Module 4: Summary

ESTIMATING

Module 4: Excavation Work

SUMMARY

KEY TERMS

Key terms in this module are presented below. Definitions can be reviewed by selecting the Glossary in the "Other Tools" in the course navigation bar.

• Backfill

• Bulk Excavation

• Compaction Factor

• Existing Grade

• Future Grades

• Payline

• Perimeter Excavation

• Slope Factor

• Swell Factor

REVIEW QUESTIONS

Possible review questions for Module 4:

• properly describe and record items encountered under the Division or heading of Sitework

• successfully prepare a takeoff for Sitework, with its associated Sections including Clearings and Grubbing, Excavation, Backfill and Sub Drainage

• interpret plans and specifications as they relate to excavation

• setup an excavation estimate in a clear logical order

SUMMARY

This module provided a methodology or an approach to takeoff excavation relating to residential estimate. Estimating principles including properly setting up an estimate were illustrated. A simple basement foundation and a foundation with an attached garage was illustrated with an in-depth explanation relating how to complete the excavation takeoff.