Project Costs (Typical overall costs for common plumbing and heating projects, often presented as composite rates or ‘all-in’ costs for a defined scope of work.)

• 1.0 Rainwater Goods Installations: Full system replacement or new build.
• 2.0 Bathroom Installations: Standard, luxury, small, large bathrooms (including fittings, pipework, waste).
• 3.0 External Waste Systems: New build or replacement for a typical property.
• 4.0 Central Heating Systems: Full system installation (Boiler, radiators, controls for various property sizes).
• 5.0 Hot and Cold Water Systems: Complete domestic hot and cold water installation for different property types.
• 6.0 Kitchen Plumbing Installations: Sink, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge connections.
• 7.0 Boiler Replacements: Like-for-like or upgrade.
• 8.0 Minor Repairs and Alterations: Common small jobs and their approximate costs.

Part Three: Business Matters

• 1.0 Starting and Running a Business
  • Business Structures, Registration, and Legalities
  • Insurance Requirements for Contractors
  • Pricing Strategies and Profit Margins
  • Customer Relations and Service
• 2.0 Taxation and Financial Management
  • Understanding VAT and Other Taxes
  • Basic Bookkeeping and Record Keeping
  • Invoicing and Payment Terms
• 3.0 Tendering and Quoting
  • Preparing Accurate Quotes and Proposals
  • Understanding Contractual Terms
  • Managing Variations and Change Orders

Part Four: General Data

• 1.0 Essential Reference Information
  • Conversion Tables (Units, Materials)
  • Standard Dimensions for Fittings and Appliances
  • Weight of Materials
  • Thermal Properties of Materials
• 2.0 Relevant Regulations and Standards
  • Building Regulations (e.g., Part G, Part L, Part P)
  • Water Regulations (e.g., Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations)
  • Gas Safety Regulations
  • Industry Standards and Best Practices
• 3.0 Useful Contacts and Resources
  • Professional Bodies and Associations
  • Suppliers and Manufacturers
  • Further Reading and Training Resources

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