TY  - BOOK
AU  - Allen,Edward
AU  - Thallon,Rob
AU  - Iano,Joseph
ED  - Askews & Holts
TI  - Fundamentals of residential construction
SN  - 9780470905104 (e-book)
AV  - TH4811 .A463 2011
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Hoboken, N.J., Chichester
PB  - Wiley, John Wiley [distributor]
KW  - House construction
KW  - Architecture and Planning
KW  - ukslc
KW  - Electronic books
KW  - lcsh
N1  - Formerly CIP; Includes index; Also available in printed form ISBN 9780470540831; Electronic reproduction; Askews and Holts; Mode of access: World Wide Web
N2  - 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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