House Framing - Softcover

Jones, Jack

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0595180345 ISBN 13: 9780595180349

Publisher: iUniverse, 2001

Synopsis

Experienced builder Jack P. Jones provides vividly illustrated coverage of all aspects of framing from footing to drying-in to help you complete everything from small projects to building a home from scratch. Jones takes you chronologically through the framing process, starting with footing, squaring, erecting, and building the foundation. He provides complete chapters on Lumber, Sills, Floor Joists, Wall Framing, Ceiling Joists, I-beam Rafters, Basic Frame Types, Girders, Flooring Panels, Wall Sheathing, Roof Trusses, Roof Framing and Roof Sheathing. A builder with over 30 years building experience, Jones teaches you all the tricks of the trade.

About this title

From the Author:

Step-by-step instructions in framing techniques
With 30 years plus experience in construction I strive to explain in simple terms the most practical and best method(s) with which to frame a house, the different framing types and where to start each task to ensure a professional job. This book is for the professional builder as well as the average person who desires to save money and yet build something beutiful!!!

About the Author:

Jack P. Jones designed, built, repaired, and remodeled spec and custom homes for over 25 years. He preferred a hands-on approach, being involved in each task from digging the footing to nailing on the roofing shingles, including the electrical and plumbing work. The author of ten books on the how-to of construction, contracting, and techniques, he shows in detail explanation and sketches the proven methods of building quality houses without a waste of manpower or money. Building contractors all over the country have praised his books as practical and sound guidance to profitable construction.

About this edition

• Publisher: iUniverse
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0595180345
• ISBN 13: 9780595180349
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320