Section I, What this book will do for you. Introduction -- Section II, Design & planning. The lot ; Designing your home ; Green building ; Designing kitchens & baths ; Saving money ; Legal & financial information -- Section III, Project management. How to be a builder ; Best practices ; Material, labor & subs ; Making changes ; Safety & inspections ; Estimating costs -- Section IV, Construction. Pre-construction ; Site location & excavation ; Foundation ; Framing ; Sheathing ; Roofing & gutters ; Plumbing ; Water heaters ; The waste system ; HVAC ; Electrical ; Masonry & stucco ; Siding & cornice ; Insulation & soundproofing ; Drywall ; Trim ; Painting & wallcovering ; Cabinetry & countertops ; Flooring, tile & glazing ; Landscaping ; Decks & sunrooms

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