RSMeans Illustrated Construction Dictionary: The Complete Source of Constrcution Terms and Concept, with Free Interactive CD-ROM, 4h Edition, Unabridged

Your reliable source for:

• Comprehensive coverage of the construction trades, practices, and equipment 
• Easy-to-understand, illustrated definitions of building materials and methods
• Updated and expanded coverage of new trends in the industry such as building automation, green building, energy conservation and more
  Regional terminology and slang expressions
• Extensive reference section with plan symbols, contact listings for professional organizations, conversions and equivalents, and more

A free CD-ROM is included that lets you browse and search the complete print version of the dictionary, with additional expanded information and graphics.

As a desk or field reference, RSMeans Illustrated Construction Dictionary is invaluable for architects, contractors, and facility owners and managers, as well as insurance and real estate professionals, attorneys, and anyone else who needs to understand construction terminology. RSMeans is the leading provider of cost and reference information on facility design, construction, and management in North America.