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Author : Elke H. Duffy
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0557767318
Total Pages : 38 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (577 download)
Download or read book Helpful Homeowner Guide written by Elke H. Duffy and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Jodie Carter
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 1616733608
Total Pages : 499 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (167 download)
Download or read book Black & Decker The Complete Photo Guide Homeowner Basics written by Jodie Carter and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2008-04-01 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New help for new homeowners Homeowners who are ready to remodel, just moving in, or ready to tackle their first DIY repair will find Black & Decker The Complete Photo Guide for New Homeowners indispensable. Filled with easy-to-follow projects for all of the most common repairs and installations homeowners confront, this is the essential guide for readers with little to no do-it-yourself experience. This book is carefully tailored for the needs of homeowners new to the art of home repair and maintenance. Each section includes an overview of the topic; including information on common tools and materials, overall house systems, and how to evaluate different situations. Then specific projects start with a list of common terms and a photographed list of the tools and materials needed for the project at hand. Detailed, step-by-step photo instructions follow.
Author : Charlie Wing
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119473527
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (194 download)
Download or read book How Your House Works written by Charlie Wing and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-07-24 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The updated and highly illustrated guide to understanding how just about everything in your house works! The revised and updated third edition of How Your House Works is a hands-on guide that gives you the low-down on why your faucet is leaking, your dishwasher is overflowing, or your furnace is on the fritz. This comprehensive book is your reference to virtually everything in your house with richly illustrated explanations of electrical systems, heating and air conditioning, plumbing, major household appliances, foundation, framing, doors, and windows. This must-have book answers most questions homeowners face when repairs are needed or when a new house or addition is in your future. How Your House Works is filled with easy-to-understand illustrations that show how things should be put together and how they function. The book also highlights issues outside the house as well as clock thermostats, ventless gas heaters, moisture and mold, and passive solar heating. Using the illustrations and the author’s clear explanations might save you the expense of calling a professional. This invaluable guide: Offers a colorful resource to home electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, major household appliances, foundation, framing, doors and windows, sustainability, and much more Includes easy-to-follow information for troubleshooting problems Contains dozens of new full-color illustrations Presents new chapters on solar power and smart home technologies Helps homeowners save money on many common household repairs Written for homeowners with little or no knowledge of home maintenance or repair, How Your House Works is your illustrated and updated guide to understanding how appliances, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and more work!
Author : Glen Martin
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780692691694
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (916 download)
Download or read book The Home Book written by Glen Martin and published by . This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homeowner maintenance reference manual including 380 residential workmanship guidelines covering conditions and maintenance for topics including: floors and ceilings; roofs and gutters; foundations and basements; interior/exterior components; grounds; utility systems; and walls. Homeowner and builder maintenance responsibilities are stated along with the performance guideline and additional information for each topic. Green home construction is also covered.
Author : Jocelyn Jane Cox
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780985528706
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (287 download)
Download or read book The Homeowner's Guide to Greatness written by Jocelyn Jane Cox and published by . This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Owning a home is a constant adventure filled with infinite challenges. To succeed, it's important to keep an open mind and to think creatively. In these pages, learn new ways to make use of your mortgage agreement (i.e. as a stepping stool), how to pick through other people's garbage for furnishings, and exactly what you should do if a tree falls on your house. You might be surprised to learn what your design choices say about you and interested to discover just how easy it is to catch poison ivy. This is an excellent and humorous tool for new homeowners and those who are experiencing burnout. Whether you've been in your house 20 minutes or 20 years, this groundbreaking guide will help you become a better homeowner and quite possibly a great one.
Author : Editors of Creative Homeowner
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1637410549
Total Pages : 2412 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (374 download)
Download or read book Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement, 3rd Updated Edition written by Editors of Creative Homeowner and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 2412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: · Ultimate DIY resource shows readers everything they need to know about plumbing and electrical repairs, heating and cooling, roofing and siding, remodeling, and so much more · Offers plenty of direct DIY wisdom on how to make the most of a home · Includes more than 2,300 how-to photos and 800 drawings · New edition of this best-selling home improvement manual includes recent code updates and changes, plus information on USB outlets, AFCI/GFCI breakers, and tankless water heaters
Author : Susan Solakian
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1402727542
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (27 download)
Download or read book The Homeowner's Guide to Managing a Renovation written by Susan Solakian and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Major home remodeling isn’t for the faint of heart; there is huge potential for design problems, cost overruns, or just unsatisfactory workmanship. Here, a professional construction manager who masterminded the redesign at New York’s famed Avery Fisher Hall as well as a massive institute-wide renovation of St. Luke’s Hospital, offers an indispensable guide for homeowners who need to manage a large-scale renovation. There’s advice on how to articulate your thoughts clearly to designers, architects, and contractors; tips on negotiating contracts; suggestions for protecting yourself from legal and financial threats; and help understanding warranty claims. Each step--from initial planning through the completed project--is covered in layman’s terms, and sample contracts, floor plans, cost estimating worksheets and other forms are provided.
