A multi-year grant donated by the Building Industry Labor Association of Hawaii (BILA) through the Hawaii Library Foundation has allowed the Hawaii State Public Library System to purchased a variety of construction books.

If the items you want are not available at your local library, ask a staff member to request the desired materials to be sent to your community library.

Salmon, Cleveland
Architectural design for tropical regions
720.913 Sa
John Wiley & Sons, 1999.
Indispensable source of technical info & design solutions; essential reading for architects & building professionals working in the tropics.  In-depth discussion of specialized construction techniques used in different tropical regions.

Schwartz, Max
Basic concrete engineering for builders
693.5 Sc
Craftsman Book Co., 2001.
Shows builders how to pour and finish site-cast structural concrete, including foundations, columns, girders & walls.  Explains how to calculate sizes, strengthen forms & reinforce loads.

Schwartz, Max
Basic engineering for builders
690  Sc
Craftsman Book Co., 1993.
Explains basic engineering principles in non-technical language so builders can apply them to their jobs.  Distinguishes the jobs that require qualified engineers.

Stratton, Peter A.
Basic guide to fair housing accessibility:  everything architects and builders need to know about the Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines
728.087 St
Wiley, 2001.
Compact yet comprehensive guide for conformance with federal guidelines.  Includes Q&A compliance checklist and text of federal regulations.

Hammer, Warren
Blueprint reading basics:  manufacturing print reading
604.25 Ha
3rd ed.  Industrial Pr., 2001.
This widely used text and self-training manual includes worksheets to help the user form a mental picture from a drawing.

Simpson, Scot
Builder's essentials.  Framing and rough carpentry:  the illustrated guide for apprentices and carpenters
694 Si
2nd ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Covers every aspect of framing walls, roofs, doors, windows, stairs, etc.  Considers needed materials and equipment, safety considerations and building code requirements.

Stoddard, Brooke C.
Building
690.023 St
Peterson's, 1994.
Vocational guidance for the construction industry and building trade for high school graduates.

Building Code of the City and County of Honolulu, and, Fees & permits for building, electrical, plumbing & sidewalk codes
RH 692.9 Honb
City & County of Honolulu, 2000.
Supplement to the Uniform Building Code, containing chapter 16 (building code) and chapter 18 (fees and permits for building, electrical, plumbing and sidewalk codes) of the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu.

Building construction cost data
692.5 B 2002
2002 Western ed  R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Contains up-to-date costs, current terminology, extensive reference tables and productivity data for all types of building construction, with special emphasis on those items unique to the western United States

Building construction cost data
692.5 Bu 2004
2004 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2003.
Reliable price data for accurate budgeting and estimating.  Contains unit costs for more than 23,500 building components.

Ching, Francis D. K.
Building construction illustrated
690 Ch
3rd ed.  Wiley, 2001.
One thousand line drawings illustrate the key stages of building planning, design & construction.  Covers site selection, building components, techniques, materials, finishes.

Kreh, Dick
Building with masonry: brick, block, and concrete
693.1 Kr
Taunton Press, 2002.
Provides current methods and up-to-date information of masonry for the novice builder or home-owner.  For the professional it expands their knowledge and craft with proven methods.

Morley, Michael
Building with structural insulated panels (Sips): strength and energy efficiency through structural panel construction
693.97 Mo
Taunton Press, 2000.
These structural panels can be used in walls, floors & roofs.  They are increasingly popular as a fast-to-erect, better insulated & structurally superior building component.

Careers In focus.  Construction
624.023 Ca
Ferguson, 2001.
Explores the top careers in construction in terms of the nature of the work, education and training requirements, advancement possibilities, and salary.

Silvers, Donald E.
Complete guide to kitchen design with cooking in mind
643.3 Si
Newmark Management Institute, 1994.
Helps homeowners design the ideal kitchen based on their particular needs.

Stacey, Michael
Component design
729 St
Architectural Press, 2001.
Comprehensive guide explores the history of technological development, describes manufacturing processes, discusses materials & outlines design constraints. Encourages discussion among design, construction & manufacturing professionals.

Concrete & masonry cost data|
693.5 Co 2002
2002 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Guide to fast accurate concrete and masonry estimates.  Contains the latest unit price data, with illustrated concrete and masonry assemblies cost tables, helpful reference data and estimated aids.

Concrete & masonry cost data
693.5 Co 2004
2004 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2003.
Guide to fast accurate concrete and masonry estimates.  Contains the latest unit price data, with illustrated concrete and masonry assemblies cost tables, helpful reference data and estimated aids.

Cheng, Fu Tung
Concrete countertops: design, forms, and finishes for the new kitchen and bath
684.1 Ch
Taunton Press, 2002.
The concrete countertop has become a popular kitchen or bath feature.  It can be stamped, stained, colored or imbedded with objects.  For the builder or homeowner interested in this creative kitchen material.

Stull, Paul
Construction surveying & layout
624 St
Craftsman Book Co., 1987.
Practical guide to simplified construction surveying.

