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JLC Construction Tips & Techniques has more than 300 tough contractor questions, in a Q & A format, with straightforward answers and effective solutions from the construction industry's leading experts. On the typical residential job site, hardly a day goes by without some question being raised. How could we do that faster? Is there a better way? What's the strongest - or most durable - method? How do I install this product? Even after a project is built, the questions continue. Why is there condensation in the attic? What's causing those black spots? Why is the exterior finish flaking? JLC Construction Tips & Techniques gathers together questions that builders have sent JLC over the past decade, and provides answers written by the most capable experts we could find. This book answers your questions on all aspects of residential building and remodeling problems:
JLC Construction Tips & Techniques is packed with step-by-step instructions and large, clear illustrations, this is a book you can refer to for a straight answer to just about any on-the-job problem you come up against. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction iv. Chapter 1: Foundations & Sitework 2 Chapter 2: Framing 40 Chapter 3: Roofing 82 Chapter 4: Exteriors 122 Chapter 5: Plumbing & Electrical 176 Chapter 6: Thermal & Moisture Control 222 Chapter 7: HVAC 260 Chapter 8: Interiors 296 Contributors' Biographies 339 Index 345 Includes: Book By: Editors of JLC Published by: Journal of Light Construction ISBN: 1-928580-31-9 348 Pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 |
