Chudley and Greeno’s Building Construction Handbook , 13th Edition

Description

The 13th edition of Chudley and Greeno’s Building Construction Handbook remains THE authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice, techniques and regulations representing both traditional procedures and modern developments are included to provide the most comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide to building construction.
This new edition has been updated to reflect recent changes to the Building Regulations, as well as including new material on modern methods of construction, greater emphasis on sustainability, health and safety, and coverage of heat pumps, photovoltaics, underfloor heating and rainwater harvesting.

CONTENTS

1. Pre Construction 2. Site Investigation 3. Site Works 4. Soil Improvement & Excavation 5. Materials 6. Plant and Scaffold 7. Foundations 8. Basements 9. Ground Supported Floors 10. Suspended Floors 11. External Walls 12. Pitched Roofs 13. Flat Roofs 14. Steel Framed Buildings 15. Concrete Framed Buildings 16. Cladding 17. Windows and Doors 18. Internal Elements 19. Drainage 20. Building Services 21. Insulation and U Values 22. Construction Defects