hi,
i am doing a survey to find out whether i am crazy or if people just want something for nothing.
i have been looking at a few houses to wire. one is 2000 sq. ft. no plans and another is 6000 sq. ft. with plans.
my question is what is the best way to bid a job like these?
i used to bid jobs by the opening but that doesnt seem to work anymore. now i try to do it by the sq. ft. and that isnt doing any good.
i hear of electricians wiring houses for .70 a sq. ft. i cant and wont work for that. i would like to get 2.25 to 2.50 a sq. ft. but i cant seem to even get anything at 1.50 a sq. ft.
i usually include the permit and administartive work as well as the service, rough-in and trim. no fixtures.
i have a couple estimating programs but a lot of times i just visit the site and look at the job...occasionally i will do a take off from the plans if there are any.
i live and work in kentucky and i charge the following rates...
RES: $45 HR
COMM: $55 HR
IND: $65
does this sound fair?
any input would be GREATLY appreciated!!!!
-regards
frodo
