This is a quick access reference guide to construction and remodelling. It is organized into 30 chapters, each giving insight into a particular topic and also includes a separate chapter devoted to terms and abbreviations commonly encountered in construction.

Make simple work of the toughest plumbing problem

Whether you are a master plumber who needs a comprehensive, on-the-job manual or a homeowner tackling weekend repair jobs, this well-illustrated guide provides all the information you need to solve just about any plumbing problem quickly, effectively, and economically. Written by a licensed master plumber, it puts you on top of situations in five key areas: Code Facts; Calculations; Existing Plumbing Systems; Service and Repair Work; Gas Piping; and Radiant Heat Piping.

The Book for Electricians Who Need the Right Answer NOW!

Here’s the one on-site reference electricians can’t afford to be without! Electricians’ Instant Answers provides all the information you need to solve just about any electrical procedure problem – quickly, effectively, and economically. Packed with calculations, tips, fast facts, charts, tables, and photographs, Electrician’s Instant Answers features just enough text to get the job done right, without wasting your time.

Electricians and electrical contractors can turn to Electrician’s Instant Answers for expert, easy-to-understand coverage of:* Appropriate codes related to calculation methods* Basic tools and techniques* Services, feeders, and branch circuits* Wiring methods* New construction* Wiring of existing buildings* Electrical terminations* Underground circuits for outlaying loads* Communications* Troubleshooting* Safety and first aid

If you’re looking for a portable, no-nonsense reference that provides the data you need to tackle even the toughest electrical job -- your search ends here.

Veteran remodeling contractor R. Dodge Woodson provides all the guidance and details necessary for success in the lucrative remodeling business. This practical guide covers every phase of starting, running, and operating a profitable business and delivers insider advice on everything from getting a license to renting an office to remodeling an entire home.

Sidebars and Tip Boxes provide valuable at-a-glance informationReal world case studies drive home key points from the textHow to start on a part-time basisBuying trucks, tools, equipment, and materialsMistakes that can kill a business -- and how to avoid them

Here are portable, quick-look-up answers to the most common math problems faced by plumbers, pipelayers, pipefitters, and steamfitters. This time-saving reference allows users to get results instantly without putting pencil to paper or fiddling with a calculator.

Job-simplifying Fast Code Facts and Sensible Shortcut boxesPacked with calculations, formulas, charts and tablesNEW CHAPTER on estimating take-offsGreat for designing or estimating a project

A User-Friendly Guide to the 2006 International Building Code that Helps You Interpret and Apply Codes Quickly and Easily!

Turn to the 2006 International Building Code Companion for a clear, conversational approach to interpreting and applying the Code on the job. Written by renowned construction author R. Dodge Woodson, this practical reference will enable you to cut through the complexities of Code language, so you can do your work more efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

Filled with 200 detailed illustrations, the 2006 International Building Code Companion features:

A plain-English explanation of the 2006 International Building CodeExpert interpretations of complicated Code languageComprehensive coverage of every Code provisionA wealth of practical information on employee qualifications, accessibility requirements, the ICC''s Electrical Code, and other topics

Inside This Easy-to-Understand Building Code Resource

Use and Occupancy Classification • General Building Heights and Areas • Types of Construction • Interior Finishes • Fire Protection Systems • Means of Egress • Accessibility • Interior Environment • Energy Efficiency • Exterior Walls • Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures • Structural Design • Soils and Foundations • Concrete • Aluminum • Masonry • Steel • Wood • Glass and Glazing • Gypsum Board and Plaster • Plastic • Electrical • Mechanical Systems • Plumbing Systems • Elevators and Conveying Systems • Safeguards During Construction • Existing Structures • And Much More!

There are plenty of do-it-yourself books on the market, but sound information about hiring and working with home improvement specialists is hard to come by. Written for homeowners who are hiring pros for large-scale home improvement, remodeling, and maintenance jobs, these titles feature visually appealing, easy-to-read layouts, and are packed with sidebars and callouts of special advice on how to hire a contractor.

Written by an author who is a licensed Master Plumber as well as a licensed Class A Builder with almost three decades in the construction field, each title features:

A focus on how to screen and hire home improvement prosTime and cost saving tips and techniques including cost estimating charts for materials and laborAdvantages/disadvantages of various materialsSite, design, planning, and maintenance considerationsExplanations of different options, and the benefits and the drawbacks of each

2009 International Building Code Essentials at Your Fingertips

This handy resource delivers quick access to international building code information. 2009 International Building Code Need To Know explains and interprets the most common International Code Council requirements. Packed with illustrations, this essential tool brings together all the elements you need to design, estimate, and install building systems. Save time and money, reduce errors, stay in compliance, and increase job site safety using this quick reference.

