some call it a stop or an opening i call it a drop and i figure $30 a drop for a custom house. 1 drop per switch, outlet,light box. 240volt appliance= 2drops, service panel=2 drops, meter can = 2 drops phone and tv combo = 1.5 drops. that includes all standard recpt's, switches and smoke dectors. decor switches, dimmers, exhaust fans and all light fixtures including can lights are extra.
this method works best for me because it is easier to add or subtract a device or drop from the bid price. i tried using the sq. ft. method and using an estimating program from mike holt. holt's method is very thorough and exact whereas you do a complete material takeoff and plug it in to the forms. this is very time consuming however, it helped me develope the per drop price. you will have to adjust the labor units in holt's pgm to suite your area.
hopes this helps. thx., ken m
