Wood-Frame House Construction

Completely revised and updated edition of popular U.S. Government manual. Authoritative presentation of construction process plus expert advice on selecting suitable building materials. Topics include site selection, excavation, framing, roofing, plumbing, insulation, flooring, more. Also options like fireplaces, garages, porches. Nearly 200 illustrations enhance easy-to-follow text. Bibliography. Glossary.

Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1-Before construction starts
  Regulation
  Financial planning
  Site selection
  House design
  Selecting materials
  Labor-saving techniques
  Materials delivery
  Effience use of materials
  Energy conservation
  Protection of materials
  Subcontracting
  Schedule of activity
Chapter 2-Laying the groundwork
  Site preparation
  Excavation and footings
  Foundation
  Basement floor and crawl space
  Other features
  Concrete floor slabs on ground
  Retaining walls
Chapter 3-Framing and closing in
  Recommended nailing practices
  Floor framing
  Stairways
  Floor sheathing
  Exterior wall framing
  Exterior wall sheathing
  Ceiling and roof framing
  Roof sheathing
  Roof coverings
  Skylights
Chapter 4-Completing the shell
  Flashing and other sheet-metal work
  Attic ventilation
  Windows and exterior doors
  Exterior covering materials
  Exterior covering installation
  Exterior trim
Chapter 5-Specialty features
  "Fireplaces, wood stoves, and chimneys"
  Garages and carports
  Porches and decks
  Driveways and walkways
Chapter 6-Working inside
  Interior wall framing
  "Plumbing, heating, and electrical installation"
  Insulation and vapor retarders
  Interior wall and ceiling finishing
  Wood flooring
  Other floor coverings
  Interior doors
Chapter 7-Finishing touches
  Interior trim
  Cabinets and other millwork
  "Finishes for interior walls, ceilings, and trim"
  Finishes for floors
  Finishes for exterior surfaces
  Maintenance of finishes
Chapter 8-Special topics
  Protection against decay and termites
  Energy conservation
  Noise control
  "Wind, snow, and seismic loads"
  All-weather construction
  Maintenance and repair
Technical notes
  Concrete
  Heat flow and insulation
  Lumber grades
  Design values for visually graded structural lumber
  Plywood markings
  Finishing pressure-treated wood
  Nailing schedules
  Square corners
Selected Bibliography
Glossary of housing terms
Index