2009 International Building Code Need To Know features:

Clear explanations and interpretations of ICC International Building CodeHelpful trade tipsDetailed visual references

Inside this on-the-job guide:

Use and Occupancy Classification * Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy * General Building Heights and Areas * Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction * Fire-Protection Systems * Means of Egress * Accessibility * Exterior Walls * Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures * Structural Design * Soils and Foundations * Wood * Plastic * Encroachments Into the Public Right-Of-Way

Help the Environment While Increasing Sales

Bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson brings the growing number of options available for developing land without doing harm to natural areas. In this comprehensive guide, he explains how such building techniques will increase sales, improve the bottom line, and help sustain the environment.

Be a Successful Green Land Developer addresses all the practical issues that arise when embarking upon green building projects. It explains every aspect of the subject, from getting started in the green building business to mastering green terminology to making money with green methods. Learn how to understand zoning requirements, covenants, and restrictions…write winning proposals…and expand business. The book also examines 20 common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Green construction is here to stay. Use Be a Successful Green Land Developer as a roadmap to profits and growth in this exciting new realm of business.

This practical, plain-English guide to green land development includes:

Valuable tips on preparing winning bidsStep-by-step advice on expanding a green building businessImportant insight into the costs associated with earth-friendly land developmentSample contracts, zoning forms, and development/broker forms

Develop a lucrative green development enterprise with valuable lessons on…

Using Green to Make Big Bucks • Building a Strong Development Team • Working with Real Estate Brokers • Setting Up Your Lenders and Investors • Finding Suitable Development Property • What Makes a Project Viable? • Looking for Land in All the Right Places • Initial Investigations • Drainage Factors • Soil Considerations • Calculating Land Losses for Roads and Green Space • Water Requirements • And More

Increase Profits by Incorporating Sustainable Practices into Your Building Operations

Filled with environmentally friendly methods that reduce the impact of housing on natural areas, Be a Successful Green Builder contains everything needed to get started in the green building business and develop a thriving enterprise.

Successful contractor and bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson explains how to select green building products, understand zoning requirements associated with green building, write winning proposals, find suitable financing, and deal with brokers. He also reviews 20 key mistakes to avoid in building green. Be a Successful Green Builder features:

A plain-English guide to developing a lucrative green building enterpriseInformation on selecting the best green building productsValuable tips on preparing winning bidsStep-by-step advice on expanding a green building business

Inside This Hands-on Guide to Profitable Green Building

• Getting Started in Green Building • Setting Up Your Business Structure • 20 Mistakes to Avoid When Becoming a Green Contractor • Matching Green Projects with Suitable Locations • Finding Financing • Working from Home Versus an Office • Building on Speculation • Working with Real Estate Brokers • Selecting Green Building Products • Dealing with Subcontractors • Preparing Winning Bids • Using Sustainable Practices to Make More Money • Growing Your Business • Expanding into Green Land Development to Double Your Money • Landscaping Tips that Sell Houses Fast

The latest radiant floor heating methods and materials

In this fully updated guide, master plumber and long-time contractor R. Dodge Woodson explains, step by step, how to install, test, and debug in-floor heating systems--the healthy, quiet, economical, and clean heating method.

Radiant Floor Heating, Second Edition now offers details on alternative fuel sources and covers new material options and installation procedures, updated code information, and state-of-the-art piping and heating equipment. Revised illustrations featuring modern products are included in this practical resource. Get everything you need to:

Understand and explain the advantages of in-floor radiant heatingSelect superior equipment--tubing, boilers, expansion tanks, pumps, and controlsInstall embedded and dry radiant heat systems in new or existing homesIncorporate hot water heating into your designsSet up heating zones for variable temperatures throughout a houseDesign a solar-powered systemUse alternative fuel sourcesProvide outdoor ice removal and other amenitiesTroubleshoot and repair system problems

A Complete Guide to the 2009 International Plumbing Codes

Fully updated to reflect the changes in the International Code Council 2009 International Plumbing Code, this authoritative volume follows the IPC chapter by chapter. Master plumber, master gasfitter, and bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson puts the International Plumbing Code and the Private Sewage Disposal Code into plain English for easy use on the job.

Woodson''s ready-to-use answers help you get plumbing jobs done right, on time, and up to the standards of the 2009 codes. It''s all the plumbing information you need in one reliable resource, including how to:

Solve pipe, drainage, vent, trap, and other plumbing questions FASTFix common plumbing problems with the workable solutions illustrated insideFind worked-out examples of nearly every type of plumbing taskQuickly locate the right figures, formulas, and charts for water heaters, fixtures,faucets, fuel piping, storm water drainage, and moreCut labor and material costs by meeting but not exceeding codesAvoid leaks, malfunctions, blockages, plumbing-caused damage, callbacks, and other costly troubles

2009 International Plumbing Codes Handbook covers:

Definitions * Administrative Policies and Procedures * General Regulations * Fixtures * Water Heaters * Water Supply and Distribution * Sanitary Drainage Systems * Indirect and Special Wastes * Vents * Traps, Clean-Outs, and Interceptors * Storm Drainage * Special Piping and Storage Systems * Recycling Gray Water * Referenced Standards * Rainfall Rates * Degree Days and Design Temperatures * Evaluating Sites and their Requirements * Materials * Sizing and Installing Soil Absorption Systems * Pressure Distribution Systems * Tanks * Mound Systems * Using the Code in the Real World

A fully updated professional reference to wells and septic systems

Don''t let septic systems sink your budget! This essential guide is filled with expert advice on selecting and installing high-performance, cost-efficient wells and septic systems that will boost your bottom line.

