Miller's Guide to Home Wiring (Home Reference) - Softcover

Miller, Rex; Miller, Mark; Baker, Glenn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 007144551X ISBN 13: 9780071445511

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 2004

Synopsis

The experts show you how to tackle any wiring, remodeling, or plumbing project

Written by authors of McGraw-Hill's popular Carpentry & Construction, Fourth Edition, this new, dollar-saving series is great for do-it-yourselfers, weekend repairmen and home owners, as well as seasoned pros who want to stay on top of the latest methods, materials, equipment and code requirements.

Organized according to the actual stages of construction, these titles detail everything needed to successfully plan, manage, and complete a job. All are heavily illustrated and contain valuable tip-boxes throughout.

About this title

About the Authors

Rex Miller (Round Rock, Texas) is Professor Emeritus of Industrial Technology at the State University of New York College at Buffalo where he taught technical curriculums at the college level for more than 40 years. Dr. Miller authored or co-authored more than 100 texts for vocational and industrial arts programs.

Mark R. Miller (Tyler, Texas) is Professor of Industrial Technology and coordinator of that section of the Department of HRD & Technology at the University of Texas at Tyler. Dr. Miller teaches courses in construction for future middle managers and has authored or co-authored more than 35 technical books and many technical articles.

McGraw-Hill authors represent the leading experts in their fields and are dedicated to improving the lives, careers, and interests of readers worldwide

From the Back Cover

GO WITH THE PROS AND WIRE HOMES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY!

There's no better place to get instruction in home wiring... Clear directions, along with 550 photographs and illustrations, help you with each stage of every job, from large to small. The authors help you understand electrical distribution and current flow, plan the work, obtain inspections if needed, work safely and effectively, and achieve professional results.

EVERY STEP OF EVERY PROJECT

This complete how-to guide covers the gamut of home wiring projects, from complete residential service and circuits, to remodeling older wiring, to cabling and wiring for today's high tech audio, video, high-speed data, and TVs. It even covers such tasks as installing hot water heaters, automatic garage doors, and garbage disposals. You'll find detailed coverage of safety equipment and electrical codes.

WHY THIS BOOK IS BETTER

Whether you're a do-it-yourselfer, building professional, or contractor, you'll find that Miller's Guide to Home Wiring has what it takes to make your projects go smoothly. Only Miller's Guide to Home Wiring offers you:

-An inside-out guide to home wiring so clear and complete it enables you to solve problems unique to each home
-Expert guidance on the latest tools, materials, and safety techniques
-Confidence-building guidance on meeting code and inspection requirements, with full details on current electrical codes and standards
-550 illustrations that show you every stage of every job
-Valuable tip boxes with time- and patience-saving shortcuts and professional techniques
-Comprehensive help with planning, managing, and finishing every wiring or electrical installation job, of any size

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 007144551X
• ISBN 13: 9780071445511
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 225