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Habitat for Humanity
How to Build a House
Step By Step Guide to Building A House

By Larry Haun

A Complete Guide to Building a House

Whether you're a seasoned pro or have never picked up a hammer, here's a valuable reference guide to building a safe, affordable, energy-efficient home -- brought to you by the world's leading authority on community home building, Habitat for Humanity International.

You may be interested in building a home of your own. Or volunteering to help others build theirs. Either way, veteran carpenter Larry Haun takes you through every step in the process -- from site evaluation, design, permits, and preparation to the actual construction of a basic, structurally-sound home.

By providing inside advice, expert tips, and step-by-step techniques, Haun simplifies the complex in a user-friendly manual that guides you from beginning to end.

With over 40 years of hands-on building experience, the author has teamed up with The Taunton Press and Habitat for Humanity to deliver the perfect book for anyone who wants to build a simple, energy-smart home -- without spending a lot of money.

About The Author:

Larry Haun worked as a carpenter in southern California for four decades, teaching apprentice carpenters at night school in a community college for more than 20 years. He has lived in coastal Oregon since 1996 where he continues to write and build houses for Habitat for Humanity. Larry is the author of The Very Efficient Carpenter (book and video tapes) and Homebuilding Basics: Carpentry,

Table of Contents:

Foreword

Introduction


CHAPTER 1
GETTING STARTED:
Site, Design, Permits, and Preparation

* Obtain a Site
* Prepare the Site
* Design the House
* Secure the Building Permits
* Get Organized to Build

CHAPTER 2
BUILDING BASICS:
Getting Acquainted with Tools and the Parts of a House

Tool-Buying Tips
Essential Hand Tools
Tool Carriers
Power Tools
The Parts of a House

CHAPTER 3
FIRM, FLAT, LEVEL, AND SQUARE:
Foundations and Floors

Know the Foundation Fundamentals
* Form and Pour the Footings
* Build the Foundation Walls
* Backfill around the Foundation
* Attach the Sills
* Build Midspan Support for Joists
* Install the Joists
* Install Extra Joists and Blocking
* Install the Floor Sheathing

CHAPTER 4
GOING UP: Walls Create Space
* Lay Out the Walls
* Plate the Walls
* Count and Cut the Headers, Rough Sills, Cripples, and Trimmers
* Mark the Plates
* Build the Walls
* Raise the Walls
* Plumb and Line the Walls
* Install and Plumb Door and Window Trimmers
* Sheathe the Walls

CHAPTER 5
SHELTER: A Roof Overhead
Roof Trusses
* Prepare for Truss Arrival and Installation
* Install the Gable Truss
* Install the Remaining Trusses
* Secure the Trusses to the Interior Walls
* Add Drywall Backing
* Install the Barge Rafters and the Fascia Boards
* Sheathe the Roof
* Seal the Roof with Felt Paper
* Shingle the Roof

CHAPTER 6
CLOSING IN:
Windows, Doors, Siding, and Exterior Trim

Vinyl Siding
* Install the Remaining Sheathing and the Rough Exterior Trim
* Install the Housewrap and Flash Openings
* Set the Windows and Doors
* Complete Ventilation and Electrical Work
* Install the Starter Strips and the Trim for Vinyl Siding
* Install the Siding Panels
* Finish the Soffits
* Cover Exterior Trim with Aluminum Cladding

CHAPTER 7
BUILDING AN OUTDOOR ROOM:
Basic Design for Porches, Decks, and Landings

Design Ideas for Decks and Porches
* Complete the Essential Roof Framing
* Install the Ledger
* Install the Foundation and Floor Framing
* Frame the Stairs
* Install the Decking and Stair Treads
* Install the Railings

CHAPTER 8
COMFORT INSIDE:
Sealing, Insulating, and Ventilating a House

Sweaters, Windbreakers, and Rain Gear
* Seal Penetrations in the Walls, Ceilings, and Floors
* Insulate the Walls, Ceilings, and Floors
* Install Vapor Barriers (if Necessary)
* Provide Adequate Ventilation

CHAPTER 9
THE WALLS WITHIN:
Drywall and Painting

* Get Ready to Install Drywall
* Install the Ceiling Panels
* Install the Wall Panels
* Install the Corner Bead
* Mud, Tape, and Finish the Drywall
* Paint the Ceilings and Walls
* Prepare and Paint the Interior Trim
* Paint the Exterior Siding and Trim

CHAPTER 10
MAKING A HOUSE BEAUTIFUL AND USEFUL:
Interior Trim, Cabinets, Countertops, and Closets

* Install Underlayment for Vinyl Flooring
* Install the Interior Doors
* Install the Window and Door Casings
* Install the Cabinets
* Install the Countertops
* Install the Baseboard and Chair Rail
* Trim Out the Closets

CHAPTER 11
FINAL DETAILS:
From Locks to Smoke Detectors

* Install the Hardware and Fixtures
* Select and Install the Finish Flooring
* Get to Know Electrical and Mechanical Systems
* Prepare for the Worst

Resources

Index

Soft-cover, 9 x 11 in., 288 pages, with color photos and drawings 
Published 2008

ISBN 978-1-56158-967-8

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