A Builder''s Guide to Wells and Septic Systems, Second Edition, is completely up to date with the latest International Code Council International Private Sewage Disposal Code information. This handy resource covers new procedures and products, including green construction materials. Get coverage of virtually every aspect of wells and septic systems, such as how to:

Evaluate property for wells and septic systems Protect your company''s interests during biddingAssess soil studies and septic designsChoose the best well and septic system for each propertyWork with gravel-and-pipe, chamber-type, and gravity septic systemsTroubleshoot and solve well and septic system problemsLandscape septic system areas

Ace the Journeyman and Master Plumbing Exams!

Featuring more than 400 practice questions and answers, Plumber''s Licensing Study Guide, Third Edition, provides everything you need to prepare for and pass the Journeyman and Master Plumber''s licensing exams on the first try. This practical, up-to-date resource is filled with study tips, detailed illustrations, calculations, conversion tables, and troubleshooting points. Both metric and U.S. units are included throughout. Fully revised for the 2012 International Plumbing Code and 2012 Uniform Plumbing Code, this careerbuilding guide helps you:

Master the material most likely to appear on plumber''s licensing examsImprove your test-taking ability with 400+ multiple-choice questions and answersAcquire the confidence, skills, and knowledge needed to pass your exam

Covers essential plumbing topics, including:

DefinitionsAdministrative policiesMiscellaneous regulationsWater supplyWater heatersSanitary drainageFixturesIndirect wasteVentsStorm water drainageTraps, cleanouts, and special wasteInterceptors and separatorsMedical and nonmedical gas systemsAlternative engineered and special systemsGray-water recycling systemsNatural gas

The success of a repair or rehabilitation project depends on the specific plans designed for it. Concrete Structures: Protection, Repair and Rehabilitation provides guidance on evaluating the condition of the concrete in a structure, relating the condition of the concrete to the underlying cause or causes of that condition, selecting an appropriate repair material and method for any deficiency found, and using the selected materials and methods to repair or rehabilitate the structure. Guidance is also provided for engineers focused on maintaining concrete and preparing concrete investigation reports for repair and rehabilitation projects. Considerations for certain specialized types of rehabilitation projects are also given. In addition, the author translates cryptic codes, theories, specifications and details into easy to understand language. Tip boxes are used to highlight key elements of the text as well as code considerations based on the International Code Council or International Building Codes. The book contains various worked out examples and equations. Case Studies will be included along with diagrams and schematics to provide visuals to the book.- Deals primarily with evaluation and repair of concrete structures- Provides the reader with a Step by Step method for evaluation and repair of Structures- Covers all types of Concrete structures ranging from bridges to sidewalks- Handy tables outlining the properties of certain types of concrete and their uses

Whether or not, you are on the job site or back in the office, this book will help you to avoid mistakes, code violations, and wasted time and money. The book's four part treatment begins with constituent materials followed by self contained parts on Concrete Properties, Processes, and Concrete Repair and Rehabilitation.

Designed to be an "all in one" reference, the author includes a wealth information for the most popular types of testing. This includes: Analysis of Fresh Concrete; Testing Machines; Accelerated Testing Methods; Analysis of Hardened Concrete and Mortar; Core Sampling and Testing; Assessment of Concrete Construction ; Repair; Quality Concepts; Quality Control; Statistics; Standards, Specifications, and Codes of Practice. With this book in hand, construction engineers and even technicians find valuable information regarding Exposed Concrete Finishes, Repairing Concrete, Formwork, Precast Concrete, Concrete Roads, and Industrial Floors.

Project managers and owners will find this reference a valuable guide to concrete both in terms of its applications in construction projects and the science and chemistry of concrete for its own sake.

Fundamentals of Concrete Chemistry

Handy at your figure tip calculations

Tips for working with all types of concretes

Covers Roads, floors, and finishes

Principles of Precast, Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete

Whether or not, you are on the job site or back in the office, this book will help you to avoid mistakes, code violations, and wasted time and money. The book''s four part treatment begins with constituent materials followed by self contained parts on Concrete Properties, Processes, and Concrete Repair and Rehabilitation.Designed to be an "all in one" reference, the author includes a wealth information for the most popular types of testing. This includes: Analysis of Fresh Concrete; Testing Machines; Accelerated Testing Methods; Analysis of Hardened Concrete and Mortar; Core Sampling and Testing; Assessment of Concrete Construction ; Repair; Quality Concepts; Quality Control; Statistics; Standards, Specifications, and Codes of Practice. With this book in hand, construction engineers and even technicians find valuable information regarding Exposed Concrete Finishes, Repairing Concrete, Formwork, Precast Concrete, Concrete Roads, and Industrial Floors.Project managers and owners will find this reference a valuable guide to concrete both in terms of its applications in construction projects and the science and chemistry of concrete for its own sake.- Fundamentals of Concrete Chemistry- Handy at your figure tip calculations- Tips for working with all types of concretes- Covers Roads, floors, and finishes- Principles of Precast, Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete

Millions of homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, which poses a serious hazard to children under the age of 6. Construction Worksite Compliance Guide answers the most common questions about the requirements as mandated by the EPA's Renovate, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule and OSHA regulation 29CFR 1926.62. Packed with checklists, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step-by-step approach to determining job requirements and cost, assigning environmental responsibility to all parties, answering environmental questions, and conducting comprehensive worksite audits in the pre-bid phase of a renovation project.

