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A
Builder's Guide to Wells & Septic Systems
Updated Professional Reference
to Wells & Septic Systems
Builder's Guide to Wells and Septic Systems provides both novice
contractors and contractors who regularly deal with installations of
wells and septic systems on rural properties with the critical
information needed for successful construction and installation.
Master plumber R. Dodge Woodson, who, in addition to working with
wells and septic systems, has built numerous homes served by wells
and septic systems. |
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Audel
HVAC Fundamentals Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers
Complete Pocket
Reference Guide for HVAC Technicians
HVAC answers when you need them. When you need to check
specs, confirm measurements, or make a quick metric conversion on
the job, find the answers quickly and easily—right in your pocket |
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Audel
HVAC Fundamentals Volume 2: Heating Systems Components, Gas and Oil
Burners, and Automatic Controls
Comprehensive
Information on Heating System Components
Whether you’re an apprentice or a veteran HVAC technician,
you know that technology changes and you need to keep up. This fully
revised guidebook covers everything you need to know to install,
maintain, and repair the components that run, regulate, and fuel
both old and new systems. From oil burners and steam line controls
to the newest chip-based technology and environmental regulations,
Volume 2 helps you keep the heat on. |
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Audel
Pipefitter's and Welder's Pocket Reference
Complete Pocket Manual
for Pipefitters and Welders With Answer To Every Question You'll
Encounter On The Job
This little book is big on answers. Whether you’re an
apprentice in the piping trades or a seasoned tradesperson, you’ll
find this completely revised and updated guide has answers to the
questions you’ll encounter on the job. |
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Audel
Plumbers Pocket Manual
Complete Reference
Manual Provides All The Plumbing Essentials At Your Fingertips
Here’s the real plumber’s friend. This fully revised guide
gives you plumbing essentials, illustrations, tips, shortcuts – the
lowdown on brazing, soldering, pipe fittings, commercial water
coolers, automatic bathroom systems, and more |
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Audel
Pumps & Hydraulics
Complete Reference Guide
to Pumps and Hydraulic Systems
Pumps and hydraulic equipment are now used in more facets
of industry than ever before. Whether you are a pump operator or you
encounter pumps and hydraulic systems through your work in another
skilled trade, a basic knowledge of the practical features,
principles, installation, and maintenance of such systems is
essential. |
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BendCalc Pipe Bending Calculator
With BendCalc, Pipe
Bending Layout is Easier Than Ever
The distance between bends is quickly and easily determined
for both saddles and offsets. Shrink amount for both saddles and
offsets is just as easily found. Bendcalc is great for both
beginning and expert pipe benders. With Bendcalc there is no need to
learn the first thing about trigonometry. There is no need for
multipliers or cosecants. Just dial in the bend angle (any angle
between 10 and 60 degrees). Bendcalc will then give you the exact
distance between bends or shrink amount for any depth of offset or
saddle using that bend angle you are likely to want. Bendcalc works
with any kind of pipe bender. |
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Blueprint Reading and Drafting
for Plumbers
Learn to Read and Interpret
Plumbing Blueprints
Proper interpretation of print drawings requires an individual to
possess fundamental knowledge of drafting techniques. This book
fosters an understanding of the complex process of accurately
creating and reading shop drawings and blueprints; a vital component
for increasing productivity and minimizing costly installation
errors. Emphasis is given to the importance of project documents,
design intent, and material organization necessary for creating
print drawings that can expedite installations on the job. Code
data, sizing criteria, and mathematics coverage help enhance the
communication process between a designer and installer.
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Blueprint
Reading for Plumbers: Residential and Commercial
This one-of-a-kind text develops the ability to interpret trade
blueprints and to plan the installation of the required plumbing.
All content in this edition has been updated to the latest code,
pipe and fitting materials, and fixture design. The text is divided
into four concise sections, covering the types of piping drawings
which a plumber must be able to interpret, the principles and
applications of isometric sketching, and mastering the reading of
trade blueprints; the final section discusses the special problems
encountered in commercial plumbing installations, with a full set of
blueprints of an actual two-story commercial building for student
application. This book should be of interest to post-secondary
vocational plumbing students. |
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Complete
Guide to Home Plumbing
Complete Do-It-Yourself Guide to Every Type
of Plumbing Repair and Installation.
