CSI Cost Categories

Question

What categories are included in Goldenseal construction estimating software, for organizing construction costs?

Diagnosis

User wants to know what Categories are used in Goldenseal for estimating and 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

Soft Costs

  • 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.