Thirty minute video clip discussing the latest detection and inspection techniques Quick Tips for identifying, abating and disposing of lead Guide to understanding and complying with OSHA and EPA regulations Case histories, examples of work-related situations based on 30 years of experience

While it would appear that contractors are not affected by the liabilities of the work of others, it is important that they understand the documentation that establishes culpability and the terms of restitution. A "boots on the ground" approach to the pre and post construction inspections as well as all activities in between, Construction Worksite Compliance Guide: Mold provides expert time saving tips to ensure that the job is done right the first time and according to state and Federal regulation. In this book, Woodson shares over 30 years of real-world experience for planning and monitoring the daily work activities on mold contaminated worksites. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for monitoring workers who are performing the activities specified in a mold abatement work plans.

Expert advice for avoiding liabilities of the work of others Packed with checklists, tables, and "quick lookup" materials Tips for conducting pre and post worksite inspections Step by step approach to planning and monitoring the daily worksite activities

Disturbing asbestos materials during construction is a serious hazard that all contractors may encounter. Because of the insidious nature of the material as a health hazard, EPA regulations require that even when a structure is to be completely demolished, asbestos (and all other hazardous materials) must be removed by a qualified contractor prior to general demolition. A construction contractor contemplating abatement work needs to ascertain regulatory applicability under one of the following: OSHA-approved state program, Federal OSHA regulations (applicable to the private sector and certain federal employees) or OSHA-approved.

Construction Worksite Compliance Guide to Asbestos provides the contractors, building owners and inspectors with the current best management practices for asbestos removal and disposal methods. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for identifying asbestos, complying with OSHA and EPA regulations as well as the safe disposal of asbestos.

Ascertain the presence of asbestos through testing Prepare the abatement plan Submit the plan to the state, EPA or local municipality having jurisdiction Proper Waste Disposal techniques Scope of work

Disturbing asbestos materials during construction is a serious hazard that all contractors may encounter. Because of the insidious nature of the material as a health hazard, EPA regulations require that even when a structure is to be completely demolished, asbestos (and all other hazardous materials) must be removed by a qualified contractor prior to general demolition. A construction contractor contemplating abatement work needs to ascertain regulatory applicability under one of the following: OSHA-approved state program, Federal OSHA regulations (applicable to the private sector and certain federal employees) or OSHA-approved.Construction Worksite Compliance Guide to Asbestos provides the contractors, building owners and inspectors with the current best management practices for asbestos removal and disposal methods. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for identifying asbestos, complying with OSHA and EPA regulations as well as the safe disposal of asbestos.- Ascertain the presence of asbestos through testing- Prepare the abatement plan- Submit the plan to the state, EPA or local municipality having jurisdiction- Proper Waste Disposal techniques- Scope of work

While it would appear that contractors are not affected by the liabilities of the work of others, it is important that they understand the documentation that establishes culpability and the terms of restitution. A "boots on the ground" approach to the pre and post construction inspections as well as all activities in between, Construction Worksite Compliance Guide: Mold provides expert time saving tips to ensure that the job is done right the first time and according to state and Federal regulation. In this book, Woodson shares over 30 years of real-world experience for planning and monitoring the daily work activities on mold contaminated worksites. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for monitoring workers who are performing the activities specified in a mold abatement work plans.- Expert advice for avoiding liabilities of the work of others- Packed with checklists, tables, and "quick lookup" materials- Tips for conducting pre and post worksite inspections- Step by step approach to planning and monitoring the daily worksite activities

Millions of homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, which poses a serious hazard to children under the age of 6. Construction Worksite Compliance Guide answers the most common questions about the requirements as mandated by the EPA''s Renovate, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule and OSHA regulation 29CFR 1926.62. Packed with checklists, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step-by-step approach to determining job requirements and cost, assigning environmental responsibility to all parties, answering environmental questions, and conducting comprehensive worksite audits in the pre-bid phase of a renovation project.- Thirty minute video clip discussing the latest detection and inspection techniques- Quick Tips for identifying, abating and disposing of lead- Guide to understanding and complying with OSHA and EPA regulations- Case histories, examples of work-related situations based on 30 years of experience

This complete handbook is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to buy or install a small-scale irrigation system for the lawn, garden, or backyard. Covers everything from sprinklers and soaker hoses to overhead irrigation and gravity distribution systems.

