Avoiding the Con in Construction-How to plan for hassle-free home building, renovation & repair
In this extremely useful  book, Ricchi, a Florida building contractor, introduces homeowners to  construction contracting in understandable language. She discusses how  to avoid common pitfalls and survive the entire process. The purpose  here is not to defame contractors but to make readers knowledgeable  customers. Planning, pricing, and many other important factors are  neatly explained. This specialized book is highly recommended.' -  Library Journal, June 2010A well-written, easy-to-understand book that every home owner should  read before construction starts! --Rick Watson, Building a Safer  Florida, Inc. (BASF)An informative and important book that every  property owner should read before taking on a construction project.  --Douglas Harvey, Executive Director, Building Officials Association of  Florida (BOAF)In construction, tools are essential. This book is a  beneficial tool for both the homeowner and the contractor. It is a good  guide to help you have a successful home-building, renovation, and  repair experience. --Greg Crow, former President and Present Chair,  National Association of State Contractor Licensing (NASCLA) publicationsIt's a blitzkrieg  education in how to work with contractors, with an emphasis on what many  homeowners may consider the 'boring' side of the process:  contracts,  insurance, permits, process, and so on. - Lee Walender, About. com