Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Pages-Ruiz, Fernando
ISBN 10: 1561585963 ISBN 13: 9781561585960
Published by Taunton Press, 2005
Used
paperback
From
Gulf Coast Books, Cypress, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 27 June 2017
This specific item is no longer available.
About this Item
Description:
Seller Inventory # 1561585963-3-28288765
Synopsis:
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction by Fernando Pages Ruiz is the essential guide for builders, developers, and homeowners looking to maximize their construction or remodel budget without sacrificing quality. Packed with insider techniques from top homebuilders, this book reveals how to save thousands of dollars on your next home project.
Key features:
- Expert tips for adding curb appeal while staying on budget.
- Proven strategies for cutting costs without compromising on quality.
- Techniques for building savings directly into your blueprints.
- Secrets to reducing material costs without reducing value.
- Practical advice on working with subcontractors to keep costs down from the start.
About the Author:
Biography
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Fernando Pagés Ruiz immigrated to the United States in 1970 and became a US citizen in 1984. Over a 30-carear in construction, he has become a dedicated proponent of building innovation in low cost housing. Pagés Ruiz speaks, writes and consults internationally on how to build high-quality, affordable and energy-efficient homes. A builder with 30 years of experience and an expert on how to cut costs and keep quality when building or remodeling, Pagés Ruiz is the author of two books published by the Taunton Press: Building an Affordable House: A high-value, low-cost approach to building (2005) and Affordable Remodel: How to get custom results on any budget (2007). As a builder, his projects have numerous award, including the 2008 "Green Building Single Family House of the Year" and the 2007 "Workforce Housing Award" from the National Association of Home Builders. In 2006, the Department of Housing and Urban Development's PATH project chose him to build America's first PATH Concept Home, a home that is affordable to purchase and to maintain and while meeting the criteria of LEED for Homes, ENERGY STAR, MASCO Environments for Living, and the NAHB's Green Building certifications.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Bibliographic Details
Title: Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets ...
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Date: 2005
Binding: paperback
Condition: Good
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00097874144
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00099347132
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: Gulf Coast Books, Cypress, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Fair. Seller Inventory # 1561585963-4-32953627
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: Gulf Coast Books, Cypress, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Seller Inventory # 1561585963-2-36526015
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: Orion Tech, Kingwood, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Seller Inventory # 1561585963-2-36679612
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_468855819
Seller Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.1561585963.VG
Stock Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_460574138
Seller Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.1561585963.VG
Seller Image
Building an Affordable House: Trade Secrets to High-Value, Low-Cost Construction
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.1561585963.G