Homeowner maintenance reference manual including 380 residential workmanship guidelines covering conditions and maintenance for topics including: floors and ceilings; roofs and gutters; foundations and basements; interior/exterior components; grounds; utility systems; and walls. Homeowner and builder maintenance responsibilities are stated along with the performance guideline and additional information for each topic. Green home construction is also covered.

The most comprehensive guide to material selection & installation It takes a wise choice of building materials and details to create durable, attractive, and affordable custom homes and remodeling projects. Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction provides up-to-date, field-tested recommendations that help professionals balance cost and performance when designing and building residential projects. Steven Bliss, former editorial director of The Journal of Light Construction and founding editor of Progressive Builder, draws on his extensive knowledge as a practicing builder, designer, and construction editor to help building professionals select the right materials for every job and install them with confidence. This one-stop resource covers the real-world challenges of material selection and installation so designers, contractors, and building owners can make informed decisions for all major building components. Useful to architects, designers, and specifiers--as well as contractors, builders, and developers--Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction features: * More than 200 photos and illustrations of critical residential construction details * Installation tips and cautions that help prevent costly product failures * Descriptions of the latest composites and synthetics that are changing the way we build * Easy-to-use charts for making quick product comparisons * An authoritative guide to indoor air quality and healthy house construction

NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNT FOR THIS PRINT PRODUCT--OVERSTOCK SALE -- Significantly reduced list price. Content published in June 2006. It presents seismic design and construction guidance for one- and two-family light frame residential structures that can be utilized by homebuilders, homeowners, and other non-engineers, and provides supplemental information to the 2003 edition of the International Residential Code. Includes background information on the principles of seismic resistance and how earthquake forces impact conventional residential construction and more detailed information on architectural considerations. Discussions of masonry and stone elements, examples of typical floor plans for earthquake resistant one- and two-story homes, excerpts of seismic requirements from building codes, and checklists for home builders are included. The guide also presents a series of "above code recommendations" and low cost measures that would increase the performance of the building and help keep it functional after an earthquake. Homeowners, homebuilders, home construction crews, home constructioncontractors, home designers, home architects, structural engineers, and others involved in the structure of builing a home may be interested in this book guidance. from FEMA. Related products: Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards: A Hanbook is available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/064-000-00060-8 Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards: Supporting Documentation is available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/064-000-00061-6 Taking Shelter From the Storm: Building a Safe Room for Your Home or Small Business; Includes Construction Plans (CD) can be found here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/064-000-00069-1 The Seismic Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings is available here: https: //bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/024-005-01322-9

Starts out with detailed coverage of standard building materials and up-to-date how-to information about modern power tools and safety requirements...explores all the standard framing methods...demystifies some of the more obscure tasks, such as building gable dormers...and structural foundations. "Popular Mechanics." "

"I began building tiny houses back in 2009 when I built one for my mom. The house she was living in was starting to fall apart and become unlivable, so I knew I had to find her alternative housing. After researching various options I discovered the tiny house movement and realized that it was the perfect solution for her. A tiny house could be constructed to very high standards and still be affordable, plus it can be easily moved"--Author

Lockhart and Carroll take readers step by step through a series of helpful illustrations that present solutions for building a home.

NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNT FOR THIS PRINT PRODUCT -- OVERSTOCK SALE -- Signficantly reduced lsit price FEMA produced this series of 37 fact sheets to provide technical guidance and recommendations concerning the construction of coastal residential buildings. The fact sheets present information aimed at improving the performance of buildings subject to flood and wind forces in coastal environments. Photographs and drawings illustrate National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) regulatory requirements, the proper siting of coastal buildings, and recommended design and construction practices for building components, including structural connections, the building envelope, and utilities. Many of the fact sheets also include lists of FEMA and other resources that provide more information about the topics discussed. Where appropriate, resources are accompanied by active web links. A list of the individual fact sheets that are contained inFEMA P-499, follows.Category 1 GeneralFact Sheet No. 1.1, Coastal Building Successes and FailuresFact Sheet No. 1.2, Summary of Coastal Construction Requirements and RecommendationsFact Sheet No. 1.3, Using a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)Fact Sheet No. 1.4, Lowest Floor ElevationFact Sheet No. 1.5, V-Zone Design and Construction CertificationFact Sheet No. 1.6, Designing for Flood Levels Above the BFEFact Sheet No. 1.7, Coastal Building MaterialsFact Sheet No. 1.8, Non-Traditional Building Materials and SystemsFact Sheet No. 1.9, Moisture Barrier Systems Category 2 Planning Fact Sheet No. 2.1, How Do Siting and Design Decisions Affect the Owner's Costs?Fact Sheet No. 2.2, Selecting a Lot and Siting the Building Category 3 Foundations Fact Sheet No. 3.1, Foundations in Coastal AreasFact Sheet No. 3.2, Pile InstallationFact Sheet No. 3.3, Wood-Pile-to-Beam ConnectionsFact Sheet No. 3.4, Reinforced Masonry Pier ConstructionFact Sheet No. 3.5, Foundation Walls Category 4 Load Paths Fact Sheet No. 4.1, Load PathsFact Sheet No. 4.2, Masonry DetailsFact Sheet No. 4.3, Use of Connectors and Brackets Category 5 Wall Systems Fact Sheet No. 5.1, HousewrapFact Sheet No. 5.2, Roof-to-Wall and Deck-to-Wall FlashingFact Sheet No. 5.3, Siding Installation in High-Wind RegionsFact Sheet No. 5.4, Attachment of Brick Veneer In High-Wind Regions Category 6 Openings Fact Sheet No. 6.1, Window and Door InstallationFact Sheet No. 6.2, Protection of Openings Shutters and Glazing Category 7 - Roofing Fact Sheet No. 7.1, Roof Sheathing InstallationFact Sheet No. 7.2, Roof Underlayment for Asphalt Shingle RoofsFact Sheet No. 7.3, Asphalt Shingle Roofing for High-Wind RegionsFact Sheet No. 7.4, Tile Roofing for High-Wind AreasFact Sheet No. 7.5, Minimizing Water Intrusion through Roof Vents in High-Wind RegionsFact Sheet No. 7.6, Metal Roof Systems in High-Wind Regions Category 8 Attachments Fact Sheet No. 8.1, Enclosures and Breakaway WallsFact Sheet No. 8.2, Decks, Pools, and Accessory StructuresFact Sheet No. 8.3, Protecting Utilities Category 9 Repairs Fact Sheet No. 9.1, Repairs, Remodeling, Additions, and Retrofitting FloodFact Sheet No. 9.2, Repairs, Remodeling, Additions, and Retrofitting Wind Category G Guide Fact Sheet No. G.1, Technical Fact Sheet GuideFact Sheet No. G.2, References and Resources"

Keep construction on track with helpful checklists Turn your dream of a custom home into reality! Thinking about building your own home? This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to plan and build a beautiful home on any budget. From acquiring land to finding the best architect to overseeing the construction, you get lots of savvy tips on managing your new investment wisely -- and staying sane during the process! Discover how to: * Find the best homesite * Navigate the plan approval process * Obtain financing * Hire the right contractor * Cut design and construction costs * Avoid common mistakes

Meant for home builders to help them streamline their work, save time, and avoid costly mistakes. Including checklists, code information and technical data, this title is aimed at those involved in the home building industry.

