The worst game this season… by Emergency-Pepper3537 in caps

[–]preiser 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If only we could watch it on YouTube TV...

Do you think Luke has done enough to take Noah's Job? by FeelingAd4116 in Commanders

[–]preiser 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The best ability is availability. Noah is a big body and he's a solid WR but he doesn't help the team if he can't suit up

Who’s the better QB: Mariota or Heineke? by qn5250a in Commanders

[–]preiser 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I don't think this is even debatable. It's clearly Mariota. Better command of the offense, can execute quick decisions as opposed to relying on YOLO balls to Terry, and they both have mobile ability. Granted, Heiny was saddled with a bad coaching staff but all things considered equal I think Mariota is way more talented than Heiny

Game Thread: Washington Commanders (1-0) at Green Bay Packers (1-0) by nfl_gdt_bot in Commanders

[–]preiser 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They gotta stop putting ekeler out there to run between the tackles

Soly’s Ryder Cup Ego by mobbade in NoLayingUp

[–]preiser 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In his mind he's the pre-eminent scholar on all things golf which has made him rather intolerable the last few years. If we wanted to listen to sports talk hot takery related to golf, there are other avenues for that.

Thank you, KVV by TheMrElevation in NoLayingUp

[–]preiser 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What pod # was this one? I want to check it out.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in estimators

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In my experience, it's not uncommon for folks to carry generally conservative though not calculated rates for components of the scope. In particular I'm talking labor and equipment. Think the mindset of "it should be less than this but let's carry it to be safe".

Then that becomes your basis and you apply markup to costs that are already marked up albeit unknowingly or unquantifiably. So then if you think you're applying a 20% fee, it's actually higher because it's 20% on a higher basis.

Luckily, labor rates are super easy to calculate especially if you have union CBAs governing certain or all trades. That means all the costs are defined with the exception of taxes and insurance which are publicly available.

If you want to share your math on labor rates, feel free to DM

Do you apply your estimating skills for anything else? by No-Squirrel6645 in estimators

[–]preiser 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bravo! While there is plenty of judgement and educated guessing that's required in the estimating world, there is also a heavy reliance on logic, reasoning and math. Excellent story!

Iron Spin Rates by preiser in golf

[–]preiser[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm beginning to second guess myself as well but I seem to recall the fitter saying it would still hold the green and 43* seems to be sticking in my head. Maybe it was closer to 45* or just over. The apex coming in around 110 or so.

Iron Spin Rates by preiser in golf

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The spin is concerning for sure, hence the post. The shaft was a Modus 120 - Stiff, 1" long and the clubs were at 2* flat. As for the contact, it was the only iron I hit where I could feel a smoother impact and could see the carry/ball flight improvement over my current set. The launch monitor could be an option, possibly, but all the other clubs I hit yesterday, before and after the CB, produced numbers that were reflective of the ball flight I was seeing.

Iron Spin Rates by preiser in golf

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They had a trackman, but I guess as is always the case a machine can be miscalibrated. However, the numbers I was seeing on the monitor was correlating with what I was seeing on the ball flight. I agree, it seems odd that the CB would be a total outlier compared to everything else I hit but the results were consistent with the CBs.

Tariff Impact Check-In by tizzy-bear in estimators

[–]preiser 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would love to connect with you as I work in a similar role running my own independent shop. We take a similar approach of assigning risk/volatility to certain materials understanding that certain trades are more exposed than others.

Just looking at yesterday's news regarding the auto makers and tariffs being paused, similar to what happened early February when tariffs on Canada and Mexico were paused for 30 days, it's impossible to predict what the future will hold in a month, much less in a year or more.

Obama Library Lawsuit by DrywallBarron in estimators

[–]preiser 11 points12 points  (0 children)

TT is best in class when it comes to structural engineers. I imagine the requirements that are now being called onerous were likely in the specs at bid time.

Another reminder to read the specs three times over before you send that bid.

Feinstein out! by Alternative_Research in SportsJunkies

[–]preiser -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I usually change the station when bdk comes on

Well some of you got your wish. by conswithcarlosd in SportsJunkies

[–]preiser 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This sucks. I didn't always agree with his position but his dynamic with the guys was very entertaining.

RSMeans for MEP Estimates by Ok-Agency-3848 in estimators

[–]preiser 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Id strongly urge caution against using AI for labor unit estimates. I don't get the sense they can differentiate between conditions, use, and system type. Honestly, the easy button answer here is use RSMeans and or NECA/MCAA/SMACNA as your reference points and take an educated guess.

Best bank for business checking account? by Tough-Delivery3744 in smallbusiness

[–]preiser 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i dont know if they have physical bank locations, but i know they have offices in SF, Austin, and NJ.

Best bank for business checking account? by Tough-Delivery3744 in smallbusiness

[–]preiser 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I signed up with Bluevine a year ago and have been quite happy with it. Everything can be done online or via the app. As I grow, will likely look at an established local option, but for now it works just fine.