The Old-House Doctor: The Essential Guide to Repairing, Restoring, and Rejuvenating Your Old Home
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Old houses are charming, but owning one can be a labor of love. Expert carpenter and house “doctor” Christopher Evers equates old homes with ailing patients, describing how you can successfully “treat” your old house and make it good as new. With over 300 clear, line illustrations, Evers provides a practical guide to repairing, renovating, and preserving your old house–basement to attic–so you can enjoy it for years to come. Evers gives detailed instructions on the “anatomy” of old homes as well as how to fix a variety of problems, including:
Repairing old plumbing fixturesReplacing shingles on the roofStraightening the house’s frameRewiring old electrical systemsRemoving old wallpaperProtecting against termites and other harmful pestsAdding insulation for better energy efficiencyFixing old eavesReinstalling windows and doorsAnd more!
A classic in old-home repair, The Old-House Doctor is an invaluable, and timeless, guide for keeping your old home in tip-top shape, while meeting your modern needs.
Publisher : Skyhorse; 1st edition (March 1, 2013)
Language : English
Paperback : 192 pages
ISBN-10 : 1620873699
ISBN-13 : 978-1620873694
Item Weight : 10.9 ounces
Dimensions : 6.13 x 0.6 x 9.25 inches
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Customers find the book provides useful information and ideas about older homes. It’s a good reference for those who own or are renovating older homes, as well as historians. The prose is lovely and the book offers a wonderful breakdown of how one should approach.
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