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How to Plan, Contract, and Build Your Own Home,Used
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Stepbystep blueprint for doityourself home builders. From locating an architect, to hiring workers, to selecting features and fixtures, and more, here's how to build or expand your own home from start to finishand save! Richard M. Scutella and Dave Heberle's souptonuts guide, How to Plan, Contract and Build Your Own Home, Third Edition, leads you through the perils of homebuilding to make sure you end up with exactly what you want. You get pointbypoint tips on choosing a site and style, keeping home traffic patterns sensible, deciding on the right size for rooms, preparing plans, getting permits and more. Unique "quality control" insights into each stage of construction highlight problems to watch out forfoundation, roof, floors, walls, stairs, walkways and driveways, heating and cooling, electrical capacity and wiring, even computer wiring and alarm sensors. From turning the first shovel of earth to the final inspection, this homeowner's construction manual makes sure your dream house will be a dream come true.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'How to Plan, Contract, and Build Your Own Home'? A: The primary focus of this book is to provide a step-by-step blueprint for do-it-yourself home builders. It covers everything from selecting an architect to managing construction and ensuring quality control at each stage.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors of 'How to Plan, Contract, and Build Your Own Home' are Richard M. Scutella and Dave Heberle.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 410 pages, offering extensive information on home building.
- Q: Is this book suitable for first-time home builders? A: Yes, this book is designed for first-time home builders as it provides comprehensive guidance and insights into the entire home-building process.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This is a used book in good condition, specifically rated as 'Very Good'.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the second edition of 'How to Plan, Contract, and Build Your Own Home'.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published in February 1991.
- Q: Does the book include tips on choosing a site for building? A: Yes, the book includes point-by-point tips on selecting a site and style for your home.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide about construction? A: The book offers unique 'quality control' insights highlighting potential problems at each stage of construction, such as foundation, roof, and electrical systems.
- Q: Can this book help with zoning permits and regulations? A: Yes, it includes guidance on preparing plans and obtaining necessary permits to comply with local regulations.