Download or read book Consumers Guide to Remodeling Construction written by V. A. Peters and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book How to Avoid Building Or Remodeling Hell written by Richard M. Connolly and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Consumer s Guide to Home Improvement Renovation and Repair written by Robert M. Santucci and published by . This book was released on 1995-04-17 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to reflect current market prices, this step-by-step guide helps readers make cost-saving decisions on all renovation projects, whether they use a contractor or do it themselves. Readers are provided with planning instructions, energy conservation ideas, and money-saving tips. 150 line drawings/photos.

Download or read book Consumers Guide to Remodeling and Construction written by V. A. Pete Peters and published by . This book was released on 1998-04-01 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Before You Hire a Contractor written by Steve Gonzalez and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide tells the consumer how to : select a contractor or builder, plan a project, understand lien laws, get the most out of warranties, and how to avoid scams and problems.

Download or read book A Consumers Guide to Home Building Renovations and Maintenance written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Ready Set Build written by Steve Gonzalez and published by Women's Publications, Incorporated. This book was released on 1993 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nationally recognized Certified Residential Contractor Steve Gonzalez combines his 17 years of experience in the building industry into an indispensable, easy-to-read guide, covering details that every homeowner needs to know when considering a home improvement project. Each chapter helps consumers make educated decisions & avoid pitfalls. Topics include the five essentials to look for when selecting a contractor, how to obtain comparative bids & what to include in the contract. Coverage includes an in-depth look at consumer rights, lien laws & project financing, with emphasis on contract specifications, draw schedules & contractors' financial responsibility. Recommended by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, the National Association of Homebuilders & Home Owners Warranty Corporation. To order contact: Womens Publications, Inc. (305) 370-9153, FAX (305) 370-5722, 13326 Southwest 28th Street, Department RSFB, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33330-1102.

Download or read book Robert s Rules of Remodeling written by Robert Warren and published by . This book was released on 2018-08 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With Robert's Rules of Remodeling you will learn how to effectively navigate the sometimes-difficult waters of Home Remodeling.Today people worry they will have a bad experience while remodeling their home. You can keep that from happening if you follow some of Robert's 35 Rules. Learn more about contracts and money matters, insurance, contractor pricing and negotiating. Learn valuable lessons from "Robert's Replays", real-life situations that help shine light on things to look out for. Also, "Robert's Remedies" for great tips, "Lora's Replays" and the "Sweet Spots" with design ideas and trends. If you are considering a home remodeling project then by all means "Don't Remodel Your Home Without It"! This book will help guide and smooth your process.

Download or read book This Old House Guide to Building and Remodeling Materials written by Bob Vila and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 1986 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Donation.

Download or read book The Homeowner s Guide to Managing a Renovation written by Susan Solakian and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major home remodeling isn’t for the faint of heart; there is huge potential for design problems, cost overruns, or just unsatisfactory workmanship. Here, a professional construction manager who masterminded the redesign at New York’s famed Avery Fisher Hall as well as a massive institute-wide renovation of St. Luke’s Hospital, offers an indispensable guide for homeowners who need to manage a large-scale renovation. There’s advice on how to articulate your thoughts clearly to designers, architects, and contractors; tips on negotiating contracts; suggestions for protecting yourself from legal and financial threats; and help understanding warranty claims. Each step--from initial planning through the completed project--is covered in layman’s terms, and sample contracts, floor plans, cost estimating worksheets and other forms are provided.

Download or read book Interior Home Improvement Costs written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated estimates for popular projects. With new sections on home offices, in-law apartments and remodeling for disabled residents. Includes: -- Attic & Basement Conversions -- Kitchen and Bath Remodeling -- Fireplaces -- Storage -- Stairs, New Floors -- Walls & Ceilings

Download or read book Consumers Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 1938 with total page 1250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Design of Renovations written by Donald Friedman and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1997 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renovation experts Donald Friedman and Nathaniel Oppenheimer outline the basic pertinent principles of design and construction and explain how to apply them to renovation that meets the physical and aesthetic needs of the job. Dozens of actual case studies illustrate practical application of the theory, methods, and procedures. 150 illus.

Download or read book Kitchen Bath Renovation Guide written by Better Homes and Gardens Books (Firm) and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2014 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents detailed information on every step of kitchen and bath renovations, including floor plan ideas, storage strategies, decorating styles, product advice, and buying tips.

Download or read book On Time and On Budget written by John Rusk and published by Main Street Books. This book was released on 1997-05-19 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In On Time and on Budget, New York City contractor John Rusk combines his extensive knowledge of the how architects and contractors work with revolutionary win/win negotiation principles to produce a readable, entertaining and totally useful guide that no homeowner should be without. He shows readers how to: Find the right architect, and make sure that he or she draws plans that give you a realistic view of the finished product. Negotiate with contractors and set up a fair payment schedule that will keep them working until the project is finished. Create an effective "punchlist" so you get what you paid for. Avoid paying for costly change orders and still make sure you get a beautiful renovation, on time and on budget.

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Download or read book Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings written by Alex Wilson and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The updated 5th edition of Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings identifies the most energy-efficient home appliances by brand name and model number. Reader-friendly and packed with illustrations, this handbook helps any homeowner save energy and money. Chapters include: -- energy use and the environment -- insulating and sealing air leaks -- new window options -- space heating -- cooling and air conditioning -- water heating -- refrigeration -- lighting...and much more This book is as compact and efficient as its subject matter. Its 274 pages are crammed with money-saving information. A directory of manufacturers helps the reader access purchase information on recommended appliances.