I include the sq footage of these areas when estimating any house over 2500 sq feet as they usually always end up being wired above code or involve more than one light etc; and this is especially true in homes larger than 4500 sq ft.
I do a sq footage double check against a unit cost bid to make sure it doesnt seem too high or low as the builders (competitors) use this method quite often. I also use the sq footage and house details as a "base" to start my "thoughts" on any basic material and labor considerations that may affect the overall job.
I seem to be coming out higher overall compared to competion, Should I not be including these areas in my "unit cost" and "Sq foot check"?
I also know that my price cost difference is more than just the sq footage of these areas, this is just a part of loosing the job to a sq foot cost competitor that is bugging me a little.
I do a sq footage double check against a unit cost bid to make sure it doesnt seem too high or low as the builders (competitors) use this method quite often. I also use the sq footage and house details as a "base" to start my "thoughts" on any basic material and labor considerations that may affect the overall job.
I seem to be coming out higher overall compared to competion, Should I not be including these areas in my "unit cost" and "Sq foot check"?
I also know that my price cost difference is more than just the sq footage of these areas, this is just a part of loosing the job to a sq foot cost competitor that is bugging me a little.