Professional Remodeler's Manual: Save Time, Avoid Mistakes, Increase Profits - Hardcover

Make money in remodeling without costly mistakes. Remodeling work can be very lucrative--but only if you sidestep the hundreds of traps awaiting unwary contractors. R. Dodge Woodson's Professional Remodeler's Manual shows you how to avoid frequent remdodeling errors before they occur. He walks you through every phase of residential remodeling step by step--from meeting zoning regulations and solving foundation-related problems to selecting vendors and suppliers. With hundreds of real-world case histories, ``how-to'' illustrations, and field-tested solutions at your command, you'll have the experienced advice you need to tackle such jobs as: wall, floor, roof, and ceiling systems; stairs; windows and skylights; skiing and exterior trims; interior and exterior doors; heating and air conditioning systems; plumbing; electrical work; wells and septic systems; wall and floor coverings; cabinets and counters; fireplaces, wood stoves, and chimneys; and much more.