The Complete Home Building Guidebook, written by Howard Zuckerman is based on the last 35 years of experience in building homes in the Atlanta, GA marketplace. Written in easy to understand language, this book will take the reader through each phase of the home building process. This guidebook includes numerous bullet points, charts, illustrations, photographs, checklists, forms and documents. Each of the chapters presents information that can potentially save or earn the reader thousands of dollars.CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO HOME BUILDING: This chapter discusses: -What this book will discuss-The traits of a home builder-The 4 P's of Marketing-The day to day life of a small builderCHAPTER 2: TYPES OF HOME BUILDERS AND MARKET SEGMENTATION: This chapter discusses: -The types of home builders-The types of housing marketsCHAPTER 3: LAND: LOCATING, CONTRACTING AND DUE DILIGENCE: This chapter discusses: -How to find a suitable parcel of land-How to contract for the land-Methods of purchase the land-The due diligence processes-Property issues-Legal issues-TeardownsCHAPTER 4: ASSEMBLING THE HOME BUILDING TEAM: This chapter discusses: -How to assemble the best home building team and who the various players areCHAPTER 5: DESIGNING THE HOUSE PLANS: This chapter discusses: -Finding the right house plan to fit the market and the lot-Reviewing the local demographics-What goes in a great house plan-How to find the best designer-Various types of home styles-Siting the house on the lot-Efficient floor plans-Design features-Universal design-Smart homes-Green homesCHAPTER 6: WORKING DRAWINGS: This chapter discusses: -How to find the right architect/designer-Questions to ask the architect/designer-Reading the working drawings-What to know about house plan copyrights-Items to review in the working drawings-Landscape designCHAPTER 7: SELECTING THE VARIOUS MATERIALS: This chapter discusses: -Reviewing the features of comparable homes-The house plan specificationsCHAPTER 8: ESTIMATING, BIDDING & DOCUMENTATION: This chapter discusses-How to estimate the working drawings-Various methods to estimate-The various components to estimate-How to value engineer-Estimating mistakes-How to find suitable subcontractors and vendors-How to get the various quotes-How to contract for the workCHAPTER 9: CRUNCHING THE NUMBERS: PREPARING THE BUDGETS & PROFORMA: This chapter discusses: -The price per square foot costs-Soft or indirect costs-Hard costs-Profit margins-How to determine what you can pay for the dirt-The risks associated with building-The Go or No decisionCHAPTER 10: FINANCING THE PROJECT: DEBT & EQUITY: This chapter discusses-Lot loans-Acquisition & development loans-Construction loans-Equity requirements-Construction & permanent loansCHAPTER 11: THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS: This chapter discusses: -Pre-construction-Scheduling-Construction starts-Gantt charts-Reviewing the subcontractor's work-Quality assurance-Performance testing-Potential construction issues-Safety in the workplaceCHAPTER 12: DEALING WITH SUBCONTRACTORS, VENDORS AND INSPECTORS: This chapter discusses-How to find the best trade partners-InspectorsCHAPTER 13: THE SALES PROCESS: This chapter discusses-How will the home builder market the house?-Models vs staging-Professional photographs-Curb appeal-Home builder branding-How to price the home-The monthly costs for the home buyer-Real estate commissions-Seller closing costs-When to list the home-Price negotiations-Negotiating strategies-Earnest money-Allowances-Standard upgrades-Change orders-Dealing with the purchaser's appraisal-The sales office-Traffic reports-Comparable studies -Sales techniquesCHAPTER 14: WORKING WITH THE HOME BUYER: This chapter discusses: -Types of home buyers-Pros and cons of customer home building vs speculative building-Pre-sale buyers-Types of contract-Selection of materials-Walk through of the house-Construction draws-Dealing with the home buyer's inspector-Warranty-Dealing with difficult home buyers-Dealing with real estate agentsCHAPTER 15: PRE-CLOSING, AT THE CLOSING & POST CLOSING: This chapter discusses: -Pre-closing-At the closing-Post-closingCHAPTER 16: THE BUSINESS END OF HOME BUILDING: This chapter discusses: -Setting up the new ownership entity-Licenses requires-Business plan and mission statement-Setting up your office-Employee manual-Bookkeeping/Accounting-Insurance and bonds-Accounting reports-Software-Filing system-Organizational chart-Meetings-Membership-Subscriptions-Time management-Successful business practices to followCHAPTER 17: LOT DEVELOPMEN T: This chapter discusses: -Lot development-Feasibility studies-Scaling up the home builder's expertiseCHAPTER 18: ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS: This chapter discusses: -Items to include when pricing the job-Kitchen renovations-Bathroom renovations-Basement additions-Expanding the footprint-Adding a second story-Other areas to renovate -18 Renovation mistakesPPENDIX: This section includes-A glossary of terms-Types of construction equipment-Resource links-Photography of the home building processThis book is targeted towards: -Entrepreneurs who want to enter the home building business-Small home builders who want to organize their business for profitability-Production builders who want to have a training tool for their employees-Fix and flip renovators who want to elevate their game-Individuals who want to build their new home and want an understanding of the process-The various team players in the home building process that want to make themselves more valuable to their clients-Real estate sales agents that want to understand the home building process