David Gerstel has been a builder for over four decades and is the author of “Running a Successful Construction Company” (often cited as an industry bible) and “Nail Your Numbers: A Path to Skilled Construction Estimating and Bidding.” His latest book, “A Construction Pro’s Path to Financial Independence,” is now available from Amazon or at the bookseller of your choice. You can contact David via his website, DavidGerstel.com.
“General Requirements” are a big cost on virtually every project, yet they are often underestimated or outright overlooked.
If you charge for the estimate, David Gerstel argues, you have an obligation to share your numbers with customers.
Subcontractors often fail to cover all work in their trades when they submit bids. Here are some solutions.