Concrete Construction: Methods and Costs

This volume offers a straightforward, numbers‑driven look at concrete construction, concentrating on the practical steps a builder must take and the expenses tied to each step. It walks the listener through selecting and preparing cement, sand and aggregates, then explains how to proportion mixes, control voids, and measure water content, all backed by tables and real‑world examples. Drawing on journal reports, government studies, and the authors’ own field records, the guide compiles cost data that engineers, contractors, and architects can use when planning a project.

The book is organized into clear sections covering material preparation, mix theory, hand‑mixing techniques, and the increasingly common machine‑mixing and placement methods of the early 1900s. Detailed breakdowns of labor, plant, and material outlays are presented alongside discussions of equipment such as hoists, conveyors, and mixing boards, giving listeners a concrete sense of budgeting. Though written over a century ago, its systematic approach to cost estimation and construction practice remains a valuable reference for anyone looking to understand the fundamentals of concrete work today.