Author: National Association of Home Builders of the United States Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional ISBN: 9780071372046 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 404
Book Description
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.
Author: National Association of Homebuilders Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing ISBN: 9780071589888 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 400
Author: David Kent Ballast Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0471931519 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 386
Book Description
The comprehensive guide to construction tolerances, newly revised and updated How much may a steel frame be out of plumb? What are the expected variations of a precast concrete panel? What is required to successfully detail finish materials on masonry? Updating and expanding on its popular first edition, the Handbook of Construction Tolerances, Second Edition remains the only comprehensive reference to the thousands of industry standard tolerances for the manufacture, fabrication, and installation of construction materials and components-- including all-important accumulated dimensional variations. Covering new materials and techniques developed since the book was first published, the Second Edition of this easy-to-use reference features: * More than 100 drawings illustrating the tolerance concepts * New sections on measuring compliance with tolerance standards; right-of-way construction; autoclaved aerated concrete; tilt-up concrete panels; interior stone wall cladding; structural insulated panels; decorative architectural glass; laminated architectural flat glass and bent glass * New guidelines on how to incorporate tolerance requirements in drawings and specifications * New information on how to apply tolerance information during contract administration With the Handbook, architects, engineers, contractors, interior designers, lawyers, and others involved in the construction industry will be armed with the information they need to design and detail more accurately, write better specifications, establish normal practice and standards of care, supervise construction, settle worksite disputes, and save time and money at every stage of building.
Author: National Association of Home Builders Publisher: Builderbooks ISBN: 9780867187458 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 68
Book Description
NAHB's Residential Construction Performance Guidelines were created to offer a third-party view of quality issues in residential construction (both new homes and remodeling). The Consumer Reference makes it easy to provide a copy of the guidelines to every customer. Sold in affordable packs of 10, the Consumer Reference is a great addition to your warranty claims process and: Help customers understand the basics of a properly constructed home and how it should perform during the warranty period Take action to resolve customer concerns before they escalate to complaints Exhibit your professionalism by showing that you consistently meet or exceed accepted industry guidelines Includes Residential Construction Performance Guidelines for: Site Work and Foundation Floors, Walls, and Roofs
Author: John Barrows Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 9781592578283 Category : House & Home Languages : en Pages : 340
Book Description
A guide to home building, renovation, and remodeling for environmentally conscientious readers or home owners looking to promote energy efficiency explains how to reduce one's personal carbon footprint, lower costs, and promote an eco-friendly lifestyle while creating one's dream home. Original.
Author: National Association of Home Builders (U.S.) Publisher: Cengage Learning ISBN: 9780867184549 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
Safety is essential on every jobsite. The Jobsite Safety Video provides an overview of the key safety issues residential builders and workers need to focus on to reduce accidents and injuries. This video is intended to be used as a part of an essential construction safety-training program. The first-ever English-Spanish jobsite safety orientation video for home builders! Based on the NAHB-OSHA Jobsite Safety Handbook, the video covers the following topics: Personal Protective Equipment, Lifting Safety, Scaffolding, Trenching and Excavation, Vehicles/Mobile Equipment, Fire Prevention, Housekeeping, Stairs and Ladders, Fall Protection, Tools and Equipment, Electrical Safety, Hazard Communication
Author: Kevin Daum Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1118054067 Category : House & Home Languages : en Pages : 386
Book Description
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
Author: Mark Q. Kerson Publisher: Mark Q. Kerson ISBN: 9780991327706 Category : Construction industry Languages : en Pages : 362
Book Description
The book is concerned with the business of residential construction, including the maintenance, restoration, renovation, and construction of private homes and related properties.
Author: Carol Smith Publisher: Builderbooks ISBN: 9780867186321 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Maintaining positive relationships with new home owners after they move in increases sales. This book helps builders and their sales and warranty staffs understand and plan for the customer service that follows the sale of a house, especially warranty service.
Author: National Association of Home Builders of the United States
Author: National Association of Homebuilders
Author: David Kent Ballast
Author: National Association of Home Builders
Author: John Barrows
Author: 
Author: National Association of Home Builders (U.S.)
Author: Kevin Daum
Author: Mark Q. Kerson
Author: Carol Smith