Code Check Books
Laminated Spiral Bound Code Check Guides to Building Codes, Residential Codes, Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC Codes

The Code Check Series Provides Hundreds of Code Facts at your Fingertips to Build It Right the First Time

With over 300,000 copies sold, the Code Check Series is a handy reference that provides comprehensive information on the most up-to-date codes. The convenient size of these books and their durable, laminated, spiral-bound format enable them to withstand job-site use, with information clearly presented in hundreds of line drawings and tables. Compiled by three certified experts with over 55 years combined experience, the Code Check Series is endorsed by the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO).

"An indispensable guide for homeowners, do-it-yourselfers,
and every building professional." -San Francisco Chronicle

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Latest Code Check Books

Code Check Complete - 2nd Edition
Updated to the Latest Building, HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical Codes
Code Check Complete - 2nd Edition

Want all of the latest building, plumbing, HVAC and electrical code information at your fingertips? They're all included in Code Check Complete. Finding code facts is a cinch with the easy-to-access, crystal-clear, illustrated format that makes Taunton's Code Check series the choice of reference for thousands of builders, inspectors, and do-it-yourself homeowners across the country. Designed to work hard for you, Code Check Complete has a tough outer case and lay-flat spiral binding perfectly suited to the job site or the desktop. Detailed cross-referencing and 400-plus drawings address all of your code questions with up-to-date answers.

Code Check - 6th Edition

Updated to the 2009 International Codes
Now you can gain access to the most up-to-date changes in the 2009 International Residential Code with the newly revised sixth edition of Code Check: An Illustrated Guide to Building a Safe House. Designed to emphasize the central life-safety principles that underscore building codes throughout the United States, this updated sixth edition of the essential Code Check guide provides all the information that builders need to avoid the most common code violations. Featuring laminated pages and a spiral-bound spine that lies flat, this reliable reference reflects the most up-to-date changes in the current International Residential Code. Covering foundations, framing, plumbing, wiring, interior and exterior walls, fireplaces, and chimneys, the flipbook is also cross-referenced to the Uniform Plumbing Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, and the National Electrical Code. This tough-as-nails new edition belongs on every job site

Code Check Building - 3rd Edition
Updated to the 2009 International Codes
An invaluable resource, trusted by builders, remodelers, and inspectors. The most up-to-date information is presented in Code Check's trademark straightforward style, and explained with unique illustrations. Designed to withstand the jobsite, Code Check Building has durable laminated pages and spiral binding. Toss it in the truck, fasten it to your clipboard, or make room in the tool box - just be sure to keep it within reach - you'll need it.

Code Check Commercial
Brand New Guide to Commercial Building Codes Updated to 2009 Codes
An invaluable resource, trusted by builders, remodelers, and inspectors. The most up-to-date information is presented in Code Check's trademark straightforward style, and explained with unique illustrations. Designed to withstand the jobsite, Code Check Building has durable laminated pages and spiral binding. Toss it in the truck, fasten it to your clipboard, or make room in the tool box - just be sure to keep it within reach - you'll need it.

Code Check for California
The Best Code Check Reference for California Codes!
For California builders, remodelers, and inspectors in the state of California, here are the most up-to-date changes in the California 2007 Building Code, which took affect on January 1, 2008. In clear, straightforward language, reinforced by useful illustrations, this valuable manual gives you everything you need to meet California's strict code requirements. So you can make sure every detail is right the first time -- to save time and money on every job. With durable spiral binding and laminated pages, this user-friendly flip chart is up to the rigorous demands of any work site -- and all kinds of weather.

Code Check Building for California
The Best Code Check Reference for California Building Codes!
Code Check Building California: An Illustrated Guide to the Building Codes, emphasizes life-safety principles underlying building codes for California. Using clear language and helpful diagrams, this edition reflects the most up-to-date changes in the International Residential Code. The spiral-bound Code Check series is endorsed by the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO). With durable laminated pages, it is designed to be used on-site for quick reference.

Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical - 4th Edition
Updated to the Latest International Plumbing & Mechanical Codes
Completely up-to-date with current code requirements, Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical is an invaluable guide to have on the job site! Referenced to the International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code, it provides answers to hundreds of common plumbing-code questions. Completely up-to-date with current code requirements, Code Check Plumbing is an invaluable guide to have on the job site! Referenced to the International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanic Code, it provides answers to hundreds of common plumbing-code questions.

Code Check Electrical - 6th Edition - 2011 NEC
Laminated Quick Reference Guide Completely Updated to the 2011 National Electrical Code Requirements
Here's a convenient, quick-reference guide to current electrical code, designed for on-site use. Completely Updated to the 2011 National Electrical Code. You'll find everything you need to wire a house right the first time -- all collected in a user-friendly flip chart with durable spiral binding and laminated pages.

Code Check HVAC - 2nd Edition

Quick Reference to Codes Affecting HVAC Installations
A quick reference to the international mechanical codes, Code Check HVAC provides comprehensive information on essential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning codes and outlines the principles behind them. Its durable, laminated pages and flipchart format make it a perfect job-site resource. Updated to the current versions (as of 2005) of the Uniform Mechanical / NFPA Code and International Residential Code, Code Check HVAC was compiled by certified inspectors with 54 years combined experience.

