Contributor(s):Author: Wayne J. del PicoA Complete Resource for Residential and Light CommercialContractors -- based on the latest construction materials andmethods. Learn how to: read and interpret building planscreate an accurate takeoff, using a complete set of workingdrawings.Each chapter covers a major construction division, such asconcrete, masonry and carpentry -- and uses plans, details andtables to illustrate plan reading and takeoff procedures. Achecklist for each material division helps ensure that nothing isleft out of your takeoff.Includes a complete set of residential plans from Home Planners, Inc., the nations leading provider of home plans. With a detailedmaterial takeoff, from site work to electrical.With over 160 illustrations, including commercial constructiondetails.