Construction Science

Are you fed up running your construction company? Sick of not being paid what you are worth? Stressed out with poor cashflow and low profits? Would you like to have a proven strategy to give you more time, freedom and money? Building Your Future is a practical business guide designed specifically for business owners in the construction and service industry who want to grow a highly successful and profitable business while reclaiming more time and freedom.

Everyday struggles grow heavier: navigating endless specification options, ensuring fire safety compliance without overdoing it, or harmonising structures and services while staying true to your design vision. And then there’s the unrelenting pressure to innovate while keeping projects on budget and clients happy. This book is your shortcut to clarity and confidence in a complex world.

Estimating the cost of a project is critical to your business success. Done correctly, your company is profitable. Done wrong, you lose money. Michael Stone, a successful construction business consultant and trainer, shares his years of experience estimating residential projects in this manual. Estimating isn't difficult when you have a system. The purpose of this book is to help you create that system. It's an approach that helps you estimate without having to think about the process. An orderly approach makes estimating easier and more accurate.

Learn how to safely and efficiently replace your water heater with How to Replace a Water Heater: A Comprehensive Guide for DIY Homeowners. This step-by-step guide covers everything from choosing the right unit to installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Whether you're upgrading to a tankless system or replacing an old water heater, this book empowers you with expert tips, safety precautions, and practical advice to get the job done right. Save money and gain confidence in your home improvement skills with this essential DIY resource!

Tackle plumbing problems like a pro with Emergency Plumbing Fixes: Fast Solutions for Leaks, Clogs, and Floods! This practical guide provides step-by-step solutions to common plumbing emergencies, from fixing leaks and clearing clogs to preventing floods. Perfect for homeowners and renters, this book equips you with easy-to-follow tips and essential tools to handle urgent plumbing issues and minimize damage. Don’t let plumbing problems drain your wallet—get empowered with quick fixes that save time, money, and stress!

Discover the ultimate guide to tackling everyday plumbing issues with Homeowner’s Plumbing Handbook: Simple Repairs Made Easy. This practical and easy-to-follow book empowers homeowners to handle common plumbing problems like leaks, clogs, and faulty fixtures, saving time and money. Packed with step-by-step instructions, safety tips, and expert advice, it’s the perfect resource for beginners and DIY enthusiasts alike. Take control of your home’s plumbing with confidence—no professional required!

Coming back to their own dimension, Milton Frederick and his AI guide, ALANNA, discovered that things were not quite how they left it. After the Station Core and his crew of Proctans acquired a derelict space station, fixed it up to include a makeshift dungeon, and then stopped the Heliothropes from invading and conquering an entirely new dimension, they managed to survive and return to Milton’s home dimension victorious.

The European continent was devastated in the wake of World War II, and the conflict left the Soviet Union and the United States as uncontested superpowers. This ushered in over 45 years of the Cold War, and a political alignment of Western democracies against the Communist Soviet bloc that produced conflicts pitting allies on each sides fighting, even as the American and Soviet militaries never engaged each other.

Dans son combat contre le handicap physique, Alexandre Jollien a trouvé une alliée de choix : la philosophie. Guidé par Epicure, Erasme, Spinoza ou encore Etty Hillesum, il a surmonté les obstacles jour après jour - et, parvenu au seuil d'une vie plus paisible, il apprend avec eux à savourer aussi les instants de joie.

From little shelters to castles to skyscrapers, you can build anything you imagine in Minecraft. Get tips and tricks for finding materials, using tools, making redstone machines, and designing your dream build. Explore the endless possibilities for building in Minecraft!

Carefully leveled text engages young listeners in learning about how construction workers help their community. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.