Fundamentals of Residential Construction
The leading guide to professional home construction—now updated and revised!Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Editionfeatures 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:PlumbingBuilding codesHeating and coolingFinancingWiringRoofingThermal insulationEnvironmental concernsFoundationsFinish siteworkRough siteworkWood and light-gauge steel framingEngineered materialsExterior and interior finishesOrganized in a logical, easy-to-follow format,Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Editionis the one-stop source for building professionals to gain a working knowledge of codes, management procedures, material, and all home building concerns.