The Roofing Handbook
2nd Edition
Published on 16. November 2000
Book
432 pages
978-0-07-136058-6 (ISBN)
Description
A comprehensive reference on the basics of roofing, from materials and techniques, to managing a business. It covers regulations, safety, developing technology, tips on construction, customer services and more. The CD-ROM includes ready-to-use forms, spreadsheets, checklists and templates.
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
250 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 158 mm
Thickness: 51 mm
Weight
1077 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-136058-6 (9780071360586)
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Persons
Robert Scharff (deceased) was well-known as the author of more than 300 how-to books. He served as a consultant to industry manufacturers and contributed many articles to leading how-to and trade publications
Terry Kennedy is a construction analyst for Golden Eagle/Liberty Mutual Insurance, and has worked in the construction industry for more than 30 years as a consultant, project manager, carpenter, and electrician.
Terry Kennedy is a construction analyst for Golden Eagle/Liberty Mutual Insurance, and has worked in the construction industry for more than 30 years as a consultant, project manager, carpenter, and electrician.
Content
Introduction To Roofing The Business of Roofing (Roofing can be a solid, long term business) Transitioning from a small business to a larger business Marketing and Sales Forecasting and Leveling The art of management Investing in equipment Computers and other automation Planning a Job Roof Safety Tools and Equipment Built-up Roofing Single-ply Roofing Asphalt Roofing Wooden Shingles and Shakes Slate Shingles Clay and Concrete Tiles Metal Roofing Miscellaneous Roof Work Appendices: Manufacturer list, Metric Conversion Guide for the Roofer Recommended Reading