Includes index. "Trade secrets to high-value, low-cost construction"-- Cover.
Contents:
Money matters -- Design -- Foundations -- Framing -- Plumbing : less may be better -- Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning -- Wiring and light fixtures -- Insulation -- The exteriors shell -- Interior finish.
Summary:
"While building trends may change, one thing does not: the need to build quality homes at affordable prices. And in today's building market, sustainability is an important part of building homes that last so homeowners can keep long-term costs down. Building an Affordable House, 2nd edition helps readers do that with insight from the people who work in the field every day."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.