Do-it-yourself plumbing can save homeowners more money than almost
any other type of home improvement. All it takes is the information
and skills you can learn from this third edition of The
Complete Guide to Home Plumbing. Virtually every type of
plumbing repair and installation is included, from the very simple
(stopping a leaky faucet) to the most complex (removing old plumbing
pipes and installing a new system). Now with nearly 120 step-by-step
projects, this is the only plumbing book you will ever need |
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Complete
Plumbing (Stanley Complete)
Complete Plumbing For Homeowners and
Do-It-Yourselfers!
Become your own plumbing
apprentice with Meredith Book's, Complete Plumbing. Showing you
quick and simple ways for common plumbing repairs and maintenance
problems in your home, this book is your ultimate guide to
step-by-step plumbing. Gain confidence in completing your own
plumbing tasks at home while saving money from the expenses of
contractors. |
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DeWalt Plumbing Professional Reference
The DEWALT
Plumbing Professional Reference is a compact yet powerful
resource tool for anyone working with plumbing systems. This book
covers everything you need including how to size pipe and fittings,
calculate water demand, find installation requirements and
specifications, design and install drainage and sewer systems, size
hot water heaters and pumps, review excavating guidelines to help
get the job done right. The DEWALT®
Plumbing Professional Reference is an essential resource for anyone
working with plumbing systems. It covers everything users need to
calculate water demand, find installation requirements, size pipes,
size pumps, design drainage systems, and much more. Helpful
troubleshooting guides, charts, tables, and graphs assist visually
oriented users in getting the job done right the first time. |
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Gas Installation Technology
The Definitive Text for Learning Gas Installation Methods and
Techniques
The second edition of Gas Installation Technology continues to
provide a definitive text for students taking gas installation and
plumbing courses, and a useful reference for operatives renewing
their gas competences. Brought fully up to date to comply with the
latest regulations and best practices, it covers domestic,
commercial and LPG installations, and provides essential information
in a concise, readable, colorful and highly illustrated format. |
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Handy
Guide to Home Plumbing: Black & Decker - Spiral Bound
Spiral-Bound Guide to Installing, Repairing and
Replacing Common Plumbing Fixtures & Components
Save thousands in plumbing remodeling costs. Complete information on
planning and installing new plumbing. Techniques and tips for new plumbing
materials like PEX pipe and air admittance valves. Comprehensive guide to
repairing and replacing all common pipe and fixture types. Step by step
guidance to help you install water heaters, toilets, dishwashers, water
purifiers, island sinks, and much more. |
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Home Plumbing Handbook
Complete Do-It-Yourself Guide to Fixing
Common Plumbing Problems
Do you want to stop that leaky
faucet? Or fix that toilet that won’t stop running? How about that
dripping showerhead? Do you want to replace that pink toilet in the
master bath, or that mauve sink in the guest bath? Don’t want to
call a high-priced professional to solve your plumbing woes? Better
yet, what if you could anticipate, diagnose, and repair plumbing
problems before water leaks all over your house? This book can show
you how! This book covers all of the major problem areas: toilets,
bathtubs, showers, dishwashers, hot water heaters and more. |
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Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters
Master The Math Required
Everyday In Plumbing and Pipefitting
Fully updated for optimal learning, Mathematics for Plumbers and
Pipefitters, 7E remains a trusted resource for essential math concepts in
the plumbing and pipefitting trades. With an emphasis on real-world examples
that will prepare readers to successfully transfer their knowledge to
on-the-job situations, this book utilizes the most currently used fitting
materials to demonstrate key concepts. Simplified, clear explanations and a
straightforward approach, combined with new units on changes of state,
pressure and heat, and mechanical advantage, make this an ideal tool for
anyone entering the field. |
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Miller's Guide to Home Plumbing
Terrific Plumbing
Guide For Homeowners and
Do-It-Yourselfers!
