The Old-House Doctor - The Essential Guide to Repairing, Restoring, and Rejuvenating Your Old Home (Paperback)

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.

General

Imprint:	Skyhorse Publishing
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2013
First published:	March 2013
Authors:	Christopher Evers
Dimensions:	235 x 156 x 33mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	192
ISBN-13:	978-1-62087-369-4
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Home & house maintenance > DIY > House maintenance
LSN:	1-62087-369-9
Barcode:	9781620873694

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