Fundamentals of Residential Construction and Home Building: A Practical Guide to Planning, Structural Systems, Mechanical Trades, Building Codes, Safe

By Ivan Y. Clay

Build a Stronger Understanding of How Homes Are Planned, Constructed, Coordinated, and Completed

Fundamentals of Residential Construction and Home Building is a practical, comprehensive guide for anyone who wants to understand the systems, methods, and decisions behind successful residential construction.

From early planning and site preparation to foundations, framing, roofing, building systems, interior finishes, inspections, and project closeout, this book explains how the major parts of a home come together-and why proper coordination matters at every stage.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

Read and work from residential plans and construction documentsUnderstand site layout, excavation, drainage, foundations, and concrete workFollow floor, wall, and roof framing principlesManage weather protection, flashing, cladding, windows, and doorsUnderstand plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and life-safety systemsImprove energy performance, moisture control, durability, and indoor comfortApply estimating, scheduling, safety, quality-control, and trade-coordination practicesPrepare projects for inspection, commissioning, handover, and long-term maintenance

Clear explanations, technical figures, worked examples, practical calculations, and field-focused guidance make this an excellent resource for students, builders, supervisors, contractors, and serious owner-builders.

Build your residential construction knowledge from the ground up-buy your copy now and start reading today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HFSXC7CH
• ISBN13: 9798193668831
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 434 Pages
• Weight: 2.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 11.0"