Download or read book Homeowner s Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards written by Dennis Hwang and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Home Book written by Glen Martin and published by . This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homeowner maintenance reference manual including 380 residential workmanship guidelines covering conditions and maintenance for topics including: floors and ceilings; roofs and gutters; foundations and basements; interior/exterior components; grounds; utility systems; and walls. Homeowner and builder maintenance responsibilities are stated along with the performance guideline and additional information for each topic. Green home construction is also covered.
Download or read book The Home Owner s Manual written by Patricia L. Iverson and published by White Star Pub. This book was released on 1997 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is NOT a do-it-yourself manual. Most homeowners do not want to remodel their own kitchen, or install a new roof in their spare time. This book will guide any homeowner through the process of maintaining & improving a house as the project manager, not as the tradesman. THE HOME OWNER'S MANUAL will show owners how to inspect a home to identify trouble spots before they cost a fortune in repairs, plan an improvement project that will meet their specific needs, & hire a contractor who will get the job done successfully. The author is a general contractor & a real estate broker who has been involved with hundreds of construction & remodeling projects. In this book she shares over twenty years of experience in the construction industry, with an emphasis in helping clients successfully maintain & improve their homes. Every homeowners should own THE HOME OWNER'S MANUAL! For information contact: White Star Publishing, P.O. Box 2245, Davis, CA 95617, or call 1-888-758-2336.
Download or read book The New Homeowner s Handbook written by Barbara B. Bucholz and published by Dearborn Trade. This book was released on 1999-12 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "The New Homeowner's Handbook", the authors help educate consumers and ease their anxieties about protecting the largest investment they may ever make. It can help readers avoid potential problems, like insurance, security, repair, maintenance, budgeting and decorating, and show how to hold problems to a minimum.
Download or read book How Your House Works written by Charlie Wing and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-07-24 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The updated and highly illustrated guide to understanding how just about everything in your house works! The revised and updated third edition of How Your House Works is a hands-on guide that gives you the low-down on why your faucet is leaking, your dishwasher is overflowing, or your furnace is on the fritz. This comprehensive book is your reference to virtually everything in your house with richly illustrated explanations of electrical systems, heating and air conditioning, plumbing, major household appliances, foundation, framing, doors, and windows. This must-have book answers most questions homeowners face when repairs are needed or when a new house or addition is in your future. How Your House Works is filled with easy-to-understand illustrations that show how things should be put together and how they function. The book also highlights issues outside the house as well as clock thermostats, ventless gas heaters, moisture and mold, and passive solar heating. Using the illustrations and the author’s clear explanations might save you the expense of calling a professional. This invaluable guide: Offers a colorful resource to home electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, major household appliances, foundation, framing, doors and windows, sustainability, and much more Includes easy-to-follow information for troubleshooting problems Contains dozens of new full-color illustrations Presents new chapters on solar power and smart home technologies Helps homeowners save money on many common household repairs Written for homeowners with little or no knowledge of home maintenance or repair, How Your House Works is your illustrated and updated guide to understanding how appliances, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and more work!
Download or read book The Home Owner s Manual written by Dan Ramsey and published by Quirk Books. This book was released on 2014-11-25 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At Last! A Beginner’s Guide to Home Technology Water stains on your ceiling. Dents and cracks in your drywall. Radiators that hiss and gurgle all night long. It’s enough to make you cry out, “Why doesn’t my house come with an owner’s manual?” And now—finally!—it does. Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Home Owner’s Manual explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: What’s the best way to fix a leaky faucet? When should I have my chimney cleaned? How can I reset a circuit breaker without electrocuting myself? Whatever your concerns, you’ll find the answers here—courtesy of licensed building contractor Dan Ramsey, who has taught the basics of renovation to thousands of homeowners.
Download or read book Homeowner s Handbook written by Funmi Adeshina and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-08-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homeowner's Handbook: Essential Guide for New Homeowners is the ultimate resource for anyone embarking on the exciting journey of homeownership. Whether you're a first-time buyer or moving into a new home, this comprehensive and practical guide provides everything you need to navigate the responsibilities and challenges that come with owning a home. Packed with essential knowledge, practical tips, and expert advice, this handbook covers every aspect of homeownership. From the ins and outs of the home buying process and financing options to managing day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and home improvements, this book equips you with the tools to make informed decisions and avoid common pitfalls. Written in clear and accessible language, the guide includes step-by-step instructions, helpful checklists, and real-life examples to support both DIY enthusiasts and those who prefer to hire professionals. You'll learn how to create a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained living space, all while making smart financial decisions to protect your investment. "Homeowner's Handbook" is your trusted companion on the journey to homeownership, offering valuable insights on everything from fire safety and energy efficiency to understanding your neighborhood and managing home finances. With this guide, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge needed to turn your new house into a cherished home. Whether you're tackling a repair, planning a renovation, or simply looking to understand the intricacies of homeownership, this indispensable handbook will be your go-to resource every step of the way.
