GeneralCOST Estimator for Excel

General Construction Cost Estimating Software for Excel is a tool that can save you time and money while increasing your bidding success in the construction industry. It is designed for contractors, builders, cost estimators, architects and construction professionals who are looking for a more efficient way to estimate costs.

The software is contained completely within an MS Excel file with several built-in cost data worksheets. It improves on the capabilities of Excel and allows you to quickly create, build, and manage your cost estimates. The software is designed to be user-friendly and has been created specifically for use in the construction industry.

GeneralCOST Estimator contains industry-standard cost data in the CSI format (MasterFormat) for all cost categories covering general construction. The software includes current unit prices for materials and labor, including labor hours. City indexes are automatically applied to adjust costs for your local area. It is easy to modify and add cost data to suit your local conditions and business, and you can assign your own overhead and profit applications.

The software instantly creates user-modifiable, on-screen, and printed estimate reports, including price quotations, bills of material, and several levels of detailed reports. It has a built-in HTML help system and online step-by-step tutorials to make learning fast and easy.

GeneralCOST Estimator can be used as an estimating and bidding tool to save time, improve accuracy, and achieve greater success. If increased accuracy, a fast learning curve, greater profits, and lower risk are important to you, then GeneralCOST Estimator is the software for you. It is designed and developed in the USA by CPR Software, a leading provider of cost estimating software tools and cost data for the construction industry since 1986.