This is a quick access reference guide to construction and remodelling. It is organized into 30 chapters, each giving insight into a particular topic and also includes a separate chapter devoted to terms and abbreviations commonly encountered in construction.

Make simple work of the toughest plumbing problem

Whether you are a master plumber who needs a comprehensive, on-the-job manual or a homeowner tackling weekend repair jobs, this well-illustrated guide provides all the information you need to solve just about any plumbing problem quickly, effectively, and economically. Written by a licensed master plumber, it puts you on top of situations in five key areas: Code Facts; Calculations; Existing Plumbing Systems; Service and Repair Work; Gas Piping; and Radiant Heat Piping.

The Book for Electricians Who Need the Right Answer NOW!

Here’s the one on-site reference electricians can’t afford to be without! Electricians’ Instant Answers provides all the information you need to solve just about any electrical procedure problem – quickly, effectively, and economically. Packed with calculations, tips, fast facts, charts, tables, and photographs, Electrician’s Instant Answers features just enough text to get the job done right, without wasting your time.

Electricians and electrical contractors can turn to Electrician’s Instant Answers for expert, easy-to-understand coverage of:* Appropriate codes related to calculation methods* Basic tools and techniques* Services, feeders, and branch circuits* Wiring methods* New construction* Wiring of existing buildings* Electrical terminations* Underground circuits for outlaying loads* Communications* Troubleshooting* Safety and first aid

If you’re looking for a portable, no-nonsense reference that provides the data you need to tackle even the toughest electrical job -- your search ends here.

Veteran remodeling contractor R. Dodge Woodson provides all the guidance and details necessary for success in the lucrative remodeling business. This practical guide covers every phase of starting, running, and operating a profitable business and delivers insider advice on everything from getting a license to renting an office to remodeling an entire home.

Sidebars and Tip Boxes provide valuable at-a-glance informationReal world case studies drive home key points from the textHow to start on a part-time basisBuying trucks, tools, equipment, and materialsMistakes that can kill a business -- and how to avoid them

Here are portable, quick-look-up answers to the most common math problems faced by plumbers, pipelayers, pipefitters, and steamfitters. This time-saving reference allows users to get results instantly without putting pencil to paper or fiddling with a calculator.

Job-simplifying Fast Code Facts and Sensible Shortcut boxesPacked with calculations, formulas, charts and tablesNEW CHAPTER on estimating take-offsGreat for designing or estimating a project

A User-Friendly Guide to the 2006 International Building Code that Helps You Interpret and Apply Codes Quickly and Easily!

Turn to the 2006 International Building Code Companion for a clear, conversational approach to interpreting and applying the Code on the job. Written by renowned construction author R. Dodge Woodson, this practical reference will enable you to cut through the complexities of Code language, so you can do your work more efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

Filled with 200 detailed illustrations, the 2006 International Building Code Companion features:

A plain-English explanation of the 2006 International Building CodeExpert interpretations of complicated Code languageComprehensive coverage of every Code provisionA wealth of practical information on employee qualifications, accessibility requirements, the ICC''s Electrical Code, and other topics

Inside This Easy-to-Understand Building Code Resource

Use and Occupancy Classification • General Building Heights and Areas • Types of Construction • Interior Finishes • Fire Protection Systems • Means of Egress • Accessibility • Interior Environment • Energy Efficiency • Exterior Walls • Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures • Structural Design • Soils and Foundations • Concrete • Aluminum • Masonry • Steel • Wood • Glass and Glazing • Gypsum Board and Plaster • Plastic • Electrical • Mechanical Systems • Plumbing Systems • Elevators and Conveying Systems • Safeguards During Construction • Existing Structures • And Much More!

There are plenty of do-it-yourself books on the market, but sound information about hiring and working with home improvement specialists is hard to come by. Written for homeowners who are hiring pros for large-scale home improvement, remodeling, and maintenance jobs, these titles feature visually appealing, easy-to-read layouts, and are packed with sidebars and callouts of special advice on how to hire a contractor.

Written by an author who is a licensed Master Plumber as well as a licensed Class A Builder with almost three decades in the construction field, each title features:

A focus on how to screen and hire home improvement prosTime and cost saving tips and techniques including cost estimating charts for materials and laborAdvantages/disadvantages of various materialsSite, design, planning, and maintenance considerationsExplanations of different options, and the benefits and the drawbacks of each

2009 International Building Code Essentials at Your Fingertips

This handy resource delivers quick access to international building code information. 2009 International Building Code Need To Know explains and interprets the most common International Code Council requirements. Packed with illustrations, this essential tool brings together all the elements you need to design, estimate, and install building systems. Save time and money, reduce errors, stay in compliance, and increase job site safety using this quick reference.