Download or read book How to Own Your Home written by United States. National Bureau of Standards and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Martha Stewart s Homekeeping Handbook written by Martha Stewart and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2006-10-31 with total page 754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether your home is small or large, an apartment in the city or a country cottage, it is a space that should be at once beautiful and livable. The key to that is managing the upkeep without feeling flustered. Until now, there has never been a comprehensive resource that not only tells how to care for your home and everything in it, but that also simplifies the process by explaining just when. With secrets from Martha Stewart for accomplishing the most challenging homekeeping tasks with ease, this detailed and comprehensive book is the only one you will need to help you keep your home looking its best, floor to ceiling, room by room. In Martha Stewart’s Homekeeping Handbook, Martha shares her unparalleled expertise in home maintenance and care. Readable and practical–and graced with charts, sidebars, illustrated techniques, and personal anecdotes from Martha’s decades of experience caring for her homes– this is far more than just a compendium of ways to keep your house clean. It covers everything from properly executing a living room floor plan to setting a formal table; from choosing HEPA filters to sealing soapstone countertops; from organizing your home office to polishing your silver and caring for family heirlooms. Martha Stewart’ s Homekeeping Handbook is organized for clarity and maximum practicality: Room by Room covers the upkeep of the appliances, tools, furnishings, and surfaces found in each room, from the entryway to the kitchen, from the attic to the laundry room. Throughout the House instructs the reader on the proper ways to routinely clean and periodically maintain everything in the home, including dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, polishing, scrubbing, waxing and much more. Comfort and Safety focuses on techniques to ensure your home is running properly and safely, such as recognizing when to clean vents, fixing a leaky faucet, and eradicating pests. A-to-Z Materials Guide provides an invaluable resource that explains the unusual materials that many favorite objects are made of–from abalone to zinc–and how to care for them so they last. Encyclopedic yet friendly, Martha Stewart’s Homekeeping Handbook is a seminal work–a must-have for everyone who wants a well-cared-for home that will endure for generations.
Download or read book The Homeowner s Handbook written by Michael McClintock and published by Macmillan Reference USA. This book was released on 1980 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Home Owner s Manual written by Patty Iverson and published by . This book was released on 2022-01-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you already own a home or are thinking of buying one, there are practical things you should know about taking care of it. This book can help you identify trouble spots before they cost you a fortune, and inspire you to make improvements that will enhance your enjoyment of your home for years to come. This book will guide you through the process of maintaining and improving your home as the project manager, not as the tradesman. Most homeowners don't want to remodel their own kitchen or replace their roof-they want to hire a contractor. The more you know about the process in advance, the better your experience will be.This is an Owner's Manual with tips for planning, estimating, negotiating with a contractor, and surviving a remodeling project. Good preparation leads to better outcomes-you don't have to "do it yourself" to achieve a successful project, but you should be familiar with the vocabulary, contract documents, and logistics that your contractor will want to include. The Home Owner's Manual: A Guide to Maintaining and Improving Your Home is a practical guide to help you along the way.
Download or read book Concrete Masonry and Brickwork written by United States. Dept. of the Army and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Newly revised and updated guide covers all aspects of concrete, masonry, brickwork. Step-by-step illustrated instructions for building patios, retaining walls, porches, brick barbecue, much more. 173 figures. 54 tables.
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 The First Time Homeowner s Handbook written by Atlantic Publishing Co and published by Atlantic Publishing Company. This book was released on 2006 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The procedure of buying a home can be a scary experience. There are a lot of people to deal with, from a Realtor to attorneys to bankers. There's tons of paperwork with terms and vocabulary that read like a foreign language. In this new book you will find vital information and great strategies that will allow you to find your dream home faster and feel confident about the purchase. You will learn to avoid some of the most prevalent - and potentially dangerous and expensive - mistakes made by first-time home buyers. According to Money Magazine, Over the past five years, home values nationally have risen 65 percent while the stock market has fallen. Now is the time to get into the real estate marketplace. With the help of this comprehensive new guide, you will learn how to find the best opportunities, negotiating, financing, budgets, needs and wants, credit reports, home-buying timeline, the process of building a house, manufactured homes, real estate and mortgage glossaries, setting values, home warranties, homeowners insurance, creative financing, buying with little or no money down, closing, moving plans, walkthroughs, closing and settlement inspections, legal contracts, mortgages, what you can afford, deciding which neighborhood to choose, hiring a realtor, which government agencies can help, considerations for veterans, IRA use, hiring an attorney, the offer, calculating monthly payments, and escrow. This comprehensive resource contains a wealth of modern tips and strategies for financing and closing on a property. The author shows readers how to find out how much they're really worth, how to uncover unknown assets, and how to enhance credit ratings within six months, provides information and suggestions on everything from no-down-payment mortgages to finding the right agent. It leads you down the path to home ownership, one step at a time. Though you may be relatively cash-poor or have a less-than-perfect credit rating, you can acquire a mortgage and find the house you've always wanted. The companion CD-ROM is included with the print version of this book; however is not available for download with the electronic version. It may be obtained separately by contacting Atlantic Publishing Group at [email protected] Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company president's garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.
