Miller's Guide to Home Remodeling - Softcover

Mark R. Miller; Rex Miller; Glenn E. Baker

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071445536 ISBN 13: 9780071445535

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2004

Synopsis

Introducing the Carpentry & Construction Series from McGraw-Hill

The experts show you how to tackle any wiring, remodeling, or plumbing project

Written by authors of McGraw-Hill's popular Carpentry & Construction, Fourth Edition, this new, dollar-saving series is great for do-it-yourselfers, weekend repairmen and home owners, as well as seasoned pros who want to stay on top of the latest methods, materials, equipment and code requirements. Organized according to the actual stages of construction, these titles detail everything needed to successfully plan, manage, and complete a job. All are heavily illustrated and contain valuable tip-boxes throughout.

* Covers converting existing space, adding space, and creating new structures
* In-depth coverage of minor repairs as well as complete remodeling projects

About this title

From the Back Cover

GO WITH THE PROS FOR THE BEST REMODELING TECHNIQUES

There's simply no better place to get instruction in home remodeling techniques. Clear directions, along with 375 photographs and illustrations, help you with each stage of every job, from small to large. The authors help you diagnose problems and needs, plan the work, obtain permits, work safely and effectively, and achieve professional results.

EVERY STEP OF EVERY PROJECT
This complete how-to guide covers the gamut of home remodeling projects, from alterations to existing spaces, to additions, to building new, freestanding structures. It also covers minor repairs such as painting on old surfaces, putting in paneling, installing new countertops, and replacing gutters. You'll even find detailed help with tasks such as furniture refinishing and creating special effects with paint.

WHY THIS BOOK IS BETTER
Whether you're a do-it-yourselfer, building professional, or contractor, you'll find that Miller's Guide to Home Remodeling has what it takes to make your projects go smoothly. Only Miller's Guide to Home Remodeling offers you:

• An inside-out guide to home remodeling so clear and complete it enables you to solve problems unique to each home
• Expert guidance on the latest tools, materials, and safety techniques
• Confidence-building guidance on meeting building code and permitting requirements, with full details on current building codes
• 375 illustrations that show you every stage of every job
• Comprehensive help with planning, managing, and finishing every remodeling job, of any size

About the Author

Authors Mark R. Miller, Rex Miller, and Glenn E. Baker have a proven record in easy-to-follow construction guides. Their Carpentry & Construction has been in print for more than 25 years and may be the most popular home building guide ever! One online reviewer said, "It has given me the confidence to build my own house, even though I can't swing a hammer without hitting my thumb." The authors know how to teach. All have taught construction, management, and technical skills at the university level for many years.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0071445536
• ISBN 13: 9780071445535
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 260