Fundamentals Of Residential Construction 4e

By (author) Allen, E
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The leading guide to professional home construction, updated and expanded Fundamentals of Residential Construction is the definitive guide to single family and multifamily home building that details every step of the construction process.
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The leading guide to professional home construction, updated and expanded Fundamentals of Residential Construction is the definitive guide to single family and multifamily home building that details every step of the construction process. From siting and foundations to finishing details, this book provides a complete walk-through of professional home construction. Over 1,200 drawings and photographs animate the textbook, while interactive supplementary online resources help facilitate an understanding of the material. This fourth edition accommodates the latest developments in materials and methods, including new coverage of sustainable building and energy efficiency, multifamily construction, prefabricated building components, and CAD/BIM planning tools in residential construction. Authoritative coverage of wood light-frame construction, building systems, industrialized fabrication, insulating concrete forms, light-gauge steel and masonry construction, multi-family buildings, and more provides a solid foundation in residential construction methods, tools, and processes. Building a home requires a deeply integrated understanding of materials, structures, codes, and management procedures. Because the process involves such a broad array of considerations and challenges, construction professionals must regularly draw on a clear body of knowledge to keep a project running smoothly. This book helps you lay the groundwork of expertise required to successfully complete a residential project. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of common materials and systems Understand site preparation, foundations, and framing Delve into the details of roofing, finishing, and energy efficiency Understand heating/cooling, plumbing, and electrical options Examine the latest codes, costs, and management best practices Designing and constructing a home presents a unique project dynamic; people''s homes are their sanctuaries, where they make the memories of a lifetime. They must be designed to be lived in, not simply "used." Lifetime costs play a major role in decision-making, materials must be carefully chosen and sourced, and spaces must be structured to be efficient yet enjoyable. Fundamentals of Residential Construction shows you how to bring it all together to turn a project into a family''s cherished home.
Table of contents
Preface xi Acknowledgments xiii Part One Context for Building 1 Chapter 1 The Context for Residential Construction 3 1.1 History 4 1.2 A Culture of Building 6 1.3 Construction Systems 9 1.4 Types of Residential Development 11 1.5 Zoning Ordinances, Building Codes, and Other Legal Constraints 17 1.6 Building Costs and Financing 19 1.7 Building a House: The Typical Process 22 1.8 MasterFormat 26 Chapter 2 Sustainability Aspects of Construction 31 2.1 Why Sustainability Matters for Buildings 32 2.2 Environmental Responsibility: Building Green 35 2.3 Comprehensive Certification Systems 45 Chapter 3 The Construction Community: Builders, Contractors, and Developers 51 3.1 History 52 3.2 Builders and Contractors 54 3.3 Obtaining Work 58 3.4 The Residential Developer 60 3.5 Training the Construction Community 67 3.6 Green Builders, Contractors, Remodelers, and Developers 68 3.7 Tools of the Trade 70 3.8 Safety 72 Chapter 4 The Design Community 77 4.1 History 78 4.2 Residential Designers 79 4.3 Consultants 81 4.4 The Design Process 84 4.5 Design Sources 89 4.6 Communication between Designer and Builder 91 4.7 Green Designers 94 Part Two Materials 97 Chapter 5 Wood and Wood Products 99 5