Estimating in Building Construction

(Barré) #1
Web Resources

http://www.wwpa.org


http://www.apawood.org


http://www.wpma.org


http://www.bc.com


http://www.southernpine.com


http://www.calredwood.org


Review Questions


  1. What unit of measure is used for lumber?

  2. Determine the number of board feet for the following
    order:
    190  2  4  8  0 
    1,120 2  4  12  0 
    475  2  6  16  0 
    475  2  12  16  0 
    18  2  8  18  0 

  3. How would you determine the number of studs
    required for a project?

  4. How do you determine the number of joists required?

  5. What is the difference between pitch and slope, as the
    terms pertain to roofing?
    6. Determine the length of rafter required for each of the
    following conditions if the run is 16 0 :
    1/12 pitch
    1/6 pitch
    3 in 12 slope
    4 in 12 slope
    7. What unit of measure is used for plywood when it is
    used for sheathing? How is plywood waste kept to a
    minimum?
    8. What unit of measure is most likely to be used for lami-
    nated beams?
    9. What unit of measure is most likely to be used for wood
    decking? How is it determined?

  6. What unit of measure is used for wood trim? If it
    requires a finish, where is this information noted?

  7. Determine the flooring material required for the resi-
    dence in Appendix B.

  8. Determine the wall materials required for the residence
    in Appendix B.

  9. Determine the ceiling materials required for the resi-
    dence in Appendix B.

  10. Determine the roof materials required for the residence
    in Appendix B.


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