Author : Michael Pugliese
Publisher : RSMeans
ISBN 13 : 9780876298213
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (982 download)
Download or read book The Homeowner's Guide to Mold written by Michael Pugliese and published by RSMeans. This book was released on 2006-07-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even a minor, hidden water leak, untreated, can result in major mold problems and thousands of dollars in damage… and a severely mold-contaminated house can’t be lived in or sold! Once moisture combines with dust or mold-friendly materials like drywall, mold can start growing and spreading in as little as 24-48 hours. This book will show you how to: Inspect for mold throughout a home. Remove mold and keep it from coming back… including the best maintenance procedures to prevent mold growth. Select mold-preventive construction techniques and new mold-resistant materials if you’re building or remodeling. Deal with insurance companies if you’re thinking of submitting a mold damages claim. Select a reliable mold removal contractor, and know when you need one. Plus standard procedures and costs for mold remediation, testing, and repair work FEATURES: Invaluable tips on: Recognizing mold, will full-color photographs Removing mold safely and effectively Mold removal contractors and insurance issues
Author : Family Handyman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1621452212
Total Pages : 832 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (214 download)
Download or read book 100 Things Every Homeowner Must Know written by Family Handyman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 832 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Family Handyman’s 100 Things Every Homeowner Must Know gives you the knowledge you need to be a better homeowner. You’ll make informed decisions, avoid frustrations and save thousands over the life of your home. The Family Handyman’s 100 Things Every Homeowner Must Know gives you the knowledge you need to be a better homeowner. You’ll make informed decisions, avoid frustrations and save thousands over the life of your home. Here’s just a small sample of what’s inside: The smartest thing you can do before going on vacation Push a button and save $100 Be ready for any natural disaster Make burglars bypass your house The most effective way to cut heating and cooling costs Clever shortcuts for home maintenance—indoors and out Keep mice, ants and other invaders out of your house Boost curb appeal without remodeling What to do when the power goes out The most common—and costly—homeowner mistakes Eliminate noises, odors and other household irritations Grow the best lawn on the block Secret weapons pros use for easy, instant repairs Make appliances last years longer The key to drip-free faucets Make your mower start right up—every time Cures for damp basements Exterminate mold and mildew Pick a paint color you’ll love Get faster downloads and better TV quality Stop peeling paint Plus, incredibly easy repairs for appliances, plumbing, flooring, walls, furniture and more!
Author : Instructables.com
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1629142638
Total Pages : 1022 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (291 download)
Download or read book How to Fix Absolutely Anything written by Instructables.com and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-05-27 with total page 1022 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The one book that shows you how to fix anything anywhere in your home! There are a million things that can go wrong in your home. Faucets leak. Floorboards creak. Paint flakes. Chairs break. With How to Fix Absolutely Anything, you’ll have step-by-step instructions to tackle even the most confounding repairs in your home, including: • Installing a toilet • Replacing the belts on your washer and dryer • Patching up a hole in the wall • Bringing a power adapter back to life • Re-covering chairs • Getting wax out of your carpet • And many more! From changing lightbulbs to fixing a kitchen cabinet hinge, How to Fix Absolutely Anything is a collection of the most indispensible advice and tips from people across the world who face the same problems you do. Hundreds of color photographs and easy-to-follow instructions make this book perfect for all levels of experience. It’s a no-brainer for any homeowner, and the one gift to get any friend, family member, or loved one living on their own for the first time. Broke the microwave handle and don’t know what to do? With How to Fix Absolutely Anything, the solution is only a few pages away.
Author : Creative Homeowner (Firm)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781580113168
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (131 download)
Download or read book Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement written by Creative Homeowner (Firm) and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is packed with over 2,500 photos, 800 illustrations, and practicaltext that covers the entire home.
