Be Your Own House Contractor: Save 25% Without Lifting a Hammer

While building a home is not a simple task, expert Carl Heldmann shows that it is not as complicated as one might believe. With his sound advice, readers can act as their own house contractor and save a quarter - or more - of the cost of building a home. And without picking up a hammer! Heldmann explains each step of the home building process in non-technical, easily understood language, helping readers avoid the pitfalls that plague general contractors, even experienced ones. Readers will learn how to develop house plans, establish schedules, select good subcontractors, identify cost-saving options, negotiate contracts, estimate building costs, purchase materials and supplies, and much more.

Author: Carl Heldmann

Language: English

Edition: 4th

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 140

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Publication Date: 2001-06-01