Book Description
- How building and contracting effects home-owners' insurance
- Whether or not to hire an architect
- If building plans need to be presented to the local zoning board
- Contractors' and builders' adherence to electrical codes, sewage codes, and occupancy codes
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You've done it! You've decided to take the plunge and build your dream house. how hard could it bejust build a house with everything you've always wanted in itsimple, right? Wrong! When designing and building their own home, many people fall into a minefield of mistakes that can cost them time and money. There are countless decisions to make and questions to answer before your vision can become a reality. Do you know what to look out for?
- Should you hire an architect or should you buy stock plans?
- Do you have what it takes to act as your own general contractor?
- What are the different types of building materials available and what are their advantages and disadvantages?
- How do you finance the lot and the construction?
Best-selling author of the popular Tips & Traps series, Robert Irwin now guides prospective homeowners through every step of the building process. Irwin shares his personal experiences and solid advice with detailed insider information on the in's and out's of home construction.
Whether you're building a vacation home or the house of your dreams, don't make another move without this valuable resource!
