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Book Guide to Residential Concrete Construction

Download or read book Guide to Residential Concrete Construction written by ACI Committee 332 and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book ACI 332  1R 18 Guide to Residential Concrete Construction

Download or read book ACI 332 1R 18 Guide to Residential Concrete Construction written by ACI Committee 332 and published by . This book was released on 2018-05 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Guide to Residential Cast in place Concrete Construction

Download or read book Guide to Residential Cast in place Concrete Construction written by and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This guide covers cast-in-place residential concrete work for conventional one- or two-family dwellings. Recommended practices for foundations, footings, walls, and slabs-on-grade (interior and exterior) are included. Earth-sheltered homes are beyond the scope of this report. Specific design provisions for reinforced concrete beams, columns, walls, and framed slabs are not included, because they should be designed by a registered professional engineer."--Scope, page 1.

Book Concrete Construction

Download or read book Concrete Construction written by Ken Nolan and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive concrete manual has the information you need, both the tried-and-tested methods and materials, and recent innovations. It covers styrofoam forming systems, fiber reinforcing adjuncts, and architectural innovations. Forming, one of the most important elements of concrete work, gets special attention. Every chapter provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for each task, with hundreds of photographs and drawings that show exactly how the work is done.

Book The Portland Cement Association s Guide to Concrete Homebuilding Systems

Download or read book The Portland Cement Association s Guide to Concrete Homebuilding Systems written by Pieter A. VanderWerf and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 1995 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your one-source guide to Concrete-Based Homebuilding Systems. Residential contractors, architects, and developers will welcome this first total guide to the latest concrete-based homebuilding systems (CBHSs). With lumber costs still on the rise after doubling the early '90s, The Portland Cement Association Guide to Concrete Homes, by Peter VanderWerf and W. Keith Munsel, can deliver, durable, cost-efficient, esthetically pleasing alternative building materials and construction methods. It's all spelled out in an authoritative sourcebook that explains and compares the various types of CBHSs and lists special materials and tools for building them--provides case histories of concrete homes already built and in use--and contains data vital to building professionals who want to learn tomorrow's techniques today.

Book The Contractor s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction

Download or read book The Contractor s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction written by and published by American Concrete Institute. This book was released on 2005 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Fundamentals of Residential Construction

Download or read book Fundamentals of Residential Construction written by Edward Allen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-10 with total page 989 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 today's 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.

Book Foundations and Concrete Work

Download or read book Foundations and Concrete Work written by Editors of Fine Homebuilding and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides tips and advice from contractors and builders from all over the country to provide the best advice on formwork, foundations, waterproofing, reinforcement and related topics.

Book Fundamentals of Residential Construction

Download or read book Fundamentals of Residential Construction written by Edward Allen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2022-07-13 with total page 2128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FUNDAMENTALS OF RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION THE NEW EDITION OF THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO PROFESSIONAL HOME CONSTRUCTION, FULLY UPDATED AND REVISED Fundamentals of Residential Construction provides clear, accurate, and accessible guidance to every step of single family and multifamily home construction, covering site preparation, project delivery methods, scheduling, foundations, framing, roofing, finishes, heating and cooling, plumbing and electrical, as well as emerging techniques such as prefabricated construction. Illustrated with more than 1,250 high-quality drawings, photographs, and photorealistic renderings throughout, this thorough textbook addresses all major construction systems: light wood frame, heavy timber, masonry, light gauge steel, steel frame, reinforced concrete construction, and outdoor structures. The fifth edition is thoroughly revised to reflect the industry’s latest methods, materials, technologies, and green building approaches, offering the most up-to-date explanations of today’s residential construction systems and current building codes, including the International Residential Code (IRC) and energy codes. This edition features entirely new materials sections on metals, plastics, and composite construction as well as expanded and updated content on ventilation, air-sealing, decks, and outdoor structures. Provides a solid foundation in residential construction methods, tools, and processes Discusses the latest codes, costs, trends, and best practices in design and construction Offers timely coverage of sustainable building, energy efficiency, multifamily construction, prefabricated building components, CAD/BIM planning tools, and carbon-conscious construction Includes access to a newly updated companion website with an instructor’s manual, chapter exercises, hands-on 3D interactive activities, and other supplementary resources Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Fifth Edition, remains essential reading for anyone looking to successfully complete a residential project. It is a perfect textbook for students in architecture, construction science, construction management, and building technology, and is a valuable reference for professional builders, construction managers, and designers.

