Cost Estimation and Quantity Takeoff for Residential Construction Project

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Introduction

This paper presents a comprehensive cost estimation and quantity takeoff for a residential

construction project spanning various divisions as per the CSI MasterFormat. The project

duration is assumed to be 12 months for completion of the entire construction.

General Conditions and Requirements (Division 01):

- General requirements for a 12-month construction period.

- Assumptions: Site supervision, permits, temporary facilities, safety measures.

- Estimated Cost: $50,000.

Concrete (Division 03):

a. Concrete Forming and Reinforcing Steel:

- Description: Formwork for slabs, foundations, and footings. Reinforcing steel for

structural strength.

- Assumptions: Standard formwork materials, rebar spacing.

- Estimated Cost: $100,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Calculated based on square footage of slab, foundations, and

footings.

b. Concrete Placement:

- Description: Pouring, curing, and finishing concrete.

- Assumptions: Labor costs, curing compounds.

- Estimated Cost: $80,000.

 - Takeoff Calculation: Volume of concrete required for slabs, foundations, and footings.

Masonry (Division 04):

a. Masonry Units and Accessories:

- Description: Bricks, blocks, mortar, ties.

- Assumptions: Standard masonry unit sizes, mortar mix.

- Estimated Cost: $60,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Quantity of bricks and blocks required based on architectural

drawings.

b. Bond Beams:

- Description: Horizontal reinforcement for masonry walls.

- Assumptions: Bond beam spacing.

- Estimated Cost: $20,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Linear footage of bond beams required.

Metals (Division 05):

- Wall Studs:

- Description: Structural framing for walls.

- Assumptions: Standard stud sizes, spacing.

- Estimated Cost: $40,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Quantity of studs based on wall lengths.

Wood Framing Structure and Sheathing (Division 06):

- Description: Structural framing and sheathing for floors, walls, and roofs.
- Assumptions: Lumber prices, sheathing materials.

- Estimated Cost: $120,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Volume of lumber and sheathing required based on architectural

drawings.

Thermal and Moisture Protection (Division 07):

a. Below Grade Moisture Protection:

- Description: Waterproofing of foundation walls.

- Assumptions: Waterproofing membrane, drainage system.

- Estimated Cost: $30,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Square footage of foundation walls.

b. Walls and Ceiling Thermal Insulation:

- Description: Insulation for interior walls and ceilings.

- Assumptions: R-11 insulation, labor costs.

- Estimated Cost: $25,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Square footage of walls and ceilings.

c. Roof Tiles and Accessories:

- Description: Roofing materials.

- Assumptions: Tile prices, underlayment.

- Estimated Cost: $50,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Area of roof surface.

Openings (Division 08):

- Doors and Windows:

- Description: Exterior and interior doors, windows.

- Assumptions: Standard sizes, materials.

- Estimated Cost: $70,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Quantity and sizes of doors and windows.

Finishes (Division 09):

- All Walls, Flooring, and Ceiling Finishes:

- Description: Interior finishes such as paint, flooring materials, ceiling treatments.

- Assumptions: Standard finishes, labor costs.

- Estimated Cost: $90,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Square footage of surfaces to be finished.

Equipment (Division 11):

- Residential Equipment:

- Description: Kitchen appliances, washers, dryers.

- Assumptions: Appliance prices, installation costs.

- Estimated Cost: $40,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Quantity and prices of appliances.

Earthwork (Division 31):

- Structural Excavation and Backfill:

- Description: Excavation and backfilling for foundation.

- Assumptions: Excavation depth, compaction requirements.

 - Estimated Cost: $75,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Volume of soil to be excavated and backfilled.

Exterior Improvements (Division 32):

- Fencing, Sidewalks, and Driveways:

- Description: Exterior amenities.

- Assumptions: Fence materials, concrete prices.

- Estimated Cost: $60,000.

- Takeoff Calculation: Length and area of fencing, sidewalks, and driveways.

Description of Each Item

General Conditions and Requirements: Includes project supervision, permits, and temporary

facilities.