Download or read book Homeowner s Self Help Handbook written by Byron W. Maguire and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2008-03 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook has been especially prepared for you, either a new homeowner or one who recognizes that the home needs work. In this handbook are the tools necessary for its (your home) upkeep and my sincere hope to aid you with increasing its worth. Your home is like a fine bottle of wine. First, it must be bottled correctly to have value. Your home is that bottle of wine. A bottle of wine ages to perfection when the winegrower tends to his or her wine filled bottles. The winegrower watches each bottle and turns it at precise intervals. The surroundings must be just so, if it is to mature and increase its value. Your home must also be cared for on a continuing basis if it is to be enriched and increase in value. Only you and your family can act like the winegrower. You and your family are the winegrowers, bottlers and caretakers of your home. Your attention to all parts of the home on a continuing basis will assure that the quality and value of your home will increase. You can build a heritage for your family that you, the parents, can be proud of and that your children will remember all their lives. But, how can you accomplish this when you enter into your first ever, new home whether it is a newly built home or a previously owned home that you just bought or a home that you neglected to keep up the value. This handbook provides answers to most questions that you may have regarding maintenance and upkeep of your home. The information in this handbook, if applied, will also increase the value of your home. As with wine, its storage is important to its aging well. In Unit 1, Safe Guarding Important Papers, you will find a list of important and very important papers relating to the original purchase of your home and supporting papers, deeds, mortgage papers, catalogs, warrantees and others pertaining to your home and the things in it. You are offered several techniques for their storage as well as ideas about when to get rid of certain ones. Wine bottles are usually kept in a climate controlled place where the temperature and humidity are good for its life. In Unit 2, Utilities, you are given facts and ideas about your concern with electric, water, gas and heating uses. The Unit has a section on each type of utility that can make a definite positive change to the costs you face with utility bills. Employing some or all of these ideas can make a difference in your living conditions. A house neglected looses value, even if you do not intend to sell and move into a different house. This compares to a wine cellar that is neglected. A wine cellar properly maintained ensures the quality of the wine over time. If neglected the wine sours and is lost. In Unit 3, the Exterior and Property of your house and Unit 4 the Interior of your house complete the Handbook. By using the Checklists and Periodic Charts for maintenance, you not only maintain the value of the home, but in many cases increase its value. Important information is provided on each area or part of the house in three parts: A. A layman's description tells important but not too technical data and information about the part of the house being considered. B. A checklist of items that usually go wrong with that particular part of the house is provided. It has sufficient columns to make several separate inspections over time. C. A description of the work needed to be done is provided following the completion of the checklist. After each section an FYI list of other facts is provided pertaining to the area being considered for repair or replacement. At the end of Unit 3 and Unit 4 there are Periodic Tables that list each item (part of house), what to look for monthly, each spring, each fall and after a severe storm. FYI here is a list of the items Parts of the house covered:
Download or read book Home Owners Manual written by Randall Bell and published by . This book was released on 2004-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical guide for the homeowner, residential professional, and student features complete coverage of buying a home, common repairs, emergency preparedness, fire protection, moving, renting versus buying, security and selling a home, and much more. From lead paint, asbestos, and other hazards, to the difference between owners-in-common and joint tenancy, this manual clarifies the complexities of this field.
Download or read book Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement 3rd Updated Edition written by Editors of Creative Homeowner and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 2412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most complete home improvement manual on the market, this newly updated edition of Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement offers thousands of how-to photos, 800 drawings, and understandable text on plumbing and electrical repairs, heating and cooling, remodeling, and more. With 325 step-by-step DIY projects, build basic skills and learn to complete home projects and repairs yourself! New edition includes current code updates and changes, as well as information on USB outlets, AFCI/GFCI breakers, and tankless water heaters.
