CSI Cost Categories

Question

What categories are included in Goldenseal for job costing construction costs?

Diagnosis

User wants to know what categories are used in Goldenseal for job costing.

NOTE-- Users may refer to it as a "chart of accounts", since programs like Quickbooks use accounts for tracking job costs (Goldenseal uses Cost Categories for that, instead).

Solution

Here is a listing of main categories and subcategories included in the CSI Category System. There are 16 main construction "hard cost" categories. There are also 11 "soft cost" categories".

General Conditions Div 1

• Project Overhead
• Permits & Fees
• Insurance & Legal
• Professional Services
• Temporaries
• Cranes & Scaffolds
• Rentals
• Utilities
• Setup & Callbacks
• Other General Conditions
• Dumpsters & Dump Runs
• Interim Cleanup
• Final Cleanup

Site Preparation Div 2

• Soil Tests & Drilling
• Site Clearing
• Demo- Surfaces
• Demo- Structures
• Demo- Other
• Site & Vegetation Protect
• Pilings & Caissons
• Project Utilities
• Other Site Work
• Grading & Dozing
• Trenching
• Fill & Haulage
• Site Drainage
• Septic Systems
• Other Excavation
• Finish Grading
• Fencing
• Walks & Special Surfaces
• Retaining Walls & Stairs
• Plantings
• Roads & Drives
• Other Landscaping

Concrete Div 3

• Forms & Reinforcing
• Concrete Footings
• Concrete Walls
• Concrete Floor Slabs
• Specialty Slabs
• Beams & Stairs
• Concrete Accessories
• Other Concrete

Masonry Div 4

• Walls & Foundations
• Brickwork
• Fireplace & Chimney
• Stucco Coatings
• Stone & Earth Work
• Other Masonry

Ironwork Div 5

• Structural Metal
• Metal Joists & Decking
• Ornamental Metal Work
• Other Metals

Wood & Plastic Div 6

• Sills & Basement Framing
• Beams & Trusses
• Floor Assemblies
• Exterior Wall Assemblies
• Interior Wall Assemblies
• Roof Assemblies
• Ceiling & Soffit Framing
• Stair Framing
• Framing Repairs
• Decks
• Porches
• Garages
• Nails & Framing Hardware
• Other Framing
• Exterior Window & Door Trim
• Fascia & Soffit Trim
• Deck & Porch Trim
• Other Exterior Trim
• Window Trim
• Door Trim
• Baseboards
• Shelving
• Interior Stairs
• Trim Hardware
• Other Trim

Thermal & Moisture Div 7

• Roofing Materials
• Flashing
• Gutters & Downspouts
• Skylights
• Other Roofing
• Underlayment & Flashing
• Siding Materials
• Other Siding
• Foundation Waterproofing
• Perimeter Slab Insulation
• Floor Insulation
• Wall Insululation
• Roof Insulation
• Vapor Barrier & Vents
• Caulking & Sealants
• Other Insulation

Windows & Doors Div 8

• Factory Windows- Wood
• Factory Windows- Metal
• Custom Windows
• Window Repairs
• Window Hardware & Screens
• Other Windows
• Factory Pre-Hung Doors
• Exterior Entry Doors
• Custom Doors
• Locksets
• Weatherstripping
• Door Repairs
• Garage Doors
• Other Doors

Finishes Div 9

• Ceramic Wall Tiles
• Quarry Tile & Slate
• Specialty Glass & Blocks
• Other Tile & Glass
• Wallboard
• Plaster & Taped Finish
• Paneling & Wainscote
• Ceiling Tiles & Panels
• Wall & Ceiling Repairs
• Other Wall & Ceiling
• Prep Work
• Interior Painting
• Exterior Painting
• Other Painting
• New Wood Flooring
• Vinyl & Tile
• Carpeting
• Refinishing & Repair
• Other Floor Finishes

Specialties DIv 10

• Intercom & Security
• Mailboxes & Directories
• Fire Equipment
• Signs & Graphics
• Bath Accessories
• Other Specialties
• Kitchen Appliances
• Laundry Appliances
• Other Appliances

Equipment Div 11

• Other Equipment

Furnishings Div 12

• Kitchen Cabinets
• Countertops
• Bath & Other Cabinets
• Drapery & Furniture

Special Construction Div 13

• Pools & Ponds
• Greenhouses & Solar
• Sheds & Barns
• Handicapped Access
• Other Special Systems

Conveying Systems Div 14

• Conveying Systems

Mechanicals Div 15

• Plumbing Utility Hookups
• Supply, Drain & Vent Lines
• Floor Drain & Sump
• Sprinkler System
• Plumbing Fixtures
• Hot Water Heater
• Boilers & Radiators
• Jacuzzi & Specialties
• Other Plumbing
• HVAC- Heat, Air Cond.
• HVAC- Venting
• Other HVAC

Electrical Div 16

• Electric Utility Hookups
• Boxes & Wiring
• Switches & Outlets
• Electrical Fixtures
• Fans & Smoke Detectors
• Heating Systems
• Other Electrical

Supervision SUP

Contingencies CON

Inflation & Escalation INFL

Land Costs LAND

Closing Costs CLO

Other Costs OTH

Overhead OH

Profit PRO

Commissions COMM

Sales Tax ST

Development Costs DEV

Comments

Some other Category Systems:

Construction Categories | Office Cost Categories

Entered 9/1/2006 by Casey.