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Introduction 13
Chapter 1 Getting Started 17
1.1 Why Build Yourself? 17
1.2 The Benefits of Building Yourself 21
1.3 Misconceptions About Building Yourself 25
1.4 Your Role as the General Contractor 32
1.5 Finding and Managing Subcontractors 36
1.6 Going Green and Environmental Considerations 39
Chapter 2 Preparing for the Process 43
2.1 Planning and Organizing 43
2.2 Budgeting Your Project 46
2.3 Hiring a Contractor 48
2.4 Dealing with Insurance Issues 52
Chapter 3 Planning and Scheduling 57
3.1 Planning a Timeline 57
3.2 What Types of Schedules Are There? 60
3.3 Why Should You Plan Accordingly? 63
3.4 Act As If You Are a Business 65
3.5 Planning Steps 68
3.6 Essential Tools and Equipment 70
Chapter 4 Financing Your Project 75
4.1 Types of Construction Loans 75
4.2 How to Use Debt to Your Advantage 78
4.3 Shop for the Right Terms 79
Chapter 5 Finding a Building Lot 83
5.1 Location and Geography 83
5.2 Finding the Perfect Building Lot 86
5.3 What is the Difference Between a Lot and Land? 91
5.4 What is the Value of Your Building Site? 92
5.5 Should You Deal With Tearing Down Property? 95
5.6 Buying Your Building Site 98
Chapter 6 House Plans 105
6.1 Designing Your Home 105
6.2 Determining Your Requirements 108
6.3 Obtaining Accurate Bids 111
6.4 Getting the Plans and Permissions 114
6.5 Finding the Right House Plan 117
Chapter 7 Heating and Cooling 121
7.1 Types of Heating 121
7.2 Types of Heating Systems 124
7.3 Types of Cooling Systems 127
7.4 Air Cleaners and Humidifiers 132
7.5 Ceiling Fans 134
7.6 Fireplaces 136
Chapter 8 The Beginning of Your Castle (Phase One) 143
8.1 Permits, Building Codes,and Inspections 143
8.2 Groundwork and Excavation 145
8.3 Foundations, Footers, and Slabs 146
8.4 Underground Plumbing 150
8.5 Backfilling, Drainage, and Landscaping 152
Chapter 9 The First Nail (Phase Two) 157
9.1 First Things First 157
9.2 Frame Your House 158
9.3 Cap it Off: Roofing 162
9.4 Windows and Exterior Doors 167
9.5 Decks and Porches 171
9.6 Siding and Trim 173
Chapter 10 It Looks Like a House! (Phase Three) 177
10.1 Electrical and Plumbing 177
10.2 Insulate 181
10.3 Drywall and Trim 182
10.4 Finish Off the Kitchen 188
10.5 Finish Off the Bathroom 190
Chapter 11 Working the Walls 195
11.1 Flooring 195
11.2 Kitchen Cabinets and Counterpoise 198
11.3 Bathroom Vanities 201
11.4 Finish Plumbing and Electrical 204
11.5 Stairways 206
Chapter 12 Lighting, Hardware, and the Accessories 211
12.1 Types of Light Sources 211
12.2 Home Lighting Uses 213
12.3 Lighting Terms 217
12.4 Hardware: Doors and Drawers 220
12.5 Interior Priming and Painting 223
12.6 Appliances 225
Chapter 13 The Final Inspection 231
Chapter 14 Landscaping, Your Drive, and Walkways 235
14.1 To Pave or Not to Pave 235
14.2 What to Know About Driveways 236
14.3 Paving Materials 237
14.4 Walkways 239
14.5 Traditional or Xeriscaping 241
14.6 Ponds and Pools 242
Chapter 15 The Finish Line 245
15.1 Preparing for Taxes 245
15.2 Punch List 247
15.3 Moving in and Managing Your Investment 249
15.4 Setting up a Maintenance Plan 254
Chapter 16 Spending Now or Later 259
Case Studies 260
Conclusion 263
Appendix A Interview Questions 267
Sample of a Subcontractor Suggested Interview Questions 267
Sample of a General Contractor Interview Questions 268
Appendix B Checklists 271
Sample of a Financial Inspection Punch List 271
Appendix C Worksheets 277
Sample of a Budget Worksheet 277
Sample of a Lien Waiver 278
Sample of a Monthly Planning Worksheet 279
Sample of a Weekly Planning Worksheet 279
Bibliography 281
Biography 283
Index 285
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Bridget Sessa
reviewed The Complete Guide to Building Your Own Home and Saving Thousands on Your New House on February 03, 2019
The Complete Guide to Building Your Own Home and Saving Thousands on Your New House
Architect Hirsch has written a handy guidebook for designing a house that will fit your needs, both now and in the future. Of course, being an architect, he strongly advises hiring one to do the actual design work. But he admits that today the majority of houses are built without an architect, and that makes the book even more valuable than if you had one. He points out the things to be considered, from the feel of a home to energy efficiency to the long term savings that can be had by spending more at building stage.
He goes over the psychology of architecture- how if a room is too large, people don't want to sit and talk in it unless you make tight groupings of furniture, how the position of the driveway affects if you feel like you've arrived at a home, why high ceilings can be a waste of materials (and energy to heat it) because people always end up trying to make them look lower anyway. He goes over balance and symmetry, and why the home owner shouldn't tell the subcontractors to do things (because you should go through the general contractor, as one change can affect the whole project and end up costing you a fortune). He tells you to decide how you want to use the house before you ever put a line on paper. What is important to you in the house? Being green? Having a lot of family space? Having spaces to be alone? Entertaining? Hobbies? Decide those things first. He gives hints on site selection. There is a section of what needs to be designed in to make a house accessible if one needs a wheelchair.
It's a very thorough book, and includes a lot of things that most people just wouldn't think of on their own. It encourages the owner to ask questions of the architect and/or builder rather than just being led- not just design questions, either, but ones about prices, insurance and subcontractors. This would be a good book for anyone building a house, even if you're starting with off-the-rack plans.
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