Concrete Forming and Reinforcing: Involves formwork and reinforcement for concrete

structures.

Concrete Placement: Covers pouring, curing, and finishing concrete surfaces.

Masonry Units and Accessories: Includes bricks, blocks, mortar, and ties for masonry work.

Bond Beams: Provides horizontal reinforcement for masonry walls.

Wall Studs: Structural framing elements for walls.

Wood Framing Structure and Sheathing: Structural framing and sheathing materials for

floors, walls, and roofs.

Below Grade Moisture Protection: Waterproofing of foundation walls.

Walls and Ceiling Thermal Insulation: Insulation materials for walls and ceilings.
Roof Tiles and Accessories: Materials for roofing.

Doors and Windows: Exterior and interior openings.

All Walls, Flooring, and Ceiling Finishes: Interior finishing materials.

Residential Equipment: Kitchen appliances, washers, dryers.

Structural Excavation and Backfill: Excavation and backfilling for foundation.

Fencing, Sidewalks, and Driveways: Exterior amenities such as fencing and pathways.

Estimated Cost of Items and Divisions

The estimated costs for each item and division are based on industry standards and

hypothetical project requirements.

Assumptions

Assumptions include standard material prices, labor costs, and construction practices.

Specific assumptions include standard sizes for materials, labor rates, and common

construction techniques.

Takeoff Calculations

Concrete Forming and Reinforcing:

Calculated based on the square footage of concrete structures and the quantity of

reinforcing steel needed.

Formwork costs are determined by the area of formwork required for slabs, foundations,

and footings.

Concrete Placement

Calculated based on the volume of concrete required for slabs, foundations, and footings.

Costs include labor, materials for pouring, curing, and finishing concrete surfaces.

Masonry Units and Accessories

Quantity takeoff based on architectural drawings and standard unit sizes.

Costs calculated by multiplying the quantity of units by their respective prices.

Bond Beams

Linear footage of bond beams required is calculated based on project specifications.

Costs determined by multiplying the length of bond beams by the unit price.

Wall Studs

Quantity takeoff based on the lengths of walls and standard stud spacing.

Costs determined by multiplying the quantity of studs by their unit price.

Wood Framing Structure and Sheathing

Volume of lumber and sheathing materials calculated based on architectural drawings.

Costs determined by multiplying the volume of materials by their respective unit prices.

Below Grade Moisture Protection

Square footage of foundation walls requiring waterproofing determined from project plans.

Costs calculated based on the area to be waterproofed and the unit price of waterproofing

materials.

Walls and Ceiling Thermal Insulation

Quantity takeoff based on the square footage of walls and ceilings.

Costs determined by multiplying the area to be insulated by the unit price of insulation

materials.

Roof Tiles and Accessories

Area of the roof surface calculated from architectural drawings.

Costs determined by multiplying the roof area by the unit price of roofing materials.

Doors and Windows

Quantity takeoff based on the number and sizes of doors and windows specified in the

project plans.

Costs determined by multiplying the quantity and sizes of openings by their respective unit

prices.
All Walls, Flooring, and Ceiling Finishes

Quantity takeoff based on the square footage of surfaces requiring finishing.

Costs calculated by multiplying the area to be finished by the unit price of finishing

materials.

Residential Equipment

Quantity and prices of appliances determined based on project requirements and standard

appliance prices.

Costs calculated by summing the prices of all appliances.

Structural Excavation and Backfill

Volume of soil to be excavated and backfilled calculated based on project specifications.

Costs determined by multiplying the volume of soil by the unit price of excavation and

backfilling.

Fencing, Sidewalks, and Driveways

Length and area of fencing, sidewalks, and driveways calculated from project plans.

Costs determined by multiplying the length and area of amenities by their respective unit

prices.
In conclusion, this paper provides a detailed cost estimation and quantity takeoff for a

residential construction project, covering various divisions as per the CSI MasterFormat. The

calculations are based on reasonable assumptions and industry standards to ensure

accuracy in budgeting and planning.