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	Residential and Light Commercial Construction Standards: The All-In-One, Authoritative Reference Compiled from Major Building Codes, Recognized Trade Custom, Industry Standards by Donald Reynolds & Rsmeans Eng
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Product Details Binding Paperback Dewey Decimal Number 690.837021873 EAN 9780876296585 ISBN 0876296584 Manufacturer R.S. Means Company Number Of Items 1 Number Of Pages 572 Publication Date 2002-08 Publisher R.S. Means Company Product Description A unique collection of industry standards that define quality in construction. For contractors, subcontractors, owners, developers, architects, engineers, attorneys, and insurance personnel, this book provides authoritative requirements and recommendations compiled from the nation's leading professional associations, industry publications, and building code organizations. Coverage includes standards for concrete, masonry, framing, finish carpentry and cabinetry, insulation, roofing, windows and doors, drywall and ceramic tile, floor covering, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more. This one-stop reference is enhanced by helpful commentary from respected practitioners, including identification of items most frequently targeted for construction defect claims. The new second edition provides the latest building code requirements. This one-of-a-kind resource enables you to: Establish an acceptable quality of workmanship. Resolve disputes and avoid litigation. Train personnel in correct installation procedures. Answer client questions and authority. Easily find applicable building code information. The nationwide team of editors includes leading contractors, engineers, architects and construction defect analysts. They provide practical installation tips, along with advice on how to avoid the most frequently cited defect claims. A unique collection of industry standards that define quality in construction. For contractors, subcontractors, owners, developers, architects, engineers, attorneys, and insurance personnel, this book provides authoritative requirements and recommendations compiled from the nation's leading professional associations, industry publications, and building code organizations. Coverage includes standards for concrete, masonry, framing, finish carpentry and cabinetry, insulation, roofing, windows and doors, drywall and ceramic tile, floor covering, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more. This one-stop reference is enhanced by helpful commentary from respected practitioners, including identification of items most frequently targeted for construction defect claims. The new second edition provides the latest building code requirements. This one-of-a-kind resource enables you to: Establish an acceptable quality of workmanship. Resolve disputes and avoid litigation. Train personnel in correct installation procedures. Answer client questions and authority. Easily find applicable building code information. The nationwide team of editors includes leading contractors, engineers, architects and construction defect analysts. They provide practical installation tips, along with advice on how to avoid the most frequently cited defect claims. Customers who bought this item also bought Residential Construction Performance Guidelines, Third edition Graphic Guide to Frame Construction: Details for Builders and Designers (For Pros by Pros) Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2006 International Building Code (Building Codes Illustrated) Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction: Materials, Finishes, and Details Builder's Essentials Estimating Building Costs: For The Residential & Light Commercial Contractor (Builder's Essentials) Customer Reviews for: Residential and Light Commercial Construction Standards: The All-In-One, Authoritative Reference Compiled from Major Building Codes, Recognized Trade Custom, Industry Standards Rating - So much information, I don't know where to start. I think this is an excellent book for, first, students and neophytes to learn some standard detailing and systems, and second, novice construction administrators and contractors needing help with some standard practices they might not have seen or know the whole ins and outs of. I will admit that it is not at a beginner level, and you do need some familiarity with construction to understand all of its articles, but the list of contributing editors ... Read More Rating - Gene Newell My fiance is an architecture student and although we didn't but the book here it is a great reference to her school work. If she ever has a question concerning framing all she has to do is look it up in this book and all here questions are answered. This is a great book and we recommend it to anybody in the architecture field. Rating - Great To Help Avoid Disputes With Contractor or Vice Versa Residential and Light Commercial Construction Standards is a great book when trying to avoid disputes about various construction standards. It covers everything from asphalt paving; concrete; masonry; finish capentry; cabinetry; and many more. See all books by author Donald Reynolds & Rsmeans Eng

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