Renovating Old Houses

Renovating Old Houses
Author: George Nash
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 343
Release: 1996
Genre: Dwellings
ISBN: 9781561581283

"Plain talk for restorers, from soup to nuts (and bolts). Here's thorough, practical advice that's sensitive to both history and budget".--The Old House Journal.

Measuring, Marking & Layout

Measuring, Marking & Layout
Author: John Michael Carroll
Publisher: Taunton
Total Pages: 232
Release: 1998
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

Covers the ten rules of measuring and marking, explains what tools are needed, and provides simple techniques for accurate marking and measuring.

Excavation & Grading Handbook

Excavation & Grading Handbook
Author: Nick Capachi
Publisher: Craftsman Book Company
Total Pages: 390
Release: 1987
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9780934041294

It includes hundreds of tips, pictures, diagrams and tables that every excavation contractor and supervisor can use This revised edition explains how to handle all types of excavation, grading, paving, pipeline and compaction jobs -- whether it's a highway, subdivision, commercial, or trenching job. This edition has been completely rewritten to cover new materials, equipment and techniques.It includes hundreds of tips, pictures, diagrams and tables.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Walls & Ceilings

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Walls & Ceilings
Author: Editors of Cool Springs Press
Publisher:
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2015-09-15
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1591866456

Retain structural integrity and save time as you knock out walls and build new ones. This guide is up to date on all codes and safety regulations!

Working Alone

Working Alone
Author: John Carroll
Publisher: For Pros By Pros
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781561585458

With this unique book, you won't have to wait for a helper or pass up a job that seems too difficult to do alone. Written by a builder with 30 years' experience, Working Alone is paced with more than 50 innovative tips and techniques. You'll learn how to handle nearly every aspect of home construction alone, from foundation layout to raising walls to building decks.--COVER.