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Blueprint Reading for Construction

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Based on the author's extensive practical experience in construction as a crew member in the field as well as a contractor and professional estimator, this book covers the whole spectrum of construction blueprint reading—from what a blueprint is to how to make use of a set of plans. Features an abundance of schematics and blueprints, a complete construction plans for a residence, a mathematics review, and appendices on Construction Abbreviations, Reference Tables, and Bid Documents. Blueprint Reading Fundamentals. The Survey. Off-Sites and Site Improvements. Foundations and Below-Grade Construction (On-Site). The Structure (On-Site). Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical. The Legal Documents. Commercial Plans and the Project Manual. Off-Sites and Site Improvements. On-Sites—The Office. Sites—Manufacturing/Warehouse. For anyone working in the construction trades.

288 pages, Spiral-bound

First published October 22, 1997

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