2009 International Building Code Need To Know features:

Clear explanations and interpretations of ICC International Building CodeHelpful trade tipsDetailed visual references

Inside this on-the-job guide:

Use and Occupancy Classification * Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy * General Building Heights and Areas * Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction * Fire-Protection Systems * Means of Egress * Accessibility * Exterior Walls * Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures * Structural Design * Soils and Foundations * Wood * Plastic * Encroachments Into the Public Right-Of-Way

Help the Environment While Increasing Sales

Bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson brings the growing number of options available for developing land without doing harm to natural areas. In this comprehensive guide, he explains how such building techniques will increase sales, improve the bottom line, and help sustain the environment.

Be a Successful Green Land Developer addresses all the practical issues that arise when embarking upon green building projects. It explains every aspect of the subject, from getting started in the green building business to mastering green terminology to making money with green methods. Learn how to understand zoning requirements, covenants, and restrictions…write winning proposals…and expand business. The book also examines 20 common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Green construction is here to stay. Use Be a Successful Green Land Developer as a roadmap to profits and growth in this exciting new realm of business.

This practical, plain-English guide to green land development includes:

Valuable tips on preparing winning bidsStep-by-step advice on expanding a green building businessImportant insight into the costs associated with earth-friendly land developmentSample contracts, zoning forms, and development/broker forms

Develop a lucrative green development enterprise with valuable lessons on…

Using Green to Make Big Bucks • Building a Strong Development Team • Working with Real Estate Brokers • Setting Up Your Lenders and Investors • Finding Suitable Development Property • What Makes a Project Viable? • Looking for Land in All the Right Places • Initial Investigations • Drainage Factors • Soil Considerations • Calculating Land Losses for Roads and Green Space • Water Requirements • And More

Increase Profits by Incorporating Sustainable Practices into Your Building Operations

Filled with environmentally friendly methods that reduce the impact of housing on natural areas, Be a Successful Green Builder contains everything needed to get started in the green building business and develop a thriving enterprise.

Successful contractor and bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson explains how to select green building products, understand zoning requirements associated with green building, write winning proposals, find suitable financing, and deal with brokers. He also reviews 20 key mistakes to avoid in building green. Be a Successful Green Builder features:

A plain-English guide to developing a lucrative green building enterpriseInformation on selecting the best green building productsValuable tips on preparing winning bidsStep-by-step advice on expanding a green building business

Inside This Hands-on Guide to Profitable Green Building

• Getting Started in Green Building • Setting Up Your Business Structure • 20 Mistakes to Avoid When Becoming a Green Contractor • Matching Green Projects with Suitable Locations • Finding Financing • Working from Home Versus an Office • Building on Speculation • Working with Real Estate Brokers • Selecting Green Building Products • Dealing with Subcontractors • Preparing Winning Bids • Using Sustainable Practices to Make More Money • Growing Your Business • Expanding into Green Land Development to Double Your Money • Landscaping Tips that Sell Houses Fast

The latest radiant floor heating methods and materials

In this fully updated guide, master plumber and long-time contractor R. Dodge Woodson explains, step by step, how to install, test, and debug in-floor heating systems--the healthy, quiet, economical, and clean heating method.

Radiant Floor Heating, Second Edition now offers details on alternative fuel sources and covers new material options and installation procedures, updated code information, and state-of-the-art piping and heating equipment. Revised illustrations featuring modern products are included in this practical resource. Get everything you need to:

Understand and explain the advantages of in-floor radiant heatingSelect superior equipment--tubing, boilers, expansion tanks, pumps, and controlsInstall embedded and dry radiant heat systems in new or existing homesIncorporate hot water heating into your designsSet up heating zones for variable temperatures throughout a houseDesign a solar-powered systemUse alternative fuel sourcesProvide outdoor ice removal and other amenitiesTroubleshoot and repair system problems

A Complete Guide to the 2009 International Plumbing Codes

Fully updated to reflect the changes in the International Code Council 2009 International Plumbing Code, this authoritative volume follows the IPC chapter by chapter. Master plumber, master gasfitter, and bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson puts the International Plumbing Code and the Private Sewage Disposal Code into plain English for easy use on the job.

Woodson''s ready-to-use answers help you get plumbing jobs done right, on time, and up to the standards of the 2009 codes. It''s all the plumbing information you need in one reliable resource, including how to:

Solve pipe, drainage, vent, trap, and other plumbing questions FASTFix common plumbing problems with the workable solutions illustrated insideFind worked-out examples of nearly every type of plumbing taskQuickly locate the right figures, formulas, and charts for water heaters, fixtures,faucets, fuel piping, storm water drainage, and moreCut labor and material costs by meeting but not exceeding codesAvoid leaks, malfunctions, blockages, plumbing-caused damage, callbacks, and other costly troubles

2009 International Plumbing Codes Handbook covers:

Definitions * Administrative Policies and Procedures * General Regulations * Fixtures * Water Heaters * Water Supply and Distribution * Sanitary Drainage Systems * Indirect and Special Wastes * Vents * Traps, Clean-Outs, and Interceptors * Storm Drainage * Special Piping and Storage Systems * Recycling Gray Water * Referenced Standards * Rainfall Rates * Degree Days and Design Temperatures * Evaluating Sites and their Requirements * Materials * Sizing and Installing Soil Absorption Systems * Pressure Distribution Systems * Tanks * Mound Systems * Using the Code in the Real World

A fully updated professional reference to wells and septic systems

Don''t let septic systems sink your budget! This essential guide is filled with expert advice on selecting and installing high-performance, cost-efficient wells and septic systems that will boost your bottom line.