Pasternak, Ceel
Cool careers for girls in construction
624.023 Pa
Impact, 2000.
Women in construction careers ranging from architect to ironworker are profiled.

Bickerstaff, Linda
Cool careers without college for people who love to fix things
690.023 Bi
Rosen Pub., 2004.
Each job profiled includes a description and information on training, outlook and list of additional resources.

Design professionals and the built environment:  an introduction
720.47 De
Wiley, 2001.
Introduces the range of issues involved in the analysis, design & production of the built environment, emphasizing the interaction between architects, planners, contractors, building officials & other practitioners.

Honolulu (Hawaii)
Electrical code of the City and County of Honolulu.  Fees & permits for building, electrical, plumbing & sidewalk codes
RH 621.3007 Hone 2000
City & County of Honolulu, 2000.
Supplement to the National Electrical Code, containing chapter 17 (electrical code) and chapter 18 (fees and permits for building, electrical, plumbing and sidewalk codes) of the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu.

Glass, Jacqueline
Encyclopedia of architectural technology
On order
Wiley, 2002
Provides an invaluable resource on the latest developments in key aspects of this technology, including construction, structures, building services, environmental design & theory of design.

Exterior home improvement costs: the practical pricing guide for homeowners and contractors
690.837 Ex
8th ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2002.
Shows homeowners how much repairs/remodeling will cost.

Foundations and concrete work:  the best of Fine homebuilding
624.15 Fo
Taunton Press,2002.
Provides professional guidance to building a new foundation, shoring up an old foundation, or pouring a new driveway, to do the job right.

Koones, Sheri
From sand castles to dream houses:  a planner for building or remodeling your home
690.837 Ko
Hanley- Wood, 2002.
A homeowner writes about the pitfalls and problems she encountered during the construction of her home.  Suggests ways to improve the architect/contractor/homeowner relationship.

Allen, Edward
Fundamentals of residential construction
690.837 Al
J. Wiley, 2002.
Complete and authoritative coverage of residential construction and procedures.  Complete presentation of today's residential construction systems, including all mechanical and electrical systems.

Nikitas, Matt
Grand finishes for carpentry: a step-by-step guide through molding installation projects
694 Ni
St. Martin’s Griffin, 2000.
Instructs the do-it-yourselfer in installing moldings, wainscotting and casings.  Covers purchasing moldings to the finishing touches.

Heavy construction cost data
690.5 He 2002
2002 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Contains costs for all types of heavy construction-from highways, bridges, utilities, rails and marine projects to sanitary and storm sewer projects.

Heavy construction cost data
690.5 He 2004
2004 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2003.
Contains costs for all types of heavy construction-from highways, bridges, utilities, rails and marine projects to sanitary and storm sewer projects.

Swanke Hayden Connell Architects
Historic preservation:  project planning & estimating
690.24 Sw
R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Historic preservation experts explain project planning, cost estimating & managing in detail.

Interior cost data
692.5 In 2002
2002 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Provides information on materials, equipment, hardware, custom work, furnishings, labor costs — every fact you need to plan for and estimate finish costs in commercial, institutional, and residential construction.

Interior cost data
692.5 In 2004
2004 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2003.
Provides information on materials, equipment, hardware, custom work, furnishings, labor costs — every fact you need to plan for and estimate finish costs in commercial, institutional, and residential construction.

Silvers, Donald E.
Kitchen design with cooking in mind
643.3 Si
Rev. ed.  NMI Publishers, 2003.
Helps homeowners design the ideal kitchen based on their particular needs.  A kitchen questionnaire identifies important functional & aesthetic features.

Hambrook, Robert W.
Light frame house construction:  technical information for the use of apprentice and journeyman carpenters
694 Ha
University Press of the Pacific, 2001
Provides carpenters with technical knowledge about different grades, strengths and characteristics of wood.  Will enable builders to construct strong girders, rafters, joists, beams and the like.

Means illustrated construction dictionary
R 624.03 Me
3rd ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2000.
This comprehensive construction dictionary defines 19,000 terms, phrases & abbreviations.  Includes the latest materials, processes & technology.

Means square foot costs: residential, commercial, industrial, institutional
692.5 M 2002
2002 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2001.
Allows homeowners, businessmen, architects, contractors & developers to figure cost estimates for residential, commercial & institutional buildings.

Means square foot costs: residential, commercial, industrial, institutional
692.5 M 2004
2004 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2003.
Allows homeowners, businessmen, architects, contractors & developers to figure cost estimates for residential, commercial & institutional buildings.

Wagner, Willis H.
Modern carpentry:  building construction details in easy-to-understand form
694 Wa
Goodheart-Willcox, 2003.
Covers the basic materials & methods used in standard construction & carpentry practice.  Laid out in conventional building order.

Wagner, Willis H.
694 Wa
Modern carpentry: building construction details in easy-to-understand form
Rev. ed.  Goodheart-Willcox Co., 2000.
Covers the basic materials & methods used in standard construction & carpentry practice.  Laid out in conventional building order.

