Don't let your jobs be held up by failing code inspections. Smooth sign-off by the inspector is the goal, but to make this ideal happen on your job site, you need to understand the requirements of latest editions of the International Building Code and the International Residential Code. Understanding what the codes require can be a real challenge. This new, completely revised Contractor's Guide to the Building Code cuts through the legalese of the code books. It explains the important requirements for residential and light commercial structures in plain, simple English so you can get it right the first time.

According to a recent national survey, more construction contractors use QuickBooks Pro and QuickBooks than all other accounting programs combined. And for good reason. QuickBooks Pro excels at all the routine paperwork in a construction office: writing checks, keeping track of your bank balance, sending out invoices and statements, creating up-to-the-minute profit and loss statements for the month, year or by job, writing payroll checks, paying suppliers and subcontractors, tracking job costs, comparing estimated and actual costs for each job, and much more. But there's a lot to learn in QuickBooks Pro. And converting to a new accounting system can be a complex and confusing task, even if you have a strong background in accounting and plenty of time to install the new system. That's why this book was written -- because most construction pros aren't accounting experts and have more important work to do at the job site.

Packed with plumbing isometrics and helpful illustrations, this guide makes clear the code requirements for installing materials for plumbing and gas systems. Includes code tables for pipe sizing and fixture units, and code requirements for just about all areas of plumbing, from water supply and vents to sanitary drainage systems. Covers the principles and terminology of the code, how the various systems work and are regulated, and code-compliance issues you'll likely encounter on the job.

Volume 2 of 2 Get one step closer to becoming a Tennessee contractor with a prep course designed by 1 Exam Prep to help you conquer the required Tennessee BC-A, b (sm) - COMBINED RESIDENTIAL/SMALL COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR computer based examination. Test-taking techniques and tips Highlights and tabs locations for reference materials Practice exams

Location & excavation -- Concrete & masonry -- Foundation walls & piers -- Concrete floor slabs on ground -- Floor framing -- Wall framing -- Ceiling & roof framing -- Wall sheathing -- Roof sheathing -- Exterior trim for cornices & eaves -- Roof coverings -- Exterior frames, windows & doors -- Exterior coverings -- Framing for plumbing & heating -- Thermal insulation & vapor barriers -- Ventilation -- Sound insulation -- Basement rooms -- Interior wall & ceiling finish -- Floor coverings -- Interior doors, frames & trim -- Casework & other millwork -- Stairs -- Caulking & flashing -- Adding a porch or garage -- Chimneys & fireplaces, masonry & metal -- Driveways, walks & basement floors -- Painting & finishing -- Protection against decay & termites -- Protection against fire -- How to reduce building costs -- Protection & care of material on site -- Maintenance & repair -- Estimating construction costs.

This book covers the whys and hows of sound construction, with step-by-step instructions showing how to handle the details in all construction.

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This is the book for construction professionals who want a clear understanding of alternative materials and how using them can enhance their projects -- both residential and commercial. It covers the materials -- including their strengths and any limitations -- as well as installation tips and manhour estimates. For each product listed, you'll learn where you can get it, including phone numbers and Website addresses of the manufacturers. Every builder needs a niche. This book is full of new, exciting materials that you can offer your customers with confidence.

"Current labor, material and equipment costs for repair and remodeling work."

Provides the 300 most useful manhour tables for practically every item of construction. Labor requirements are listed for sitework, concrete work, masonry, steel, carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, mechanical, and electrical. Each section details the work being estimated and gives appropriate crew size and equipment needed. This new revised edition contains National Estimator, a computer estimating program. This fast, powerful program and complete instructions are yours free on high-density 3 1/2" disk when you buy the book.