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9781641551953: The Visual Handbook of Building and Remodeling 5th Edition: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Materials and Systems for Every Part of Your Home

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The most comprehensive, visual guide to residential construction ever published--now updated for the modern builder.

The Visual Handbook of Building & Remodeling is the definitive "how-to" resource for anyone looking to understand the complex systems of a home.

Featuring 1,700 full-color illustrations and 300 quick-reference charts, this 688-page book allows you to visualize the processes and techniques needed for successful building and remodeling projects. It covers every aspect of home design and construction, making it an invaluable reference for both novice and experienced builders.

Whether you're designing a new addition, remodeling a kitchen, or troubleshooting a structural issue, this handbook provides the "gold standard" specifications for every major house system.

From site-work and foundations to finish carpentry and high-efficiency mechanicals, you will find the precise measurements, clearances, and material data required to do the job right the first time.

This updated edition covers the latest in:

  • Building Science: Modern insulation, air-sealing, and moisture-management techniques.
  • Energy Efficiency: Solar orientation, heat pumps, and sustainable material choices.
  • Code Compliance: Simplified visual breakdowns of the most current IRC (International Residential Code) standards.
  • Pro-Level Detailing: Professional-grade framing, roofing, and plumbing layouts for durable, long-lasting construction.

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Charlie Wing, an authority on home building and remodeling, specializes in translating technical information into layman's terms. He founded the nation's first owner-builder school, called the Shelter Institute. He's also written and hosted a national PBS TV series about remodeling and is the author of 14 home-related books, including How Your House Works.

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