Author : Sid Davis
Publisher : AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn
ISBN 13 : 0814414257
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (144 download)
Download or read book A Survival Guide for Buying a Home written by Sid Davis and published by AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn. This book was released on 2009 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buying a home is a complex process that involves a delicate balance of financial, emotional, and practical factors. This essential resource helps readers come out on top, revealing the best strategies for finding and buying a new home -- while saving money every step of the way.Whether looking for a house, condo, co-op, or manufactured home, readers will learn how to:* Hire the right agent* determine financial limits* develop relationships with banks and other potential lenders* evaluate communities* get prequalified or preapproved for a mortgage* negotiate the best price and terms* and more.There's also a checklist of the 15 costliest mistakes homebuyers make -- and how to avoid every one of them -- plus crucial information on how to sell a home. Owning a home is the American dream, but achieving it can be a nightmarish experience. With this vital information and great strategies, readers will not only find their dream home faster, they will do everything right to move in quickly and confidently!"
Author : Jon Gorey
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1507217404
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (72 download)
Download or read book Home Buying 101 written by Jon Gorey and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Buying a first home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Will you qualify for a mortgage? Is your dream home achievable? How do you make sure your offer will beat others? Don't worry-now you can arm yourself with the information you need to know before you begin the hunt! In Home Buying 101, you will learn all the skills you need to find the right house at the right price, with financing that fits your budget. Full of nuts-and-bolts advice and organized in an easy-to-read format, this book will teach you all the basics of: deciding the right time to buy; getting your finances in order; deciphering the MLS/reading the listings for clues; types of mortgage loans; and much more! With the help of this guide, you'll learn how to find the house of your dreams at a price you can afford!"--
Author : Better Homes & Gardens
Publisher : Wiley
ISBN 13 : 9780696238505
Total Pages : 560 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (385 download)
Download or read book Home Improvement 1-2-3 (Home Depot 1-2-3) written by Better Homes & Gardens and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2009-04-13 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Home Improvement 1-2-3 is a workbench classic. The new edition—more than 600 projects, thousands of color photos, detailed illustrations, charts, and graphs, and a 90-minute DVD—offers up-to-the-minute solutions for homeowners tackling home repair, maintenance, and improvement. Chapters cover painting, wallpaper, plumbing, electrical system, walls and ceilings, flooring, doors, windows, cabinets, shelves, countertops, insulation, weatherproofing, exterior maintenance, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning. Clear, concise instructions accompanied by detailed how-to photographs ensure success no matter what your skill level. Every project offers tips, shortcuts, and advice on buying and using tools and materials, working safely, avoiding common mistakes, saving time and money, and developing skills. Home Improvement 1-2-3 also reviews new tools, technology, materials, and installation techniques.
Author : Christy Ann Kicklighter
Publisher : Balboa Press
ISBN 13 : 1504328019
Total Pages : 53 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (43 download)
Download or read book A Homeowner's Guide to the Custom Home Building Process written by Christy Ann Kicklighter and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2015-04-14 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Homeowners Guide to the Custom Home Building Process introduces the new homeowner to the paperwork and processes that it takes to build a home from the ground up. The Homeowners Guide walks you through contractor selection, bidding and contract administration, all the way to project completion. You will learn of some warning signs along the way, so you dont get taken advantage of. Building your new home can be an enjoyable experience, by educating yourself, staying positive, and visualizing the outcomeyour dream house. I have personally known Christy for over twenty years. Christy is very personable, honest, hard-working, and dedicated. She has an excellent understanding of the construction industry and associated paperwork, and her estimates have always been accurate. Paul U. Dritenbas, AIA, principal architect
Author : Kristina Leigh Wiggins
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781612549408
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (494 download)
Download or read book Building Your Home written by Kristina Leigh Wiggins and published by . This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a savvy and thorough guide to remodeling and building homes, architect and project manager Kristina Leigh Wiggins guides us through every step of the daunting process. Whether your project is indoors or outdoors, long term or short term, big or small, you¿ll want to have Building Your Home: A Simple Guide to Making Good Decisions by your side to help you achieve the home of your dreams.
Author : This Old House Books
Publisher : This Old House
ISBN 13 : 9780966675337
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (753 download)
Download or read book This Old House Essential Home Repair written by This Old House Books and published by This Old House. This book was released on 1999 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A house is the single largest investment most adults will ever make. However, a house neglected will rot, leak and frustrate the owner. Let Norm Abram, Tom Silva and the experts at This Old House show you how to correctly maintain your home (and Investment) throughout the year in this functional season-by-season guide to home repair.
