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Historic Preservation: Project Planning and Estimating
Contributor(s): Swanke Hayden Connell Architects (Author), R S Means Company (Author), Construction Market Data (Author)
ISBN: 0876295731     ISBN-13: 9780876295731
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
OUR PRICE:   $122.50  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: January 2000
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Annotation: This book provides crucial information on:
-- Applicable standards and financing
-- Site survey and documentation methods
-- Protecting finishes and features
-- Dealing with hazardous materials
-- Identifying and qualifying specialty contractors
-- Mechanical/Electrical systems upgrades
-- Includes a reference guide on restoration techniques for over 75 historic building materials

The Cost Estimating section shows how to assemble a reliable, detailed construction estimate and how to budget for future maintenance.

Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Technology & Engineering | Construction - General
- House & Home | Remodeling & Renovation - General
- Architecture | Reference
Dewey: 690.24
LCCN: 2001267558
Series: Rsmeans
Physical Information: 1.87" H x 8.67" W x 11.3" (5.40 lbs) 720 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
With over a million commercial/institutional buildings and countless residences erected in the U.S. prior to World War II, more and more AECs and facility professionals are having to manage and estimate preservation of these projects. This book provides crucial information on:
  • Applicable standards and financing
  • Site survey and documentation methods
  • Protecting finishes and features
  • Hazardous materials
  • Identifying and qualifying specialty contractors
  • Mechanical/electrical systems upgrades
  • Includes a reference guide on old building materials and how to restore them

The Cost Estimating section explains how to assemble a reliable, detailed estimate. The book also covers budgeting for future maintenance of the restored building.

Authored and reviewed by a team of leading experts in the field of historic preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation - authorities recognized nationwide in design and construction.