Carpentry and Contracting: A Practical Reference Work on Carpentry, Building Superintendence, Contracting, Specifications, Estimating, Building Laws and Code, Underwriters' Requirements, Heating, Vent - Hardcover

American Technical Society

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265754429 ISBN 13: 9780265754429

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A practical reference that helps builders, contractors, and inspectors stay organized and compliant in today’s complex construction world.

This comprehensive handbook covers carpentry, building supervision, contracting, specifications, estimating, and the latest building laws and codes. It brings together core trade knowledge with practical guidance for safe, efficient, and compliant work on projects of moderate size. The edition presents clear explanations, illustrated data, and authoritative insights from leading practitioners.

Readers will find a practical framework for understanding responsibilities across foundations, framing, interiors, heating, plumbing, wiring, and related specialties. It emphasizes standard practices, modern tools, and cost awareness, while pointing to how to manage large, complex builds when needed.

• Foundations, framing, and structural considerations for typical projects


• Specifications, estimating methods, and cost data to guide bidding and budgeting


• Heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical installations, and fire safety essentials


• Building laws, codes, Underwriters' requirements, and practical compliance tips

Ideal for contractors, builders, superintendents, and aspiring estimators who want a broad, usable reference to support everyday decisions on the job.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265754429
• ISBN 13: 9780265754429
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 434