Elemental Cost Analaysis

• Used for similar previous projecrts as a basis for the estimate . 
• THe cost is computed on a superficial or floor area basis but the overall superficial unit cost is broken down into elements and sub-elements . 
• It is possible to make cost adjustment for variaitons in design in the new project as compare with the previous scheme . 
• Necessaryh to update the costs to take into account of increased costs which have occurred since the tender date of the project for which costs analaysis is available .