Fundamentals of residential construction [electronic resource] :
Edward Allen and Rob Thallon ; featuring the drawings of Joseph Iano.
- 3rd ed.
- xiii, 674 p. : ill.
Formerly CIP. Includes index.
This definitive textbook on residential construction offers an in-depth look at the procedures and materials that are specific to home building. The leading guide to professional home construction now updated and revised! Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition features the most up-to-date explanations of todays residential construction systems. From foundation to roof and exterior finishes to interior details, this new edition thoroughly addresses the latest developments in materials and methods of house construction, including energy efficiency, framing, and roofing. Abundantly illustrated with more than 1,250 drawings and photographs, including new photorealistic illustrations that bring the text to life, this Third Edition provides authoritative coverage on wood light-frame construction, industrialized systems of construction, insulating concrete forms, light-gauge steel frame, panelized construction, and a new chapter on multifamily construction. Topics covered include: Plumbing Building codes Heating and cooling Financing Wiring Roofing Thermal insulation Environmental concerns Foundations Finish sitework Rough sitework Wood and light-gauge steel framing Engineered materials Exterior and interior finishes Organized in a logical, easy-to-follow format, Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition is the one-stop source for building professionals to gain a working knowledge of codes, management procedures, material, and all home building concerns.
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