Building Trades

This manual is published in two volumes. Volume 1 includes design and analysis for columns, deflection, flexure, footings, seismic, shear, and two ...

This is the book that shows how to handle all common trim projects, including window and door casings, baseboards, wainscoting and crown molding --...

This technical brief is designed for the professional HVAC technicians and other technically astute persons. Residential HVAC Systems outlines step...

Reinforced Masonry Engineering Handbook is based on the requirements of the 2012 IBC. This book is useful to designers of reinforced masonry in eli...

Many examples, illustrations, tables and formulas are provided for on the job applications. This book is also an excellent reference to standard fo...

If you're replacing your tired kitchen cabinets or are planning to install a new kitchen, this video workshop is a must. With the camera beside hi...

Every community needs drywall specialists who can hang, tape, and texture gypsum drywall. This practical manual explains what you need to know to ...

The Carpentry Workbook is designed to reinforce the learning of key concepts covered in the textbook and can be used for self-study or as part of...

This book is loaded with practical "how-to" information you'll use every day when preparing surfaces for coating, applying paints, bidding jobs and...

The step-by-step, hands-on guide to any type of roofing on residential and commercial buildings. Covers everything from underlayment to shingles to...

All information you need to select and pour the right mix for the job, lay out the structure, select the right form materials, design and build the...

This text describes construction techniques, from mixing materials to special surface finishes. solutions to common plastering problems, such as cr...

Concrete Formwork provides valuable information on the construction and safe assembly and disassembly of formwork for residential, light commercial...

From basic arithmetic to using formulas, this fully updated edition applies essential practical math skills directly to the field of heating and co...

The SMACNA Duct System Calculator has detailed instructions and calculations to enable HVAC system designers to design an average duct system witho...

This book is a must for understanding what makes a veneer system work and is an essential tool for Architects, Designers, Building Officials, Inspe...

While there are many things important to concrete construction, such as quality work and making a profit, safety must always be the number one prio...

Refine the skills needed to become an accomplished professional carpenter with the in-depth coverage and practical applications found in CARPENTRY,...

Concrete is magical mud. This mixture of sand, stone, Portland cement and water is an essential ingredient in just about any building project. Now ...

This technical brief is designed for the professional tradesmen and motivated homeowners. Airtight homes need whole-house mechanical ventilation sy...

Everybody knows about pre-engineered buildings -- they now account for almost 70 percent of all new low-rise construction in the United States. But...

Stair building combines precision carpentry with tricky math, so even experienced builders can find it challenging. But as this extensively illustr...

A complete course in basic framing, with practical information about how to organize tasks, streamline procedures, and handle tools and materials e...

This practical volume provides a thorough grounding in the design of masonry structures for buildings with clear and easy-to-grasp coverage of basi...

A how-to guide for construction every step of a wood-frame house. From the initial layout of the foundation, to the outer walls, excavation and fo...

This guide is highly recommended for its time-saving, lower-cost methods of installation. Provides a thorough coverage of proficient construction p...

Solid, accessible coverage of the basics of wood structure design. This invaluable guide provides a complete and practical introduction to the desi...

This popular manual has been updated and improved to bring it more current with modern earthmoving and trenching equipment, refined excavation tech...

The SMACNA Fire, Smoke, & Radiation Damper Installation Guide for HVAC Systems is an application and installation study guide for architects, e...

Now in its Ninth Edition, this hands-on blueprint reading guide contains the most comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of welding symbols and their a...

Here you'll find 68 different pitch combinations of "bastard" hip roofs at your fingertips. Don't curse the architect -- let this book make you an ...

Focusing on brick and concrete block masonry, Masonry Design and Detailing, Sixth Edition is fully up to date with current MSJC codes and the lates...

When it comes to the exterior of a home, the details big and small can make all the difference. This new edition of Siding, Roofing, and Trim, the ...

Installing a beautiful walkway made of pavers, creating a dramatic brick-covered wall, or even repairing foundational cracks to preserve your home ...

This four volume set includes the code-recognized National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction (2018 Edition) with Commentary and Supp...

This Fifth Edition of Manual N has been updated and revised and is designed to provide instruction enabling contractors and designers to satisfy ne...