GREEN APPLICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION is a collection of supplemental material for the Residential Construction Academy (RCA) series textbooks that will introduce readers to trade-specific green building practices. The Introduction explains general green building principles and each trade-specific section explores how a carpenter, plumber, HVAC installer, electrician and mason can apply green building principles and jobsite practices while they plan and execute their work.

Green Applications for Residential Construction (Go Green with Renewable Energy Resources)

Arts & Photography

Guertin, Mike

Architecture

Cengage Learning'

Developed as a guide for the authors' crews, this book has evolved into a comprehensive framing handbook -- from basics to finishing techniques. It combines common sense, sound engineering, and craftsmanship. Custom framers can use these procedures -- or adapt them to their needs -- to achieve labor efficiency and excellent results every time.

Precision Framing (For Pros By Pros)

Arnold, Rick

Taunton Press

More than 80% of the homes in North America are roofed with asphalt shingles. Whether you're shingling your own house or tackling roofs every day, Roofing with Asphalt Shingles will help you improve the production, appearance, and quality of your finished product from eaves to ridge. Installing an asphalt roof isn't the most difficult task you'll face, but improper installation can lead to costly interior damage. Avoid those worries with clear and complete instructions from author and custom builder Mike Guertin. In Roofing with Asphalt Shingles you'll find details on: <ul>
<li>planning, estimating, and ordering materials</li> <li>calculating and installing adequate roof ventilation</li> <li>preparing a roof deck for shingles</li> <li>installing shingles quickly and accurately</li> <li>flashing critical roof-to-roof and roof-to-wall connections</li> <li>stripping and reshingling old roofs</li> </ul>

Roofing with Asphalt Shingles (For Pros By Pros)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Home Improvement & Design

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