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Increase profits by incorporating sustainable practices into your building operations.
Smart investors and developers are learning how to use environmentally friendly techniques to reduce the impact of housing on natural areas, while increasing profitability. Be a Successful Green Builder shows building professionals how to incorporate sustainable practices into their business operations - and boost their bottom lines at the same time. Written by successful contractor and bestselling author R Dodge Woodson, the book explains everything from getting started in the green building business to mastering green terminology to making money with green methods.
Filled with environmentally friendly methods that reduce the impact of housing on natural areas, Be a Successful Green Builder contains everything needed to get started in the green building business and develop a thriving enterprise.
Successful contractor and bestselling author R Dodge Woodson explains how to select green building products, understand zoning requirements associated with green building, write winning proposals, find suitable financing, and deal with brokers. He also reviews 20 key mistakes to avoid in building green. Be a Successful Green Builder features:
- Plain-English guidance on how to develop a lucrative green building enterprise.
- Information on selecting the best green building products.
- Valuable tips on preparing winning bids.
- Step-by-step advice on expanding a green building business.
A concise, easy-to-read guide that shows contractors and construction managers how to increase profits by incorporating sustainable practices into the building process
The author shows you how to select green building products . . . understand zoning requirements, covenants, and restrictions associated with green building . . . write winning proposals . . . and expand your business. He also reviews the 20 key mistakes to avoid when attempting to build green, and presents tips and techniques on green building, a green resource directory, and a glossary of green terms.
From the Introduction
Sustainable building practices are the wave of the future. Going "green" is good for the environment and can be very good for your bank account. The demand for eco-friendly building practices is high. People are willing to pay more to waste less.
Whether you are a carpenter who wants to venture into being a builder or a traditional builder already doing business, you should give serious consideration to sustainable construction materials and practices. Going green is not as simple as using a few green products in the homes that you build. Look at the entire project. Integrate the various sustainable options to provide a full green package. This is the best way to earn your reputation as a green builder.
Before you take out new ads that label you as a green builder, you need to understand what responsibilities you are taking on. To be a real green builder, you are going to need to educate yourself from start to finish, and this book is the starting point.
The author, R. Dodge Woodson, is a household name in the construction industry. With over 30 years of experience as a builder, remodeler, and master plumber, Woodson knows what he is talking about. This is your chance to gain invaluable experience for a fraction of the cost of what a one-hour consultation would cost. If you are looking for a brighter future in the building business, this book should be your first step in building a solid foundation for your new career as a green builder.
Take a look at the table of contents. Flip through the pages and notice the tip boxes. The author has implemented his noted conversational tone and reader-friendly approach to make this book a pleasant trip rather than a grueling learning experience. The result is a very effective view of what it takes to become a successful green building contractor without the suffering often associated with learning. This is your fast track to getting in on the green boom.
About the Author
R Dodge Woodson is a successful land developer and contractor and the author of numerous McGraw-Hill titles, including Be a Successful Building Contractor, Third Edition.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Business of Green Building. Chapter 2: Setting up Your Business Structure. Chapter 3: 20 Key Mistakes to Avoid When Becoming a Building Contractor. Chapter 4: Matching Green Projects with Suitable Locations. Chapter 5: Finding Financing the Easy Way. Chapter 6: Working from Home versus Setting up an Office. Chapter 7: Building on Speculation - the Risks and the Rewards. Chapter 8: Working with Real Estate Brokers. Chapter 9: Finding and Selecting Green Building Products. Chapter 10: Dealing with Subcontractors and Suppliers. Chapter 11: Preparing Winning Bids. Chapter 12: Using Sustainable Building Practices to Make More Money. Chapter 13: Growing Your Business the Smart Way. Chapter 14: Green Land Developing Could Double Your Income. Chapter 15: Green Landscaping Tips that Sell Houses Fast. Appendix 1: Glossary of Green Words and Terms. Appendix 2: Time Saving Tips and Tables for Builders. Index. |
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