You don't need an MBA to create and run a thriving residential construction business, but you do need a tight grip on the fundamentals of construction management and business organization. In this completely revised second edition, David Gerstel shows how to create accurate estimates, set up an office, shop for insurance and keep the books, how to find the right jobs, figure costs, make bids, write strong contracts and handle change orders. The new edition includes updates on business information technology and a discussion of how the increasing complexity in construction...
You don't need an MBA to create and run a thriving residential construction business, but you do need a tight grip on the fundamentals of construct...
The For Pros By Pros titles are compilations of articles from Fine Homebuilding magazine, selected by the editors of the magazine and organized by subject. New articles from recent issues of the magazine have been added to this edition of Remodeling a Kitchen. Updated and redesigned throughout, this book gives builders the very best current information on this ever-popular home improvement topic.
The For Pros By Pros titles are compilations of articles from Fine Homebuilding magazine, selected by the editors of the magazine and organized by sub...
If your'e working alone, this book will be your second set of hands. You won't have to wait for a helper or pass up a job that seems too difficult to do alone. And if youre a homeowner working on your own house, you will be amazed at what you can accomplish.
Written by a builder with 30 years' experience, Working Alone is packed with more than 50 innovative tips and techniques. You'll learn how to handle nearly every aspect of home construction alone, from foundation layout to raising walls to building decks.
This book, the only one of its kind, offers...
If your'e working alone, this book will be your second set of hands. You won't have to wait for a helper or pass up a job that seems too difficult ...
Getting organized is a perennially popular topic for home DIYers. Everyone wants to make optimal use of the space in their homes, and simply knowing where to find something when you need it saves frustration and time in our busy lives. Intelligently designed storage is the answer, and custom built-ins are often the most efficient and attractive ways to achieve storage goals.
This Stanley-branded book includes step-by-step projects for every room in the house, from the mudroom to the attic. After introductory chapters on tools and materials and frequently used techniques, Built-Ins...
Getting organized is a perennially popular topic for home DIYers. Everyone wants to make optimal use of the space in their homes, and simply knowin...
Windows and Doors contains the best field-tested residential construction and remodeling information available for professional builders, remodelers, and homeowners who want real pro advice. Inside these covers is the information you need to spec, install, replace, or repair windows and doors. From simple jobs to more complicated ones, this book from the editors of Fine Homebuilding magazine covers a range of window and door projects, and gives you the technical help you need for a variety of projects.
In this book we've collected 21 articles from past...
Windows and Doors contains the best field-tested residential construction and remodeling information available for professional builders, ...
You never know what you'll encounter during a remodel, so you have to be prepared to work around problems when they inevitably arise. In Remodel Plumbing, third-generation master plumber Rex Cauldwell provides real-world problems and solutions that you can use to figure out problems on your own jobs.
This book covers the full range of pipe types you'll likely encounter on a remodel job, including steel, copper, PB, CPVC, and PEX. You won't just learn how to install them, but how to tie them into existing systems. This complete guide explains:
The water supply...
You never know what you'll encounter during a remodel, so you have to be prepared to work around problems when they inevitably arise. In Remodel Pl...
Stair building combines precision carpentry with tricky math, so even experienced builders find it challenging. But as this extensively illustrated book demonstrates, any builder who can measure the distance between two floors can plan and build a stunning set of stairs. By clearly laying out the geometry, planning, and construction involved, author Andy Engel takes the reader from a simple structure built of framing lumber to a set of stairs fit for a king. From building and installing railings to using off-the-shelf stair parts, Building Stairs lays out the...
Stair building combines precision carpentry with tricky math, so even experienced builders find it challenging. But as this extensively illustrated...
Smart remodeling decisions start here. Get the bathroom you've always wanted and get a solid return on your investment. Written by and for working professionals, Bathroom Remodeling is your roadmap to tackling the typical challenges of bath makeovers, getting the most for your dollar, and adding value to your home.
Be prepared - learn from the best in the business. Totally updated and expanded, this best seller familiarizes you with every facet of bathroom design and installation, from carving out a bath from a closet to...
Smart remodeling decisions start here. Get the bathroom you've always wanted and get a solid return on your investment. Written by...
Current with codes through 2017: For Pros By Pros: Builder Tested / Code-Approved
Updated classic. Wiring a House: 5th Edition, is a must-have reference on home wiring - essential for homeowners, electricians, and apprentices. You'll find all the information is updated to the latest electrical code and contains significant revisions that impact residential work, including:
Expanded AFCI and GFCI protection in homes
New approaches to ensure the safety of photovoltaic (PV) electrical systems
New methods to...
Current with codes through 2017: For Pros By Pros: Builder Tested / Code-Approved
All new...completely updated best-seller: Framing Floors, Walls & Ceilings. With a fresh new design and the latest, up-to-the-minute content, this edition more than lives up to its billing as part of the For Pros By Pros series. Loaded with essential field-tested information from working pros it's the go-to resource for pros and serious non-pros, covering all this and more:
Construction methods, techniques, and trade secrets from some of today's finest builders from across the country
In-depth instruction on specific types of framing...
All new...completely updated best-seller: Framing Floors, Walls & Ceilings. With a fresh new design and the latest, up-to...
