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Now Available! If you are a builder, remodeler, building inspector, or anyone who plays a role in building a home, you know how invaluable a good r...

Limited Inventory.   This is a must-have book for anyone in the carpentry industry or work field.  Carpentry & Building Construction covers an ...

  This print & PDF combo includes a PDF licensed for your own individual use.  Since 1959, the Gypsum Association has engaged extensively in te...

The SMACNA Duct System Calculator has detailed instructions and calculations to enable HVAC system designers to design an average duct system witho...

A complete course in basic framing, with practical information about how to organize tasks, streamline procedures, and handle tools and materials e...

The 2018 International Plumbing Code Study Companion is the perfect companion guide to help you get the most out of your International Plumbing Cod...

Steel Construction Manual 16th Edition is a reference that gives detailed information on how to make design calculations and design or shop drawing...

This book covers all aspects of reinforced concrete masonry construction and inspection. The materials are based on Code requirements and practical...

Also available as a book/ebook combo! Since 1959, the Gypsum Association has engaged extensively in testing and evaluation of both generic and prop...

The 2018 International Plumbing Code Flash Cards provides code users, students and exam candidates with  time-tested method for study and informati...

The Carpentry Workbook is designed to reinforce the learning of key concepts covered in the textbook and can be used for self-study or as part of...

Every community needs drywall specialists who can hang, tape, and texture gypsum drywall. This practical manual explains what you need to know to ...

A how-to guide for construction every step of a wood-frame house. From the initial layout of the foundation, to the outer walls, excavation and fo...

The UPC establishes minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare.   101.2 Scope. The provisions o...

Having trouble passing the HVAC licensing exams? Can’t seem to understand the material, or need it presented in a different format? The HVAC Licens...

A kitchen or bathroom renovation raises the value of a home. And with Building Kitchen Cabinets & Bathroom Vanities you'll discover how surpris...

This is the book that shows how to handle all common trim projects, including window and door casings, baseboards, wainscoting and crown molding --...

SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual 7th Edition is your one-stop-shop to everything you need when it comes to roof drainage design for gutters,...

All pros on deck in the completely new edition of All New Building Decks. It's the ideal time to start thinking about your deck - either the one yo...

The step-by-step, hands-on guide to any type of roofing on residential and commercial buildings. Covers everything from underlayment to shingles to...

HVAC Control Systems Book 4th Edition is the must have volume of text you need to get an in depth explanation of HVAC systems.  This essential guid...

Equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to maintain and troubleshoot today's complex heating, air conditioning, and refrigerati...

Focusing on brick and concrete block masonry, Masonry Design and Detailing, Sixth Edition is fully up to date with current MSJC codes and the lates...

This popular manual has been updated and improved to bring it more current with modern earthmoving and trenching equipment, refined excavation tech...

This guide is highly recommended for its time-saving, lower-cost methods of installation. Provides a thorough coverage of proficient construction p...

If you work with wood then put your order in now for the Timber Construction Manual, 6th Edition.  You will not find a better comprehensive guide a...

Manual P provides detailed guidance on how to use the psychrometric chart to map any type of heating and cooling process. The information also teac...

Manual Q is your one-stop reference book on the low-pressure, low-velocity systems used in small and mid-size commercial buildings. Manual Q gives ...

Now in its Ninth Edition, this hands-on blueprint reading guide contains the most comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of welding symbols and their a...

Everybody knows about pre-engineered buildings -- they now account for almost 70 percent of all new low-rise construction in the United States. But...

Many examples, illustrations, tables and formulas are provided for on the job applications. This book is also an excellent reference to standard fo...

Designed specifically for HVAC, building maintenance, and controls technicians, HVAC Control Systems 4th Edition is the perfect source of informati...

Manual H gives you a one-stop reference on residential and small commercial heat pump systems -- basic principles, equipment, installation, operati...

This Fifth Edition of Manual N has been updated and revised and is designed to provide instruction enabling contractors and designers to satisfy ne...

Concrete is magical mud. This mixture of sand, stone, Portland cement and water is an essential ingredient in just about any building project. Now ...

Refine the skills needed to become an accomplished professional carpenter with the in-depth coverage and practical applications found in CARPENTRY,...