This comprehensive reference covers all aspects of cost planning and estimating for facilities maintenance: 
- A comprehensive approach to M & R planning and budgeting for all major building types in the private and public sector
- Expert advice on M & R requirements for building components
- Easy-to-follow tips & examples on assembly costs into a defensible budget
- Understanding operating costs and exploring opportunities for improvement 
- Building a maintenance and repair cost profile 
- Addresses 10 major building types, including corporate, hospitals, offices, more
Foreword.
Preface & Acknowledgements.
Part 1: Facilities Operations Planning.
Chapter 1: The Building Proforma.
Chapter 2: Capital Planning.
Chapter 3: Maintenance Outsourcing.
Chapter 4: Benchmarking Facility Maintenance.
Chapter 5: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
Chapter 6: Codes and regulations.
Part 2: Maintenance Requirements by Building Component.
Chapter 7: Foundations, Substructures, and Superstructures.
Chapter 8: Roofing.
Chapter 9: Interior Finishes.
Chapter 10: Conveying Systems.
Chapter 11: Mechanical Systems.
Chapter 12: Electrical.
Chapter 13: Landscaping.
Part 3: Estimating and Budgeting Maintenance Costs.
Chapter 14: Using Means Facilities Maintenance & Repair Cost Data.
Chapter 15: Maintenance & Repair Estimating.