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Books & Manuals for Contractors ~ Design/Build
Construction Fundamentals ~ Residential
Construction ~ Building Materials ~ Plan Reading |
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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
Hardcover: 1008 pages
Publisher: Wiley; 5 edition
(December 10, 2008) ISBN: 047007468X |
| Now in its Fifth Edition, this
essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of
architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The bestselling reference focuses
on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common
construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and
reinforced concrete... |
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Residential and Light Commercial Construction Paperback: 575 pages
Publisher: R.S. Means Co; 3rd edition
(July 1, 2008) ISBN: 0876290128 |
| This one-stop reference is a
unique collection of industry standards that define quality in construction. For
contractors, architects, owners, engineers, facility managers, building officials, home
inspectors, and insurance personnel, this book provides authoritative requirements and
recommendations compiled from the nation's leading professional associations, industry
publications, and building code organizations. This reference covers every aspect of
building construction, organized by CSI MasterFormat division. |
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Fundamentals of Residential Construction Hardcover: 640 pages
Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition
(February 24, 2006) ISBN: 0471681792 |
| Fundamentals of Residential
Construction, Second Edition, features the most up-to-date explanations of today's
residential construction systems. From foundation to roof and exterior finishes to
interior details, this new edition thoroughly addresses the latest developments in
materials and methods of house construction, including energy efficiency, framing, and
roofing... |
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Construction
Materials, Methods, and Techniques Hardcover: 1232 pages
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 2 edition
(August 21, 2006) ISBN: 1418001813 |
| This comprehensive, newly updated
book extensively explores construction materials and properties as well as current methods
of residential and commercial building construction. Revisions reflect the changes based
on the 2004 Edition of Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat and
follows the logical sequence of a construction project. Complete with current information
that is the result of input from hundreds of manufacturers and professional and trade
organizations, it makes frequent reference to building codes relating to various
construction materials and methods. |
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Builder's Essentials: Plan Reading & Material Takeoff Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: R.S. Means Company
(June 1994) ISBN: 0876293488 |
| A Complete Resource for
Residential and Light Commercial Contractors -- based on the latest construction materials
and methods. Learn how to read and interpret building plans, create an accurate takeoff
using a complete set of working drawings. Each chapter covers a major construction
division, such as concrete, masonry and carpentry -- and uses plans, details and tables to
illustrate plan reading and takeoff procedures. Over 160 illustrations. |
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Print Reading for Construction: Residential and Commercial Spiral-bound: 352 pages
Publisher: Goodheart-Willcox Co; 5th edition
(January 1, 2005) ISBN: 1590703472 |
| Print Reading for Construction is
designed to assist students in reading and understanding residential and commercial
prints. Suitable for vocational students, apprentices, and building trades workers who
want to increase their knowledge of print reading and construction drawings. The
combination text and workbook presents a thorough discussion of print reading techniques,
starting with the basics of print reading and progressing to advanced topics... |
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DEWALT Blueprint Reading Professional Reference (Dewalt
Trade Reference Series)
Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: DEWALT; 1st ed
(May 12, 2006) ISBN: 0977000354 |
| This pocket reference covers a
multitude of trade industries, and gives plumbers, carpenters, roofers, electricians,
flooring installers, and others access to all the important information. Readers will
learn how to read and understand blueprints, sections, elevations, schedules, site plans,
architectural plans, structural plans, plumbing plans, HVAC & mechanical plans,
electrical plans, and more. A comprehensive glossary of terms and abbreviations is also
included for those on-the-job situations when a quick refresher is a must! |
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