NOTE-- We retired the BidMagic construction estimating
software in 2001. It has been replaced by Goldenseal construction
estimating software.
We still include this BidMagic estimating software manual
as a convenience for users of our older program. Many features are similar, in Goldenseal estimating.
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Dimensioning Small Projects
When you are using the BidMagic construction estimating software for a small project, you
don't need to spend as much time on the project dimensions as you would for a larger project.
When starting a small construction project
bid, first choose Clear Dimensions from the Bid menu, then choose Clear Specifications from
the Bid menu. This will make sure that you don't surprise yourself with work left over from a previous
project.
As
you go through Dimensions on a small project, you only need to enter those construction dimensions
that apply to your project.
For example, in a small bathroom remodeling project, you can treat Dimensions as
follows:
- Dimensions directory--enter construction type (Remodeling), project cost,
longest length, longest width, number of units, number of rooms.
- Room card--enter all items.
- Foundation Dimensions--skip entirely.
- Roof Dimensions--skip entirely.
- Structural Dimensions--enter quantities for new
framing (if any), and skip everything else.
- Exterior Dimensions--enter trash volume and skip everything
else.
- Miscellaneous Dimensions--enter doors and windows (if applicable), baseboard
dimensions, and number of interior corners. Skip everything else.
- Finish Dimensions--check the calculated quantities
for interior walls, wallboard, finished floors, paint and insulation, and
change if needed.
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