Book Graphic Standards Field Guide to Residential Construction

Download or read book Graphic Standards Field Guide to Residential Construction written by Dennis J. Hall and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-04-19 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-have reference to more than 100 common residential conditions—from accessibility issues to working with zinc Practical information that the architect, engineer, contractor and homeowner can access quickly, with over 230 supporting tables photos and details Identifies frequently used reference standards, acceptable practices, and other relevant resources Quick, reliable answers to your most common on-site questions When you're in the field, you never know what you'll come across. Graphic Standards Field Guide to Residential Construction gives you fast access to the information you need when you're on-site and under pressure. Presented in a highly visual and easily portable format, Graphic Standards Field Guide to Residential Construction is organized by CSI's MasterFormat and is coordinated with the 2009 International Residential Code, as well as current sustainable practices. It addresses issues pertaining to residential construction by covering every aspect of the process, such as the use of materials, structural concerns, finishes, thermal and moisture protection, accessible design applications, and more. Graphic Standards Field Guide to Residential Construction extends beyond the studio, with: Quick access to essential information wherever you are Graphic Standards-quality details accompanied by photographs and tables Illustrations that help you troubleshoot problems, along with on-the-spot solutions Compact format that's easy to reference and carry along Graphic Standards Field Guide to Residential Construction is a handy companion that offers the essential tools that time-crunched professionals can turn to in an instant when dealing with clients, or when handling the many complex demands surrounding construction management.

Book Guide to Concrete Construction

Download or read book Guide to Concrete Construction written by Cement and Concrete Association of Australia and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction

Download or read book Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction written by Steven Bliss and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-11-18 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive guide to material selection & installation It takes a wise choice of building materials and details to create durable, attractive, and affordable custom homes and remodeling projects. Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction provides up-to-date, field-tested recommendations that help professionals balance cost and performance when designing and building residential projects. Steven Bliss, former editorial director of The Journal of Light Construction and founding editor of Progressive Builder, draws on his extensive knowledge as a practicing builder, designer, and construction editor to help building professionals select the right materials for every job and install them with confidence. This one-stop resource covers the real-world challenges of material selection and installation so designers, contractors, and building owners can make informed decisions for all major building components. Useful to architects, designers, and specifiers--as well as contractors, builders, and developers--Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction features: * More than 200 photos and illustrations of critical residential construction details * Installation tips and cautions that help prevent costly product failures * Descriptions of the latest composites and synthetics that are changing the way we build * Easy-to-use charts for making quick product comparisons * An authoritative guide to indoor air quality and healthy house construction

Book Concrete Construction about the Home and on the Farm

Download or read book Concrete Construction about the Home and on the Farm written by Atlas Portland Cement Company and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Basic Guide to Concrete Construction

Download or read book Basic Guide to Concrete Construction written by Cement and Concrete Association of Australia and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 5 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Reinforced Concrete Construction For Small Projects

Download or read book Reinforced Concrete Construction For Small Projects written by Ron Dean and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-12 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By using the Working Stress Design system described in the text combined with other information in this book, a builder with a good knowledge of basic arithmetic and a pocket calculator can determine the sizing and placement of steel rebar within small concrete buildings, such as earth-sheltered homes. The book covers the design, assembly, and formwork required by concrete beams, elevated slabs, walls, footings, short columns, mat foundations, and soffits. Many of these components are impossible to build using plain (unreinforced) concrete.