| Available for the first time, Habitat for Humanity: How to Build a House is a complete, step-by-step guide to building a house from the world's leading authority on community home building. Presented documentary-style, each process is illustrated with full-color photos—330 in all—shot exclusively for this book and accompanied by clear, authoritative and friendly text.
An ideal book for beginners as well as more experienced builders, Habitat for Humanity: How to Build a House covers everything you need to know about building an efficient, affordable, quality house, including information on building codes, building inspections, energy efficiency, professional building techniques and tools and materials.
Table of Contents
Foreword; Introduction— CHAPTER 1: Getting Started: Site, Design, Permits, and Preparation; CHAPTER 2: Building Basics: Getting Acquainted with Tools and the Parts of a House; CHAPTER 3: Firm, Flat, Level, and Square: Foundations and Floors; CHAPTER 4: Going Up: Walls Create Space; CHAPTER 5: Shelter: A Roof Overhead; CHAPTER 6: Closing In: Windows, Doors, Siding, and Exterior Trim; CHAPTER 7: Building an Outdoor Room: Basic Design for Porches, Decks, and Landings; CHAPTER 8: Comfort Inside: Sealing, Insulating, and Ventilating a House; CHAPTER 9: The Walls Within: Drywall and Painting; CHAPTER 10: Making a House Beautiful and Useful: Interior Trim, Cabinets, Countertops, and Closets; CHAPTER 11: Final Details: From Locks to Smoke Detectors; Resources; Index. |
