Home Construction Secrets Revealed [Paperback]

John Fabing (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 12, 1999

Home Construction Secrets Revealed is a no-nonsense guide informing the consumer how to avoid potential problems, rip-offs, and unnecessary costs associated with building, buying, or renovating a home.

Topics covered include: Contracts, Framing and Woodwork, Masonry, Roofing, Foundations, Plumbing, Electrical, Burglar Alarms, Renovations, Drywall Construction, Insulation, Appliances, Heating and Cooling, Scams to Avoid, Carpeting, Exterior and Interior Painting, Landscaping, Real Estate and Real Estate Agents, Inspections, and Mortgages.

The book also includes a section entitled "Words of Wisdom--For Your Eyes Only" which contains financial tips and tables for making life easier and the future more prosperous.

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About the Author

John Fabing has more than 40 years experience in the construction and related industries in both the U.S. and abroad. Now retired, John was the owner of a licensed general construction company. He has built numerous custom homes, condominiums, multi-plexes, and several commercial buildings--including nursing homes/retirement facilities and light industrial buildings.

Through his dealings, John has developed a keen sense for detecting "scammers" and "con artists" in the industry--experience he passes on to his readers through advice and anecdotes.

Product Details

• Paperback: 162 pages
• Publisher: Aurora Corporation (June 12, 1999)
• ISBN-10: 0966890507
• ISBN-13: 978-0966890501
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,067,344 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Tradesman, February 8, 2008

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J. J. Wang "TV junkie" (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Home Construction Secrets Revealed (Paperback)

Written by retired craftsman who spent 40 years in the building trades. Book recommends homeowners toward quality, to inspect for well-built homes and to avoid money saving short-cuts that will then costs more during life of 30 years mortgage. Not for low cost flipper, tract builder or do-it-yourselfer.