HOME REMODELING & Green Building (2 For Dummies Books) Repair Improvements Guide

Description: Home Remodeling for Dummies (signed by both authors!)This book is aptly titled, for most people undertaking a home remodeling project feel like dummies, at least some of the time. However, the Careys, remodeling contractors named to Remodeling magazine's "Big 50 Hall of Fame of Best Remodelers," offer sound advice to those undertaking projects large and small. This book provides excellent, in-depth information about the bidding process, dealing with government officials and contractors, and living through the actual remodeling as one's home becomes a construction site. Materials and methods of work are described so that the reader can evaluate how a job is done. This book's design is standard "Dummies" issue, with some line drawings and tables supplementing the text. - Library Journal Green Building & Remodeling for Dummies Want to build responsibly, reduce waste, and help preserve the environment? Green Building & Remodeling For Dummies is your friendly, step-by-step guide to every facet of this Earth-friendly method of construction. Building a home—even a green home—uses plenty of resources and energy. This practical, hands-on book shows you how to build or remodel conscientiously, whether your dream home is a simple remodel or a brand-new multimillion-dollar mansion. You’ll start by identifying green materials and sizing up potential systems and construction sites. You’ll weigh the pros and cons of popular green building methods and identify opportunities for saving money in the long run. Need to find some green professionals to assist you in your venture? We’ll help you do that, too. This book will also help you discover how to: Understand the lifecycle of building materials Choose the right system for your green building project Put together a green team Work within your budget Use green building methods and sustainable systems Speed construction and reduce energy use and waste Refinish old fixtures and materials Beware of asbestos and lead-paint hazards Avoid costly mistakes Complete with lists of ten green things to do on every project and ten things you can do right now in your home in order to go green, Green Building & Remodeling For Dummies is your one-stop guide to planning and building the home you’ve always wanted.

Price: 9.95 USD

Location: Beaverton, Oregon

End Time: 2025-02-06T17:40:17.000Z

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