There are many excellent publications covering the subject of building and construction and the list seems to grow by the day. Some publications are absolutely invaluable and some not so!
Here’s some of the books we recommend:
The Building Construction Handbook

Now in it’s seventh edition, The Building Construction Handbook, by Roy Chudley & Roger Greeno, is a book which you will refer to throughout your course.The book is packed with clear, concise and easily understood drawings which illustrate all of the elements of building and construction.
This new updated edition includes additional information about energy conservation, sustainable construction and environmental issues.
The Building Services Handbook

The Building Services Handbook is another one of those ‘must have’ text books which will accompany you throughout your studies.
Like the Building Construction Handbook, all the common elements of building services are covered clearly and concisely.
The book is an excellent resource for students of all building subjects as an introduction to a sometimes complex subject.
Those specifically studying building services subjects will find this textbook beneficial when starting out and later come to rely upon it for the clarity and simplicity of the illustrations.
Advanced Construction Technology
Advanced Construction Technology focuses upon industrial, high-rise and commercial construction and is particularly relevant to many of the subjects you will encounter.
The book covers all aspects of site works from plant & basement construction to internal components and decoration.
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Building Construction HandbookNew. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
19.22 |
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The Construction of HousesNew. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
23.58 |
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Construction Planning, Programming and ControlNew. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
20.38 |
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Barry’s Introduction to Construction of Buildings |
17.79 |
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Modern Construction ManagementNew. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
24.98 |
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BTEC Level 3 National Construction and the Built Environment Student Book (Level 3 BTEC National Construction)New. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
22.70 |
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Construction Contracts: Law and ManagementNew. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
23.63 |
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Building Construction IllustratedNew. Mint Condition. Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon. Guaranteed packaging. No quibbles returns. |
17.39 |
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A Year at a Construction Site (Time Goes by) |
1.43 |
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Barry’s Advanced Construction of Buildings |
19.39 |









