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Demolition & Abatement - Ultimate Guide

Construction Estimating Ultimate Guide

The hidden costs of rework

The credibility checklist

GCs want quotes they can defend internally. Use standardized sections, keep structure auditable, and show change history.

Scope before storyboards

Why structure matters

Complex quotes fail for two reasons: unclear scope and hidden risk. Clear structure makes costs auditable, speeds approvals, and protects margin.

SOW sections that matter

Set your theme & blocks

Compare versions, annotate deltas, and export a change log.

The TIBR change-order workflow

Acceptance criteria builder

Define “done” per deliverable, attach evidence types, and list decision cadences.

What to generate in TIBR

Rapid quote steps

Rollout template

Template sections

Upload & triage

Split into Site, Structural, Envelope, MEP, Interiors, GC conditions.

Prompt blocks to include

Matrix first, narrative second

Template once, reuse forever

Prompt blocks

Catalog setup

Search the catalog inside TIBR and append lines with your brand formatting.

Scope and pricing tiers

Why prompts matter in estimating

AI quoting is only as strong as the inputs you feed it. A specific prompt acts like a crisp project brief.

Package your SLA, not just hours

Why SOWs drift

Vague deliverables and soft boundaries invite changes that erode margin and delay schedules.

How to evaluate tools (framework)

Score options 1–5 by criteria and weight by priorities. Spreadsheets win on cost; AI-assisted tools like TIBR score on speed and structure.

Scope and sequencing

Quote with visible unit rates

Build the tech pack first

Match model to uncertainty

Scope components

The usual suspects

Bundle services the right way

Decode the RFQ package

Bundle the scope

Fit-out scope items to lock

Where margin leaks happen

The most common leaks are scope creep, rushed value engineering, and unpriced risk.

Compliance matrix first

Lock the kitchen program

Diagnose and document

Define triggers & responsibilities

Device & network clarity

Scope the job correctly

Clear assumptions upfront

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