A Builder''s Guide to Wells and Septic Systems, Second Edition, is completely up to date with the latest International Code Council International Private Sewage Disposal Code information. This handy resource covers new procedures and products, including green construction materials. Get coverage of virtually every aspect of wells and septic systems, such as how to:

Evaluate property for wells and septic systems Protect your company''s interests during biddingAssess soil studies and septic designsChoose the best well and septic system for each propertyWork with gravel-and-pipe, chamber-type, and gravity septic systemsTroubleshoot and solve well and septic system problemsLandscape septic system areas

Ace the Journeyman and Master Plumbing Exams!

Featuring more than 400 practice questions and answers, Plumber''s Licensing Study Guide, Third Edition, provides everything you need to prepare for and pass the Journeyman and Master Plumber''s licensing exams on the first try. This practical, up-to-date resource is filled with study tips, detailed illustrations, calculations, conversion tables, and troubleshooting points. Both metric and U.S. units are included throughout. Fully revised for the 2012 International Plumbing Code and 2012 Uniform Plumbing Code, this careerbuilding guide helps you:

Master the material most likely to appear on plumber''s licensing examsImprove your test-taking ability with 400+ multiple-choice questions and answersAcquire the confidence, skills, and knowledge needed to pass your exam

Covers essential plumbing topics, including:

DefinitionsAdministrative policiesMiscellaneous regulationsWater supplyWater heatersSanitary drainageFixturesIndirect wasteVentsStorm water drainageTraps, cleanouts, and special wasteInterceptors and separatorsMedical and nonmedical gas systemsAlternative engineered and special systemsGray-water recycling systemsNatural gas

The success of a repair or rehabilitation project depends on the specific plans designed for it. Concrete Structures: Protection, Repair and Rehabilitation provides guidance on evaluating the condition of the concrete in a structure, relating the condition of the concrete to the underlying cause or causes of that condition, selecting an appropriate repair material and method for any deficiency found, and using the selected materials and methods to repair or rehabilitate the structure. Guidance is also provided for engineers focused on maintaining concrete and preparing concrete investigation reports for repair and rehabilitation projects. Considerations for certain specialized types of rehabilitation projects are also given. In addition, the author translates cryptic codes, theories, specifications and details into easy to understand language. Tip boxes are used to highlight key elements of the text as well as code considerations based on the International Code Council or International Building Codes. The book contains various worked out examples and equations. Case Studies will be included along with diagrams and schematics to provide visuals to the book.- Deals primarily with evaluation and repair of concrete structures- Provides the reader with a Step by Step method for evaluation and repair of Structures- Covers all types of Concrete structures ranging from bridges to sidewalks- Handy tables outlining the properties of certain types of concrete and their uses

Whether or not, you are on the job site or back in the office, this book will help you to avoid mistakes, code violations, and wasted time and money. The book's four part treatment begins with constituent materials followed by self contained parts on Concrete Properties, Processes, and Concrete Repair and Rehabilitation.

Designed to be an "all in one" reference, the author includes a wealth information for the most popular types of testing. This includes: Analysis of Fresh Concrete; Testing Machines; Accelerated Testing Methods; Analysis of Hardened Concrete and Mortar; Core Sampling and Testing; Assessment of Concrete Construction ; Repair; Quality Concepts; Quality Control; Statistics; Standards, Specifications, and Codes of Practice. With this book in hand, construction engineers and even technicians find valuable information regarding Exposed Concrete Finishes, Repairing Concrete, Formwork, Precast Concrete, Concrete Roads, and Industrial Floors.

Project managers and owners will find this reference a valuable guide to concrete both in terms of its applications in construction projects and the science and chemistry of concrete for its own sake.

Fundamentals of Concrete Chemistry

Handy at your figure tip calculations

Tips for working with all types of concretes

Covers Roads, floors, and finishes

Principles of Precast, Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete

Whether or not, you are on the job site or back in the office, this book will help you to avoid mistakes, code violations, and wasted time and money. The book''s four part treatment begins with constituent materials followed by self contained parts on Concrete Properties, Processes, and Concrete Repair and Rehabilitation.Designed to be an "all in one" reference, the author includes a wealth information for the most popular types of testing. This includes: Analysis of Fresh Concrete; Testing Machines; Accelerated Testing Methods; Analysis of Hardened Concrete and Mortar; Core Sampling and Testing; Assessment of Concrete Construction ; Repair; Quality Concepts; Quality Control; Statistics; Standards, Specifications, and Codes of Practice. With this book in hand, construction engineers and even technicians find valuable information regarding Exposed Concrete Finishes, Repairing Concrete, Formwork, Precast Concrete, Concrete Roads, and Industrial Floors.Project managers and owners will find this reference a valuable guide to concrete both in terms of its applications in construction projects and the science and chemistry of concrete for its own sake.- Fundamentals of Concrete Chemistry- Handy at your figure tip calculations- Tips for working with all types of concretes- Covers Roads, floors, and finishes- Principles of Precast, Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete

Millions of homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, which poses a serious hazard to children under the age of 6. Construction Worksite Compliance Guide answers the most common questions about the requirements as mandated by the EPA's Renovate, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule and OSHA regulation 29CFR 1926.62. Packed with checklists, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step-by-step approach to determining job requirements and cost, assigning environmental responsibility to all parties, answering environmental questions, and conducting comprehensive worksite audits in the pre-bid phase of a renovation project.

