Book & CD-ROM. In this completely updated and totally revised second edition, you will learn how to choose a site, draw up construction time line and flow charges, apply for construction loans, obtain essential insurance information, buy plans, find and negotiate with subcontractors, and comply with building code, inspection, and permit requirements. The ins and outs of self-contracting are explained, combined with the experiences of others, and with dozens of forms and checklists at hand, you will learn all about: building materials and foundations, windows, decks, roofing, plumbing, heating, wiring, air-conditioning, and much more. There are hundreds of tools, contracts, and checklists to help you get your project organized and save you thousands!

Are you ready to tackle the custom home process? -- Plans -- Pre-construction activities -- Financing -- Financing for remodeling -- Insurance -- Find and negotiate with subcontractors -- Renovating a home -- Comply with building code, inspection, and permit requirements -- Building materials and foundations -- First stages of construction -- Kitchens -- Bathrooms -- Putting on the finishing touches -- Potential hazards and how to prevent them -- Potential problems and common mistakes -- Conclusion