Habitat for Humanity How to Build a House

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Since its founding in 1976, the non-profit Habitat for Humanity International has built more than 255,000 houses for more than one million people and families in need worldwide.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or have never picked up a hammer, here's a valuable reference guide to building a safe, affordable, energy-efficient home -- brought to you by the world's leading authority on community home building, Habitat for Humanity International.

You may be interested in building a home of your own. Or volunteering to help others build theirs. Either way, veteran carpenter Larry Haun takes you through every step in the process -- from site evaluation, design, permits, and preparation to the actual construction of a basic, structurally-sound home.

By providing inside advice, expert tips, and step-by-step techniques, Haun simplifies the complex in a user-friendly manual that guides you from beginning to end.

With over 40 years of hands-on building experience, the author has teamed up with The Taunton Press and Habitat for Humanity to deliver the perfect book for anyone who wants to build a simple, energy-smart home -- without spending a lot of money.