The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House

by John Carroll, Charles Lockhart

Today’s most comprehensive course in residential construction. The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House not only lives up to its name, but the detailed illustrations put this reference in a league of its own. It’s your single source for reliable instruction in building a house from foundation to finishing touches ― and it’s a beautiful book as well. An essential reference for builders, carpenters, and homeowners! Find everything you need in one easy-to-navigate guide that covers all the Expert step-by-step instruction and detailed illustrations. The Compete Visual Guide to Building a House combines the expertise of builder-author John Carroll with over 1,200 full-color drawings by illustrator Chuck Lockhart. Finally, a step-by-step guide that provides a complete course in residential carpentry and construction from two pros who, together, have over 65 years of experience in the building trades.  Eliminate guesswork and avoid costly missteps . Building a house is a complex and challenging undertaking that requires knowing what needs to be done at every critical step  – and that’s exactly what you will find in The Complete Visual Guide to Building a House . With this guide in hand, you’ll be armed with the right information and clear illustrations whenever you need them.

Genres: Construction, Architecture, Reference

528 pages, Hardcover

First published October 16, 2012

Reviews

[Sébastien · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent.