Builder's Comprehensive Dictionary 3rd Edition: Overview

The Builder's Comprehensive Dictionary is designed as an introduction to the current state-of-the-art in all areas of building and construction.

• Essential trade terms are defined for both residential and commercial construction.
• Terms relating to tools, equipment and materials used in all phases of construction are defined and illustrated.
• Clear definitions so the non-professional can easily grasp their meaning.
• Technical accuracy meets the needs of the building tradesman -- whether apprentice, journeyman or master.

Covers important related fields, such as surveying, drafting, site preparation, environmental issues, solar heating, real estate, business and legal concepts.

Thousand of terms defined, over one thousand illustrations.

Companion FREE CD-ROM lets you search for words or phrases, using the FREE Adobe Acrobat Reader (available from www.adobe.com; not included).

Builder's Comprehensive Dictionary 3rd Edition: Contents

Builder's Comprehensive Dictionary 3rd Edition: Introduction

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• Time-Saver Standards for Urban Design

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