Code Check Code Reference Series - Older Code Check Editions

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Code Check Complete
Updated to the 2006 International Codes

Comprehensive Reference Guide to all of the latest building, plumbing, HVAC and electrical code information at your fingertips. They're all included in Code Check Complete. Finding code facts is a cinch with the easy-to-access, crystal-clear, illustrated format that makes Taunton's Code Check series the choice of reference for thousands of builders, inspectors, and do-it-yourself homeowners across the country. Designed to work hard for you, Code Check Complete has a tough outer case and lay-flat spiral binding perfectly suited to the job site or the desktop. Detailed cross-referencing and 400-plus drawings address all of your code questions with up-to-date answers.

Code Check Building - Updated to 2003 IRC / IBC

Updated to the 2003 International Codes
Condensed guide to commonly cited code violations in the construction of one- and two-family dwellings. Building codes and code-authoring organizations throughout the country are undergoing major transformations. Code Check Building emphasizes the life safety principles at the heart of these building codes. Code Check Building outlines the principles behind the codes and provides information on the code requirements for foundations, framing, exterior and interior walls, fireplaces, and chimneys. It is cross-referenced to the 2003 International Residential Code.

Code Check Building - 2nd Edition
Updated to the 2006 International Codes
An invaluable resource, trusted by builders, remodelers, and inspectors. The most up-to-date information is presented in Code Check's trademark straightforward style, and explained with unique illustrations. Designed to withstand the jobsite, Code Check Building has durable laminated pages and spiral binding. Toss it in the truck, fasten it to your clipboard, or make room in the tool box - just be sure to keep it within reach - you'll need it.

Code Check - 5th Edition

Updated to the 2006 International Codes
An Illustrated Guide to Building a Safe House, 5th Edition, emphasizes safety principles underlying building codes. Using clear language and helpful diagrams, this edition reflects the most up-to-date changes in the 2006 International Residential Code. It is also cross-referenced to the Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code and the National Electrical Code. The spiral-bound "Code Check" series is endorsed by the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO). With durable laminated pages, it is designed to be used on-site for quick reference

Code Check - 4th Edition

Updated to the 2003 International Codes
The essential original. Six hundred of the most common building-code questions answered. Contains residential construction-code information gathered from more than 2,500 pages of major model U.S. building, plumbing, and electrical codes. Completely updated to current International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and National Electrical Code. This conveniently sized, spiral-bound book is specifically designed to be used on site for quick reference. The durable laminated pages withstand abuse on the job site. Easy-to-use flip chart format summarizes national code specifications.

Code Check Electrical - 5th Edition
Laminated Quick Reference Guide Completely Updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code Requirements
Here's a convenient, quick-reference guide to current electrical code, designed for on-site use. Completely Updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code. You'll find everything you need to wire a house right the first time -- all collected in a user-friendly flip chart with durable spiral binding and laminated pages.

Code Check Electrical - 4th Edition

Updated to the 2005 National Electrical Code
Hundreds of electrical-code facts at your fingertips. Contains references to both the 2005 NEC and 2002 versions of the National Electrical Code (NEC). Compiled by a Certified Combination Building Inspectors, Code Check: Electrical outlines the principles behind electrical codes and provides streamlined but comprehensive information on electrical code requirements. It’s cross-referenced to the current National Electric Code, which is updated every three years, mandating the revision of Code Check: Electrical.

Code Check Plumbing - 3rd Edition
Updated to the 2006 International Codes
Completely up-to-date with current code requirements, Code Check Plumbing is an invaluable guide to have on the job site! Referenced to the International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanic Code, it provides answers to hundreds of common plumbing-code questions. Completely up-to-date with current code requirements, Code Check Plumbing is an invaluable guide to have on the job site! Referenced to the International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanic Code, it provides answers to hundreds of common plumbing-code questions.

Code Check Plumbing - 2nd Edition

Updated to the 2003 International Residential Code
Illustrated guide to the most common code questions in plumbing of single-family and two-family dwellings. This book emphasizes the basic safety principles that are at the heart of these codes. The basic codes used in Code Check Plumbing are the 2003 International Residential Code® and the 2000 Uniform Plumbing Code. Most of the United States will be using one or the other of these codes through 2005. A few additional code references are needed for energy issues and related building and electrical requirements pertaining to plumbing.

Taunton's House Check

Quickly Diagnose Problems With Your Home
House Check is designed to help you learn what your house is saying to you. With this guide, you can quickly figure out quickly what's causing those odd symptoms and what, in a nutshell, you should do to set things right. The information in its charts is based on thousands of houses we've observed, from Vermont to California. Some house ailments are elusive, even for the pros. If one explanation doesn't pan out, try another. We hope this book works hard for you, but there's no way that it could contain each symptom you might encounter, or state absolutely what the cause is or the remedy will be. Moreover, building codes vary widely, so consult local codes before starting any repairs.

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