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  Troubleshooting Guide to Residential Construction
  Troubleshooting Guide to Residential Construction
Troubleshooting Guide to Residential Construction

 
The diagnosis and prevention of common building problems. Learn to avoid problems that plague most builders.

List Price $32.50
Website Price $30.87

Author: The Journal of Light Construction
Format: Softcover
Copyright: 2005
Pages: 304
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Description
 
How to solve practically every construction problem—before it happens to you! With this book you'll learn from the mistakes other builders made as they faced 63 typical residential construction problems. Filled with clear photos and drawings that explain how to enhance your reputation as well as your bottom line by avoiding problems that plague most builders. Shows how to avoid, or fix, problems ranging from defective slabs, walls and ceilings, through roofing, plumbing and HVAC, to paint.

Most construction defects are easily prevented during construction—but expensive to fix later on. Learn from over 50 experts in the field where the most costly trouble spots are and how to avoid them. Find out how to take advantage of the latest products and materials without risking callbacks. Increase your profits and minimize your liability with in-depth information on:

  • Foundations
  • Brick and masonry
  • Engineered lumber
  • Wood and hardboard siding
  • Flashing
  • Moisture problems
  • Insulation
  • Backdrafting
  • Retaining walls
  • Wall and roof framing
  • Paints and coatings
  • Stucco and EIFS
  • Chimneys and flues
  • Insect damage
  • Air quality
  • And much, much more!
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Foundations and Site work; Chapter 2: Wood Framing; Chapter 3: Wood and Hardboard Siding; Chapter 5: Roofing Chapter 6: Paints and Coatings; Chapter 7: Insulation and Air Sealing; Chapter 8: HVAC Systems; Chapter 9: Moisture Damage; Chapter 10: Insect Damage; Chapter 11: Plumbing; Chapter 12: Electrical; Index.
 

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