Thirty minute video clip discussing the latest detection and inspection techniques Quick Tips for identifying, abating and disposing of lead Guide to understanding and complying with OSHA and EPA regulations Case histories, examples of work-related situations based on 30 years of experience

While it would appear that contractors are not affected by the liabilities of the work of others, it is important that they understand the documentation that establishes culpability and the terms of restitution. A "boots on the ground" approach to the pre and post construction inspections as well as all activities in between, Construction Worksite Compliance Guide: Mold provides expert time saving tips to ensure that the job is done right the first time and according to state and Federal regulation. In this book, Woodson shares over 30 years of real-world experience for planning and monitoring the daily work activities on mold contaminated worksites. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for monitoring workers who are performing the activities specified in a mold abatement work plans.

Expert advice for avoiding liabilities of the work of others Packed with checklists, tables, and "quick lookup" materials Tips for conducting pre and post worksite inspections Step by step approach to planning and monitoring the daily worksite activities

Disturbing asbestos materials during construction is a serious hazard that all contractors may encounter. Because of the insidious nature of the material as a health hazard, EPA regulations require that even when a structure is to be completely demolished, asbestos (and all other hazardous materials) must be removed by a qualified contractor prior to general demolition. A construction contractor contemplating abatement work needs to ascertain regulatory applicability under one of the following: OSHA-approved state program, Federal OSHA regulations (applicable to the private sector and certain federal employees) or OSHA-approved.

Construction Worksite Compliance Guide to Asbestos provides the contractors, building owners and inspectors with the current best management practices for asbestos removal and disposal methods. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for identifying asbestos, complying with OSHA and EPA regulations as well as the safe disposal of asbestos.

Ascertain the presence of asbestos through testing Prepare the abatement plan Submit the plan to the state, EPA or local municipality having jurisdiction Proper Waste Disposal techniques Scope of work

Disturbing asbestos materials during construction is a serious hazard that all contractors may encounter. Because of the insidious nature of the material as a health hazard, EPA regulations require that even when a structure is to be completely demolished, asbestos (and all other hazardous materials) must be removed by a qualified contractor prior to general demolition. A construction contractor contemplating abatement work needs to ascertain regulatory applicability under one of the following: OSHA-approved state program, Federal OSHA regulations (applicable to the private sector and certain federal employees) or OSHA-approved.Construction Worksite Compliance Guide to Asbestos provides the contractors, building owners and inspectors with the current best management practices for asbestos removal and disposal methods. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for identifying asbestos, complying with OSHA and EPA regulations as well as the safe disposal of asbestos.- Ascertain the presence of asbestos through testing- Prepare the abatement plan- Submit the plan to the state, EPA or local municipality having jurisdiction- Proper Waste Disposal techniques- Scope of work

While it would appear that contractors are not affected by the liabilities of the work of others, it is important that they understand the documentation that establishes culpability and the terms of restitution. A "boots on the ground" approach to the pre and post construction inspections as well as all activities in between, Construction Worksite Compliance Guide: Mold provides expert time saving tips to ensure that the job is done right the first time and according to state and Federal regulation. In this book, Woodson shares over 30 years of real-world experience for planning and monitoring the daily work activities on mold contaminated worksites. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for monitoring workers who are performing the activities specified in a mold abatement work plans.- Expert advice for avoiding liabilities of the work of others- Packed with checklists, tables, and "quick lookup" materials- Tips for conducting pre and post worksite inspections- Step by step approach to planning and monitoring the daily worksite activities

Millions of homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, which poses a serious hazard to children under the age of 6. Construction Worksite Compliance Guide answers the most common questions about the requirements as mandated by the EPA''s Renovate, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule and OSHA regulation 29CFR 1926.62. Packed with checklists, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step-by-step approach to determining job requirements and cost, assigning environmental responsibility to all parties, answering environmental questions, and conducting comprehensive worksite audits in the pre-bid phase of a renovation project.- Thirty minute video clip discussing the latest detection and inspection techniques- Quick Tips for identifying, abating and disposing of lead- Guide to understanding and complying with OSHA and EPA regulations- Case histories, examples of work-related situations based on 30 years of experience

This complete handbook is the perfect guide for anyone who wants to buy or install a small-scale irrigation system for the lawn, garden, or backyard. Covers everything from sprinklers and soaker hoses to overhead irrigation and gravity distribution systems.