HyperEstimator Estimates

When making a test project for the HyperEstimator or HyperRemodeler construction estimating software, first click on the Costs button at the bottom of the window, then type in wage rates (including burden), sales tax rates, and overhead, profit and contingency percentages. Leave all of the fudge factors set at 1 (one) for now, and leave the sliding-house quality factor set at 1 (one).

NOTE-- We retired the MacNail and BidMagic estimating programs in 2000, and replaced them with Goldenseal construction estimating software. Goldenseal is an integrated program that also includes accounting, scheduling and contract writing. We keep these instructions online for our die-hard BidMagic and MacNail users! The calibration process for the Goldenseal estimating software, is similar to that for our older programs.

Next, click on the Dimensions button, go through each Dimensions card and enter information about the size of the project.

Once that is done, click on the Specifications button, go through each Specifications card and enter information about how the construction project will be built, and exactly what items will be included.

When estimating with either of the HyperEstimators, you can go through quickly, and ignore any details that will cost less than 2-5% of the project cost. If there are major project costs such as decks, built-in cabinets or major structural repairs that will be of significant cost, include them in the Other Specifications card, using a ballpark estimate of each item's actual cost.