Adventures in Home Building: Written From a Woman's Point of View (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780595432011)

If you're a woman facing the prospect of building a home, you're probably dealing with lots of questions and choices. It's easy to be overwhelmed, but not necessary Drawing on her experiences in home construction, author Melissa Carrigee helps you easily navigate through the process with Adventures in Home Building: Written From a Woman's Point of View.

Written in clear, easy-to-understand terms, Carrigee shares her thoughts on general contractors, dealing with sub-contractors, and building her own home with her husband. She also offers a construction timeline, shows you what to expect during the different building stages, and covers key areas of construction, including:

• Plots and plans
  
• Foundation work
  
• Framing, insulation, and drywall
  
• Cabinets and countertops
  
• Painting and millwork
  
• And much more

Building a house can be one of the most rewarding-yet frustrating-experiences of your life. Don't let unnecessary mistakes spoil the enjoyment of your future home. With Adventures in Home Building, you'll be prepared to handle any decision or crisis that comes your way

Author: Melissa Carrigee
ISBN-10: 0595432018
ISBN-13: 9780595432011
Publisher: iUniverse
Language: English
Published: 06/21/2007
Pages: 68
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.16d