The local multiplier adjusts the calculated costs to the location of the building. Residential Estimator automatically uses a local multiplier based on the ZIP or Postal Code entered on the General Information screen (using the local multipliers in Section F of the Residential Cost Handbook). This default local multiplier displays to the right of this field. To override the automatic local multiplier for an estimate, enter the desired multiplier in this field (using a number between 0.1 and 6.00).
Example: To set the Local Multiplier to 1.15, enter 1.15 in this field.
To increase or decrease costs for unusual situations, such as remote locations, resort locations, shortages, surpluses, etc., use the Local Multiplier Adjustment. This adjustment can be applied to the default Local Multiplier or the one you enter here in the Local Multiplier field.