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    Highlights

    Essential Estimating Tips

    Dec. 18, 2023
    From the EC&M e-books library: How to ensure your next estimate is as accurate and successful as possible

    EC&M Asks Video — Tips for Determining the Correct Amount of Labor Hours

    Nov. 30, 2023
    In Episode 25, Don Kiper covers another popular reader-submitted question on electrical estimating best practices.
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    How to Estimate Using Project Management Principles

    Oct. 11, 2023
    Recommendations for remaining organized throughout the electrical estimating process
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    The Most Important Definitions for Electrical Estimators

    July 12, 2023
    Twenty terms every estimator should understand
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    EC&M Asks Video — How to Choose Electrical Estimating Software

    June 22, 2023
    Don Kiper shares recommendations for choosing estimating software in Episode 18.

    Recommended

    eBook: Essential Estimating Tips

    Dec. 20, 2023
    From the EC&M e-books library: How to ensure your next estimate is as accurate and successful as possible
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    Understanding Labor Hours and Labor Costs

    Oct. 14, 2022
    Take a look at the labor components that will contribute to an accurate estimate.
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    Eight Timeless Estimating Principles

    July 13, 2022
    Don't miss these time-proven tips from the pages of yesteryear.
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    Identifying Estimator Errors

    April 13, 2022
    An inside look at the most common mistakes estimators make and how to prevent them
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    Getting the Bid Out on Time

    Jan. 11, 2022
    Eight factors behind every quality bid that is submitted in a timely manner