The South Carolina Unlimited Contractor Reference Book Set Includes:

South Carolina, Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 6th Edition:

South Carolina, Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management for Commercial Contractors is organized into 3 sections.

Part 2 is centered on fundamentals that you will need to operate a successful construction business. This section will cover estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental responsibilities and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors and customers.

Part 3 gives you valuable information for running the administrative function of your business. Financial management, tax basics and lien laws are covered. Effective management of these areas of business is vital and can cause you serious problems if you do not give them the proper attention.

2006 ICC International Building Code (IBC) - Looseleaf:

The 2006 International Building Code addresses the design and installation of building systems through requirements that emphasize performance. Fully compatible with all the International Codes, the 2006 Edition provides up-to-date, comprehensive coverage that establishes minimum regulations for building systems using prescriptive- and performance-related provisions. Content is founded on broad-based principles that make possible the use of materials and building designs. Structural as well as fire- and life-safety provisions covering seismic, wind, accessibility, egress, occupancy, roofs, and more are included. 680 pp.

The scope of this code covers all buildings except 3-story one- and two-family dwellings and town homes.

OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry 2009, 29 CFR Part 1926 Revised as of January:

This book contains the occupational safety and health standards for the construction industry promulgated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), effective January 2009. Although this is not an official OSHA publication, it reproduces the full text of regulations contained in the official OSHA government version at Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1926.

Also includes:

• Full text of the long-awaited & proposed rule on crane and derrick safety hazards
• 1903 regulations on inspections, citations, and proposed penalties
• 1904 regulations covering occupational injury and illness record-keeping and reporting
• 1990 carcinogen policy and model standards
• Entire text of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, including §5(a) (the "General Duty" clause)

Modern Masonry - Brick, Block and Stone, 2003 Edition:

Modern Masonry provides a thorough grounding in safe methods of laying brick, block, and stone, as well as a broad understanding of materials and their properties. Simply and clearly written, the text covers the important aspects of the masonry trade including tools and equipment; safety; the makeup, properties, uses, and sizes of every type of masonry unit; accepted techniques for laying all kinds of masonry units in all kinds of bonds; construction details for masonry walls, foundations, pavement, steps, garden walls, and masonry arches; and over 75 procedures for laying brick, block, and stone. 384 pp.

The Instructor's Manual (#281-9644-03) provides answers to questions in the text and job practice manual (#281-9636-03).

Features

• Provides information on the newest materials and building techniques used in the industry, as well as the latest standards.
• Covers entire masonry systems such as walls, floors, and foundations.
• Full color throughout with numerous illustrations to enhance student understanding.
• Material is organized into functional units closely aligned with the needs of an apprenticeship training program, community college program, or other instruction.
• Reference section of more than 30 useful charts and drawings.
• Offers step-by-step procedures for masonry techniques.
• Includes end of chapter review questions.

Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 2nd Edition:

Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders contains a thorough coverage of handling and erection procedures, including definitions of the various products, and a description of the preparing, tagging and loading of the joists at the manufacturer's plant. It also contains sections dealing with attachments to the joists, inspection and repair at the job site. 67 pp.

Carpentry & Building Construction, 2004, 6th Edition:

Carpentry & Building Construction is a comprehensive carpentry textbook with a focus on residential construction, with many of the same procedures applying to light commercial construction. 976 pp.

Features:

• Full-color with up-to-date drawings and photographs
  
• Offers detailed, heavily illustrated information about materials, tools and processes, with many step-by-step procedures
  
• Totally reorganized with new content on tools, engineered lumber, engineered panel products , steel framing, mechanicals, decks and porches
  
• Covers entire construction process from planning, estimating and scheduling to the finishing touches such as painting and floor coverings

Roofing Construction & Estimating:

Installation, repair and estimating for nearly every type of roof covering available today in residential and commercial structures: asphalt shingles, roll roofing, wood shingles and shakes, clay tile, slate, metal, built-up, and elastomeric. Covers sheathing and underlayment techniques, as well as secrets for installing leak-proof valleys. Many estimating tips help you minimize waste, as well as insure a profit on every job. Troubleshooting techniques help you identify the true source of most leaks. Over 300 large, clear illustrations help you find the answer to just about all your roofing questions. 448 pp.

The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction:

The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction is written by and for those who order, form, place, consolidate, finish, and cure concrete. Designers also will find the practical approach of the Contractor's Guide valuable in developing their project specifications.

The purpose of the Contractor's Guide is to provide insight into proven construction practices which, when properly used, will produce quality concrete construction. It can be used as a training manual for contractor personnel as well as a basic reference manual for field and office.

Throughout this book are practical contractor tips that will be especially helpful in preparing for a project and as a guide during construction.

Pipe & Excavation Contracting:

Pipe & Excavation Contracting shows how to read plans and compute quantities for both trench and surface excavation, figure crew and equipment productivity rates, estimate unit costs, bid the work, and get the bonds you need. Explains what equipment will deliver maximum productivity for a job, how to lay all types of water and sewer pipe, and how to switch your business to excavation work when you don't have pipe contracts. Covers asphalt and rock removal, working on steep slopes or in high groundwater, and how to avoid the pitfalls that can wipe out your profits on any job. 400 pp.