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Building Your Own Home: A Step-By-Step Guide by Wasfi Youssef: Used
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 1988-11-09
- ISBN
- 9780471635611
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
0471635618
ISBN-13
9780471635611
eBay Product ID (ePID)
158906
Product Key Features
Book Title
Building Your Own Home : a Step-By-Step Guide
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1988
Topic
Construction / General, House Plans
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
House & Home, Technology & Engineering
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
21.9 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
88-014910
Dewey Edition
19
Dewey Decimal
690/.837
Table Of Content
Introduction.Buying a Lot.Contracts and Arbitration.Property Description and Land Survey.Liens.Titles.Deeds and Deed Restrictions.Mortgage Law.Types of Mortgages.Financing.Lending Practices.Insurance and Surety Bonds.Closing and Closing Costs.Architectural Styles.Choosing a Design.House Additions.Applying for a Building Permit.Choosing and Dealing with Contractors.Types of Soils and Excavation.Blasting.Foundations.House Frame.Windows, Exterior Doors, and Exterior Trim.Concrete Floor Slabs.Roof Covering, Gutters, and Downspouts.Garages and Garage Doors.Exterior Siding.Central Heating and Air Conditioning.Plumbing.Electrical Wiring and Telephone Line.Insulation.Stairs.Fireplace and Chimney.Drywall and Plastering.Underlayment, Interior Doors, and Interior Trim.Paints and Stains.Finish Flooring.Bathrooms and Kitchen.Sewage Disposal and Water Wells.Decks, Porches, and Patios.Site Grading, Lawn, and Landscaping.Driveways and Walkways.Certificate of Occupancy and Tax Assessment.Glossary.Index.
Synopsis
Building Your Own Home A Step-by-Step Guide "This is an impressive undertaking. I've seen plenty of books about home construction techniques but this is the first one I've seen that packages construction information with the whole process of acquiring the property. " --P., Building Your Own Home A Step-by-Step Guide "This is an impressive undertaking. I've seen plenty of books about home construction techniques but this is the first one I've seen that packages construction information with the whole process of acquiring the property." --P. Gilbert Mercurio, Executive Vice President Westchester County Board of Realtors "Written by an expert in both design and construction, the book is highly readable and addresses each aspect of the home building process in terms of cost-effectiveness, quality and aesthetics." --Michel Sargious, PhD, P.Eng. Professor Department of Civil Engineering The University of Calgary Now Building Your Own Home puts complicated material into terms anyone can easily understand. From managing the construction process like a pro to mastering every legal and financial detail, you get step-by-step instruction to guide you through the entire construction process. It explains with 132 clarifying photographs and illustrations how each part of the house is built. You'll learn how to: * find a good lot and select an appropriate design * apply for a building permit, secure the best financing terms as well as the best insurance coverage * handpick top-notch independent contractors--and successfully manage their work * control every stage of construction, from door knobs to deck installation to the plumbing and electrical work Easy-to-read and filled with practical information, Building Your Own Home contains everything you need to build a customized house of your dreams.
LC Classification Number
TH4811.Y68 1988
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- m***m (2291)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
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- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.
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- m***m (2291)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
- a***n (43)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMistakenly ordered a paperback that I thought was a hardcover, not sellers fault; it was described properly on the listing. Seller still processed a refund the day I went to return the item and let me keep the item anyway. A+++ service. Book arrived quickly in great condition and for a great price. Thank you so much! Amazing seller!
- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.