Building
Free to read here, from Project Gutenberg.
Hardware, estimating, and mill design
Scientific American Architects and Builders Edition, No. 26, Dec., 1887
How to build a house
The Construction of the Small House
The Cost of Shelter
Rat Proofing Buildings and Premises
India and Indian Engineering.
Scamping Tricks and Odd Knowledge Occasionally Practised upon Public Works
Practical hints to builders and those contemplating building
The Builder, No. 1, December 31, 1842