Contracting
There are 35 books in this aisle.
Browse the aisle by Title | by Author | by Price
See recently arrived used books in this aisle.
 New: $49.95 Trade Paper 
add to wish list |
|
Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2006 International Building Code, 2nd Edition
by Francis D. K. Ching  Publisher Comments This book will cover the updates to the international building code for 2006 (the first edition covered the IBC for 2000, not 2003). The building industry is moving toward a single set of construction codes that have no regional limitations. This single...
|
||||||
Used: $21.00 Trade Paper List Price $29.95
add to wish list |
|
A Manual of Construction Documentation: An Illustrated Guide to Preparing Construction Drawings
by Glenn E Wiggins Synopsis The only book that shows how to create a complete set of construction drawings. Includes site plans, elevations, floor plans, sections, reflected ceiling plans, and more....
|
||||||
Used: $12.50 Trade Paper List Price $24.95
add to wish list |
|
Running a Successful Construction Company (For Pros By Pros) (02 Edition)
by David Gerstel Publisher Comments Running a small business can be daunting to the contractor whose expertise is in building -- not finance or law. This book helps to demystify the day-to-day challenges that contractors face. Running a Successful Construction Company is acknowledged as...
|
||||||
New: $59.95 Trade Paper
add to wish list |
|
Construction Codes and Inspection Handbook
by Gil L Taylor Publisher Comments " ... Hard to imagine a more complete resource for architects, engineers, and code officials." -- Charles Linn, Deputy Editor, Architectural Record THE ALL-IN-ONE QUALITY, CODE COMPLIANCE, AND BUILDING INSPECTION TOOLKIT This resource simplifies quality...
|
||||||
Used: $19.95 Hardcover List Price $85.00
add to wish list |
|
Wood Engineering & Construction Handbook 2ND Edition
by Keith Faherty Book News Annotation Examples and data on wood joints, members, components, and structural systems; engineering properties of wood and new wood products; design guidelines for wood beams, bridges, and pile foundations; commercial lumber standards, fire resistance, and...
|
||||||
Used: $16.00 Trade Paper List Price $29.95
add to wish list |
|
Builder's Essentials: Successful Business Practices/Building & Remodeling (Means Builder's Essentials)
by Thomas Frisby Publisher Comments -- Increase your revenue and keep more of your profit. -- Plan for long-term growth and reach your goals. -- Manage subs and crews, and keep good employees. -- Maintain a reputation for quality workmanship. -- Set company policies and stay out of legal...
|
||||||
Sale: $10.98 Trade Paper List Price $34.95
add to wish list |
|
Be a Successful Building Contractor
by R Dodge Woodson Publisher Comments "A wonderful book on the industry ... If you are interested in becoming a contractor and don't have much experience with all of the building aspects, this book should enlighten you. I highly recommend it."* "Answers many questions about the business side...
|
||||||
New: $16.95 Trade Paper
add to wish list |
|
Be Your Own House Contractor: Save 25% Without Lifting a Hammer (Be Your Own House Contractor)
by Carl Heldmann Publisher Comments This book should be required reading for anyone who is thinking about building or renovating a house. The savings involved can make the difference between just dreaming about that dream house and actually building it. The primary message behind Be Your...
|
||||||
New: $38.00 Trade Paper
add to wish list |
|
Contractor's Survival Manual
by William D. Mitchell Book News Annotation Mitchell, a licensed architect and general contractor, presents a manual for dealing with common problems contractors face. He explains how to deal with debt and find money, file for bankruptcy, the basics of the business, accounting, the contractor's...
|
||||||
New: $19.95 Trade Paper
add to wish list |
|
Smart Business for Contractors: A Guide to Money and the Law (For Pros By Pros)
by James M. Kramon Publisher Comments A contractor needs three basic things to be successful in business: an accountant, a calendar, and this book. Completely revised and updated, the advice in Smart Business for Contractors all but insures a contractor's increased efficiency and...
|
||||||
Used: $15.95 Trade Paper List Price $22.95
add to wish list |
|
The Builder's Guide to Running a Successful Construction Company
by David Gerstel Publisher Comments Contractors need more than trade skills to be successful they also need business acumen and managerial skills. The Builders Guide to Running a Successful Construction Company is a comprehensive, detailed guide for building a thriving business in any...
|
||||||
Used: $12.95 Trade Paper List Price $27.95
add to wish list |
|
The Builder's Guide to Running a Successful Construction Company
by David Gerstel Book News Annotation Practical, simple record-keeping, contracts, bidding, management for the small contractor. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)...
|
||||||
Sale: $8.98 Trade Paper List Price $19.95
add to wish list |
|
Smart Business for Contractors: A Guide to Money and the Law (For Pros & by Pros)
by Jim Kramon Synopsis Aimed at single contractors and small businesses, this handbook gives readers reliable information on bidding and pricing and offers field-tested ways to handle legal matters that arise during this process. Includes chapters on incorporation, taxes...
|
||||||
Used: $18.95 Trade Paper List Price $35.95
add to wish list |
|
Plan Reading & Material Takeoff (Means Builder's Essentials)
by Wayne J Delpico Publisher Comments -- Step-by-Step Instructions -- from site work through electrical -- Takeoff procedures based on a full set of working drawings This book shows and explains, in clear language and with over 160 illustrations, typical working drawings encountered by...
|
||||||
New: $16.50 Trade Paper
add to wish list |
|
Basics Tendering (Basics)
by Tim Brandt Synopsis Tendering constitutes the transition from the drawing and planning stage to the construction phase. In addition to its economic and contractual dimension, it is also an essential tool for translating design quality into built quality. This volume...
|
||||||
Sale: $8.98 Trade Paper List Price $19.95
add to wish list |
|
Building Contractor's Checklists and Forms
by Sidney Levy Publisher Comments This comprehensive checklist and forms book will improve building contractors' on-site business management techniques and organizational skills. All forms and checklists will also be available in customizable Word and PDF format from a website. Contents:...
|
||||||
Used: $7.75 Trade Paper List Price $14.95
add to wish list |
|
Be Your Own House Contractor: Save 25% Without Lifting a Hammer
by Carl Heldmann Publisher Comments Simple language with no technical jargon. (The New York Times) This excellent book offers the average person a way to say 25% of the high cost of a new house. Recommended. (Library Journal) For those who are considering building a home (or addition) this...
|
||||||
Used: $30.00 Hardcover List Price $99.00
add to wish list |
|
Construction Contracting 6TH Edition
by Richard H Clough Book News Annotation A comprehensive professional reference that provides management information about the business of construction contracting and the workings of the construction industry. This revised and updated edition features expanded coverage of such fundamentals...
|
||||||
| Used: $17.95 Trade Paper List Price $28.50
add to wish list |
|
Paint Contractor's Manual
by Dave Matis Synopsis How to start and run a profitable paint contracting company: getting set up to handle volume work and getting top production from your crews. Loaded with man-hour estimates, sample forms, contracts, and examples you can use....
|
||||||
| Used: $27.95 Trade Paper List Price $39.00
add to wish list |
|
Contractors Guide To the Building Code 5TH Edition
by Jack M Hageman Synopsis Explains in plain English exactly what the '97 Uniform Building, Plumbing, & Mechanical Codes require. This will help you pass those inspections the first time. Tips cover the items most cited and how to avoid them. For both residential and commercial....
|
||||||
