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How to Be Your Own Contractor and Save Thousands on Your New House Or Renovation: While Keeping Your Day Job With Companion CD-ROM REVISED 2ND EDITION
By Tanya Davis
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In this completely updated and totally revised second edition, you will learn the essentials to becoming your own contractor, including
how to choose a site
draw up construction time line and flow charts
apply for construction loans
obtain essential insurance information, buy plans
find and negotiate with subcontractors
how to comply with building code, inspection, and permit requirements.
The ins and outs of self contracting are explained, combined with the experiences of others, and with dozens of forms and checklists at hand, you will learn all about: building materials and foundations, windows, decks, roofing, plumbing, heating, wiring, air-conditioning, and much more. There are hundreds of tools, contracts, and checklists to help you get your project organized and save you thousands!
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