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Troubleshooting Guide to Residential Construction

Engineering & Transportation

The Journal of Light Construction

Engineering

Hanley Wood

From roof to basement, here's a practical guide for contractors on how to keep moisture out of a house. The editors of JLC have pulled together the best advice from dozens of experts on foundations and drainage, air and vapor control, exterior cladding, roof systems, and mechanical ventilation. 
 It's filled with practical details and effective solutions for the kinds of serious moisture problems afflicting today's tighter and better sealed houses. And it includes a comprehensive troubleshooting guide, including advice for dealing with mold and rot. 
 Vapor barrier do's and don'ts Practical advice for cold, mixed, and hot climates How to keep basements and crawlspaces dry Proper flashing for windows and doors Water-managed wall systems for optimal siding performance Storm-proof stucco details Keeping paints and stains on exterior wood Vented and unvented roof solutions Leak-free flashing details Low-cost whole-house ventilation 
 Fully illustrated and written in plain English, this book is perfect for contractors looking for practical ways to combat the costly damage caused by vapor, water, and ice in today's homes.

The JLC Guide To Moisture Control: Practical Details for Durable Buildings

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Home Improvement & Design

Home Planners

NOTE - this is the 1986 - 2007, 11th Edition (22 yrs of Journal of Light Construction Archive on DVD, not a CD ROM). One original DVD and installation instructions. One owner, from personal collection, everything in like new condition. In US, ships with Delivery Confirmation and Insurance at no extra charge.

The Journal of Light Construction; 11th Edition edition (2007)

Build Fast. Build Well. Discover how to plan and complete your custom projects using high-volume production carpentry techniques and tools. You ll work faster, waste less, and maintain your reputation for high-quality work. This brand-new book from The Journal of Light Construction is written by veteran builders who have mastered the art of building fast and building well. You ll learn their job-proven approaches to every phase of carpentry, from setting the sills to coping crown molding. You ll also see how to use a host of innovative materials and techniques that will enable you to do custom work at reasonable prices. - Framing Layout Rules of Thumb - Gang-Cutting Rafters - Assembling Truss Roofs on the Ground - Fast Framing with Panelized Walls - Fast-Tracking a Second-Story Addition - Custom Porches, Production Pace - Finish Carpentry, Production Style - Fast, Accurate Interior Trim - Installing Framed Cabinets - Installing Manufactured Stairs - Prefinished Hardwood Flooring - And much more! Speed, quality, value. Put it all together with The JLC Guide to Production Carpentry.

The JLC Guide to Production Carpentry

The Journal of Light Construction has assembled an all-star team of national building and energy experts to help you understand energy efficient construction methods and apply them to your new construction and remodeling projects. This practical book describes in detail the proven field-tested techniques that are both cost- effective and resource-efficient. For example, you'll learn: - The facts vs. myths about energy and moisture - The uses (and misuses) of air and vapor barriers- How to build low-cost airtight shells- The pros and cons of fiberglass, cellulose, and foam insulation-How to do blower door tests - Details for high-R wall systems - How to quickly find and seal hidden air leaks - Selecting the best windows for your climate - Cost-effective energy retrofits your customers want - Trouble-free heating and cooling installation - Ventilating tight homes with HRVs, ERVs, and alternatives - When indirect, tankles

The Jlc Guide to Energy Efficiency: Best Practices for Builders and Remodelers