Build It Right
Supervising the Construction of Your Home
by Kenneth Petrocelly
ISBN: 0830634339
ISBN-13: 9780830634330
Format: Paperback
|
Customer Reviews
Review this book!
Bibliographic Details
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Published date: 1990
Publisher's Notes
Explains how to keep costs down and quality up when having a house built, by choosing a reliable builder, setting a budget, working with architects, inspectors, and subcontractors, and negotiating contracts.
Other Editions
Similar books
The Owner-Builder Book
by Mark A. Smith
Be Your Own House Contractor
by Carl Heldmann
How to Plan, Subcontract and Build Your Dream House
by Warren V. Jaeger
-- Covers the subject from land issues, through the entire construction process, all the way to plandng the lawn. -- Contains anecdotes, real life examples, diagrams, applicable political comment and special exposition on such subjects as basic electricity, Radon, energy saving, windows and much more. -- Written for the aspiring home owner, but is equally valuable to building professionals and real estate agents. Takes the guesswork out of the planning, management, scheduling and control of a home building project. Jaeger goes into depth, providing information on such processes as buying land or a building lot, how to find and hire good subcontractors, how to motivate them to do what is desired, and how to tell if the work is being performed properly. Just learning how to insulate properly can save hundreds of dollars a year. The 34 information-packed chapters include: Looking At Land; Water Supply and Sewage Disposal; Site Topography; Foundation Types; Blending House to Site; The Construction Mortgage; Getting the Plans; Exterior Sheathing, Siding and Masonry; Electrical Wiring; Plumbing; Insulation; Inside Finishing; Carpentry and Appliances; Flooring.
Save $50,000 on Your New Home
by William J. Molloy
In the market for a new home, but can't find one that's just right? Why not build one that is? In this indispensable new reference, real estate executive and builder William Molloy provides the tools you need to become an informed "armchair" general contractor. Save $50,000 on Your New Home takes you step-by-step through the complete building process, from choosing an appropriate lot to organizing the title closing. You'll learn how to hire the right people to do the job, what materials to use, what agreements need to be signed—and how to stay within your budget. Packed with insider tips, invaluable advice, helpful illustrations, and sample checklists, this comprehensive guide includes complete details on: Financing your new home—applying for loans; figuring out how much to borrow; obtaining a mortgage; saving on closing costs; combining construction and permanent financing. Lot considerations—What is the elevation? Is the lot approved for building? Is it Board of Health Approved (BOHA)? What zoning requirements apply? How to finance the lot, walk the lot, obtain all necessary permits. Starting to build—acquiring check prints; meeting with the building inspector and engineer; compiling a schedule checklist; tracking all materials and labor. Contractor agreements—subcontractor release of lien affidavit; subcontractor and general agreements; Builder's Risk Insurance; how to negotiate with the contractor(s) and how to pay them. The construction process: this book tells you how, from staking the lot to driving the final nail—surveys; engineers; excavation; concrete; framing; siding; roofs; interior and exterior; maintaining schedules; ordering materials. Closing the deal—getting it done while beating the paper monster; how to file all final permits.
The Ultimate New-Home Buying Guide
by Jeff Treganowan
|
|
Ready to buy this book?
Below are all of the copies of 0830634339 we currently have available for purchase, sorted by lowest price first. If you would like to refine your search, use the advanced options in the search box above.
|
|
1)
|
Build It Right: Supervising the Construction of Your Home
K. L. Petrocelly
A nice ex-library copy. Gently used. All pages and cover clear except for a few library markings. Softly worn around edges and corners. Binding is cocked. cover is creased. ( more information) Offered by Once Sold Tales (United States)
Favorite bookseller : you've previously added this bookseller to your favorites list.
|
|
|
2)
|
Build It Right: Supervising the Construction of Your Home
K. L. Petrocelly
Tab Books. Used - Acceptable. Shows definite wear, and perhaps considerable marking on inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers! Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information) Offered by Better World Books (United States)
Favorite bookseller : you've previously added this bookseller to your favorites list.
|
|
|
4)
|
Build It Right: Supervising the Construction of Your Home
Petrocelly, K. L
Blue Ridge Summit, PA: Tab Books, 1990. Paperback First Edition, First printing Near Fine in Wraps Softcover copy; extremely instructive and informational book with illustrations, photographs, and punch lists to refer to Excellent copy with some minor edgewear around the wraps and light yellowing on rear wrapper ( more information) Offered by Wellington Square Bookshop (United States)
Favorite bookseller : you've previously added this bookseller to your favorites list.
|
|
|
5)
|
Build it Right - Supervising The Construction of Your Home
Petrocelly, Kenneth L
Blue Ridge Summit, PA: TAB Books, 1990 197 pages including index. Make sure your home is built the way you know it ought to be. Don't let cheap construction mar your project. Insist upon the best quality workmanship for your home. This book will put you in control of the whole construction process. Author has 25 years of experience in the building operations field. Has the potential to save you thousands of dollars in repairs - because you'll be able to prevent problems from happening in the first place. Learn how to choose a reliable builder, set a budget and stick to it, work with architects, inspectors ad subcontractors, protect yourself with contracts, and much more. Discover how to be your own contractor.. First Edition, First Printing. Soft Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by RareNonFiction.com (Canada)
Favorite bookseller : you've previously added this bookseller to your favorites list.
|
Price: CAD $29.95
($28.23)
|
|
0 items in cart
Muze Inc. For personal non-commercial use only. All rights reserved. Some content for books is owned by Baker & Taylor, Inc. or its licensors and is subject to copyright and all other protections provided by applicable law.