National electrical code
R 621.3007 N 1999
1999 ed.  National Fire Protection Association  1998.
National code, adopted by the City & County of Honolulu, Kauai, and Maui counties, containing technical requirements and specifications.

National repair & remodeling estimator
692.5 P 2002
2002 ed.  Craftsman Book Co, 2001.
This complete guide lists dwelling reconstruction labor & materials costs, recommended crew sizes, estimating tips, total costs.  For contractors & homeowners.

National repair & remodeling estimator
On order
2004 ed.  Craftsman Book Co, 2003.
This complete guide lists dwelling reconstruction labor & materials costs, recommended crew sizes, estimating tips, total costs.
 
Sumichrast, Michael
Opportunities in building construction trades
690.023 Su
VGM Career Horizons, 1998.
Guidance on variety of jobs available, employment outlook, career advancement, education and training needs, salaries, and rewards of the jobs.

Sheldon, Roger
Opportunities in carpentry careers
694.023 Sh
VGM Career Horizons, 1999.
Guidance on variety of jobs available, employment outlook, career advancement, education and training needs, salaries, and rewards of the jobs.

Ortho's all about finish carpentry basics
694.6 Or
Meredith Books, 2001.
Explains how to plan & complete carpentry finishes, such as trims, molds, panels, railings & shelves.  Detailed illustrations.

Gleason, Dennis D.
Paint contractor's handbook
698.1 Gl
McGraw-Hill, 2000.
Helps painting contractors do a better job of bidding on jobs, estimating costs and managing operations.

Plumbing code of the City and County of Honolulu.  Fees & permits for building, electrical, plumbing & sidewalk codes
RH 696.9 Honp
City & County of Honolulu, 2000.
Supplement to the Uniform Plumbing Code, containing chapter 19 (plumbing code) and chapter 18 (fees and permits for building, electrical, plumbing and sidewalk codes) of the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu.

Precision framing
694.2 Gu
Taunton Press, 2001.
The authors share their field-tested framing techniques to improve efficiency and save costs.  Includes detailed drawings & numerous photos.

Camenson, Blythe
Real people working in building and construction
690.023 Ca
VGM Career Horizons, 1999.
Real-life practicing professionals reveal how they got started, how they spend their days, and how they feel about their work.

Wetherill, Edward
Repair and remodeling estimating methods
692.5 We
4th ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2002.
Explains how to go about renovation estimating, with recent cost data, examples and step-by-step procedures.  Includes disaster restoration estimating.

Residential and light commercial construction standards:  the all in one, authoritative reference compiled from major building codes, recognized trade custom, industry standards
690.837 Re
2nd ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2002.
Establishes standards of quality workmanship for concrete, roofing, drywall, plumbing, framing & other construction-related items.

Residential cost data
692.5 M
2004 ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2003.
Residential cost estimating is explained in detail under three sections: square foot costs, assemblies’ costs and unit costs.  Appendixes cover location adjustments, building types, recent prices, new techniques.

Marchman, David A.
Scheduling with Microsoft Project 2000:  unlocking the power for home builders
690.837 Ma
Home Builder Press, 2000.
Explains how to create construction & cost schedules so builders make effective use of crew & owner time & money.  Features basic to advanced tools of Project 2000.

Waite, Tim
Steel-frame house construction
694.2 Wa
Craftsman Book Co., 2000.
Details the special skills needed to frame houses with steel.  Shows materials, tools & techniques required.  Numerous illustrations.

Time-Saver standards for interior design and space planning
729 Ti
2nd ed.  McGraw-Hill, 2001.
Excellent source of easily accessible design criteria, planning standards & technical guidelines useful to every design professional & builder involved in a large variety of interior projects.

Dekorne, Clayton
Trim carpentry and built-ins: expert advice from start to finish
694.6 De
Taunton Press, 2002.
A carpenter describes the do-it-yourself steps in adding baseboards, casings, molding and wainscoting.  He describes trade tips to make superior interior woodworking.

Van Dine, Alan
Uncommon structures, unconventional builders
690 Va
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers, 2001.
Discover the most incredible construction projects in history: the Great Wall of China, the Globe Theatre, Jericho, St. Paul's Cathedral.  Highlights seventeen amazing marvels of architecture and creativity.

Uniform building code
343.07869 In 1997
1997 ed.  International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), 1997.
National code, adopted by the City & County of Honolulu, Kauai, and Maui counties, containing building requirements and specifications.

Uniform fire code
344.0587 In 1997
1977 ed.  International Conference of Building Officials, 1997.
National code, adopted by the City & County of Honolulu, Kauai, and Maui counties, containing building requirements and specifications.

Uniform plumbing code
343.07869 Un 1997
1997 ed.  International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, 1996.
National code, adopted by the City & County of Honolulu and Kauai counties, containing technical requirements and specifications.

Unit price estimating methods
692.5 Un
3rd ed.  R.S. Means Co., 2002.
Provides current pricing data, estimating procedures, a model estimate and computer alternatives.  Includes forms, tables and checklists.