Bibliograph

Codes for homeowners, your photo guide to electrical codes, plumbing codes, building codes, mechanical codes, by Bruce A. Barker

Type

Label

Codes for homeowners, your photo guide to electrical codes, plumbing codes, building codes, mechanical codes, by Bruce A. Barker

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Codes for homeowners

Nature of contents

handbooks

Oclc number

316018361

Responsibility statement

by Bruce A. Barker

Series statement

Black & Decker home improvement library

Sub title

your photo guide to electrical codes, plumbing codes, building codes, mechanical codes

Summary

"Clear and easy to use photo reference book that explains and defines home improvement codes for pros and DIYers"--Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Codes & permits : the basics -- Building design & safety. Habitable rooms ; Fire separations ; Stairways ; Emergency escape openings ; Egress doors ; Exterior doors ; Ventilation & exhaust ; Smoke & carbon monoxide alarms ; Clearances for cooking equipment -- Structural components. Foundations ; Crawlspaces ; Decks ; Floor systems ; Wall systems ; Windows & doors ; Roof systems -- Exterior components. Shingle roof covering installation ; Fireplaces & chimneys ; Water control & drainage near the home -- Heating & air conditioning. HVAC appliances ; HVAC duct installation ; Combustion air for fuel-burning appliances ; Vents for fuel-burning appliances -- Plumbing system. Definitions of plumbing terms ; The home plumbing system ; Water supply piping ; Drain, waste & vent piping (DWV) ; Plumbing vents ; Plumbing traps ; Plumbing appliances & fixtures -- Electrical system. Definitions of electrical terms ; Understanding electrical circuits ; Electrical grounding & bonding ; Electrical branch circuit requirements ; Electrical receptacle installation ; Ground-fault (GFCI) & arc-fault (AFCI) protection ; Junction boxes, device boxes & enclosures ; Switch installation ; Light fixture installation ; Satellite dishes, television & radio antennas ; Broadband cable wiring -- Appendix. Common mistakes ; Conversions

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