Psychotic Remodeling

by Rick MacKay

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0972923306
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: Pulpville
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

Hold On To Your Hardhats

Someone gave me this book as a gift after I remodeled the house myself---small addition, new kitchen, deck. Seriously, if I had read this book first I would have saved thousands of dollars and finished the entire episode in a better frame of mind. The author is correct in that homeowners who decide to act as their own general contractors really have no idea what they are getting into. I run my own business, I manage people, etc., but managing construction workers is another thing entirely. The book provides great insight into the minds of many of the workers who were in our home-and it can be a scary thought! Nevertheless, MacKay embellishes each story with enough humor and wit to make it all palatable. Other books may discuss approaches and planning, this one deals with the emotions that overrule any sane thought! Great fun!

Wow

Wow. I've been a contractor for 30 years, I was given this book as a gift. I don't care if you've seen every home improvement TV show and read every book, nothing I've ever seen prepares the homeowner for the remodel experience like this book does. It tells it exactly the way it is----all the pitfalls a homeowner and a builder might encounter, and how to avoid them, are in this book. But the best part is it is the funniest book I have ever read. I don't think you even need to be interested in construction to appreciate the humor. Like I said, "WOW."

Helpful as well as Entertaining!

This book is a MUST for anyone who has ever tried to fix anything himself or hired anyone to fix anything...which includes EVERYONE!It's loaded with practical tips, funny (true!) stories, and original artwork...An easy and entertaining read!