Builder's Guide to Landscaping [Hardcover]

Jonathan F. Hutchings (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0070318093 | ISBN-13: 978-0070318090 | Edition: 1

Written expressly for contractors and subcontractors, this easy-to-use, well-illustrated reference in McGraw-HillÕs popular BuilderÕs Guide series gives you all the information you need to handle every aspect of landscaping professionally and economically. Featuring complete methods for both traditional and innovative landscaping, this first-of-its-kind guide is your all-in-one key to success in every aspect of the landscaping business, from marketing your services to maintaining plants and putting in patios. A volume in the Builder's Guide Series.

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CUT costs, INCREASE profits, IMPROVE quality--and MAXIMIZE customer satisfaction with this COMPREHENSIVE PROFESSIONAL GUIDE Written expressly for contractors and subcontractors, this easy-to-use reference in McGraw-Hill's popular Builder's Guide series gives you all the information you need to handle every aspect of landscaping professionally and economically. The Builder's Guide to Landscaping features well-illustrated up-to-date, ``best practice'' methods for both traditional and innovative landscaping. You get complete, well-illustrated coverage of: Land clearing; Irrigation; Drainage; Customizing sites; Scheduling; Decks, patios, sidewalks; Energy efficiency; Equipment operation; Retaining walls; Greenhouse propagation; Sound safety practices; Preparing and improving soil; Cost control; ``Earth-friendly'' landscaping; Starting and maintaining plants; Marketing, including niche markets. The first book of its kind for professionals, Builder's Guide to Landscaping is your all-in-one key to success in every aspect of the landscaping business.

About the Author

Jonathan F. Hutchings is one of the nation's premiere authors in construction technologies books and bookware products (reference books with integrated software programs). He holds a Baccalaureate Degree in Construction Management, is a licensed building contractor, and certified construction technologies consultant. He also serves on the California State Legal Advisory Board as an Expert Witness and consultant to the insurance industry.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 366 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (July 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070318093
• ISBN-13: 978-0070318090
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.3 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,944,153 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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