Home Renovation and Extension

Written for small builders and tradesmen such as bricklayers and carpenters, as well as householders wanting to provide more space and enhanced living conditions without the substantial cost of moving house.

Provides the best field-tested information on framing efficiently, safely and the right way the first time. This title distils centuries of hands-on builder-tested methods and techniques as the finest builders in the US pass on their hard-won trade secrets for better construction. It covers the basics of framing, as well as advanced techniques.

A practical guide on how to renovate a property to sell it at a profit, from online guru Cherie Barber

This new edition will include all the up-do-date information on complying with the latest Building Regs and Planning requirements, CAD design, energy-efficiency, under floor heating, bi-folds, liquid screeds, woodburning stoves and renewable energy.

Collins Complete DIY Manual has sold over 3 million copies and is the most comprehensive and authoritative DIY manual ever produced.

Offers information on extending or altering property. This book offers advice on how to make the project go smoothly from beginning to end. It also discusses developments in Computer Aided Design and structural calculations. It is intended for those trying to ensure that the processes involved are carried out efficiently and cost-effectively.

Black & Decker Home How-To Home Repair is a handy, easy-to-follow reference guide with step-by-step instructions for the most common home repairs, including wiring, plumbing, floors, ceilings, walls, windows, doors, and weatherizing.