Written by authors of McGraw-Hill's popular Carpentry &
Construction, Fourth Edition, this new, dollar-saving series is
great for do-it-yourselfers, weekend repairmen and home owners, as
well as seasoned pros who want to stay on top of the latest methods,
materials, equipment and code requirements. Organized according to
the actual stages of construction, these titles detail everything
needed to successfully plan, manage, and complete a job. All are
heavily illustrated and contain valuable tip-boxes throughout. |
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Moving Water Through Pumps and Pipes for HPAC
Bringing
together the essential doctrines of good practice, design data, code
principles and problem solving, this book serves as a concise
reference for everyday use by designers, contractors, engineers and
even students. Subjects include general hydraulics, pump and cooling
tower selection, sizing pipe and fittings, bending pipe and
calculating offsets. A basic guide to effectively move fluids. |
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Planning Drain Waste & Vent
Systems
How to design plumbing systems in
residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Covers designing systems
that meet code requirements for homes, commercial buildings, private sewage
disposal systems, and even mobile home parks. Includes relevant code
sections and many illustrations to guide you though what the code requires
in designing drainage, waste, and vent systems. 192
pages, 8-1/2 x 11 |
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Plumber's and Pipe Fitter's Calculations Manual
Ready-to-Run Solutions for Plumbing and
Pipefitting Instant results
Packed with charts and tables that allow readers to quickly look up
time-saving answers, this handy tool is a ready source of commonly
used calculations, formulas, and, best of all, solutions. NEW
Full coverage of estimating takeoffs, Job-simplifying Fast Code
Facts and Sensible Shortcut tip boxes. For designing and estimating
projects, this manual will prove to be invaluable. -
A great productivity
booster, it will assist in delivering prompt, on-target, and
even on-the-spot estimates |
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Plumber's Handbook Revised
Learn What
Methods Will and Won't Pass Inspection in Plumbing & Drainage
Systems
New edition shows what will & won't
pass inspection in drainage, vent, and waste piping, septic tanks,
water supply, graywater recycling systems, pools and spas, fire
protection, and gas piping systems. Completely updated to comply
with 2006 edition of the
International Plumbing Code (IPC) that is the standard for most
cities and code jurisdictions. New tables, illustrations and
chapters bring this book current with recent amendments to the
plumbing codes. All tables, standards, and specifications are
completely up-to-date with recent plumbing code changes. Covers
common layouts for residential work, how to size piping, select and
hang fixtures, practical recommendations, and trade tips. |
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Plumber's Troubleshooting Guide
Money Saving Solutions to
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Problems
Now updated with the latest plumbing methods, the Second Edition of The
Plumber's Troubleshooting Guide shows you how to solve many residential and
commercial plumbing problems. From servicing toilets, sinks, and showers to
repairing specialty fixtures, this hands-on resource uses numerous
photographs, line drawings, and charts to illustrate the easiest, most
effective troubleshooting techniques-presenting details on new equipment,
materials, and working procedures. Filled with tip boxes, bullet lists, and
handy tables to clarify all methods. |
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Plumbing
101
Terrific Practical Guide for First-Year Plumbing
Students
Written by contractors for contractors, their employees, and first-year
plumbing students, Plumbing 101, 5E delivers the practical, on-the-job
information needed to meet the workforce training needs of the industry.
Developed in partnership with the PHCC Educational Foundation Plumbing
Apprentice and Journeyman Training Committee. A team experts including
contractors, teachers and code experts developed the curriculum to provide
an industry-oriented approach. Writers with a background in the trade and
teaching produced the content. Fundamental industry topics including safety
on the job, basic fixtures & appliances, piping and sewage disposal are
covered along with related math and science concepts. |
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Plumbing
201
Second Installment in the 4-Part Plumbing Training
Series
Plumbing 201, 5E builds upon the fundamentals covered in Plumbing 101, 5E.
This product offers an introduction to piping materials, sources,
distribution for potable water, water pipe sizing, cross-connection
protection, and water heaters. Coverage then progresses to sewage disposal,
drainage fixture units, building drains, and stacks. The revised 5th edition
features all-new code and safety sidebars to emphasize key code and safety
information throughout the book. Using a clear, straightforward writing
style and realistic examples that encourage readers to apply what they
learn, this book is a proven resource for anyone entering or working in the
plumbing industry. |
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Plumbing
301
Designed For The Third-Year Plumbing Apprentice
Plumbing 301 uses a straightforward, clear writing style and the most
current plumbing and gas code references to deliver the "need-to-know"
information for both commercial and residential plumbers. Coverage begins
with basic installation practices, and progresses to include blueprint
reading, the National Fuel Gas Code, surveying instruments, and special
chapters devoted to connections to the math and science of plumbing.
Discussions of water heaters, water treatment, trench safety, and electrical
controls and wiring have been added to round out the thorough coverage. With
two chapters on preplanning and electrical controls, this book will give
readers the tools they need to be successful as they continue their journey
into the plumbing industry. |
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Plumbing
401
Designed For The Fourth-Year Plumbing Apprentice
Plumbing 401 uses a clear, easy-to-read writing style to provide a thorough
understanding of practical plumbing installations and national plumbing
codes. Coverage spans residential, commercial, industrial and institutional
arenas, and includes important topics such as service and repair, blueprint
reading, installation practices, heating systems, and related science and
plumbing codes. Practical in its approach, with an emphasis on both safety
and the latest plumbing technology, this guidebook will prove to be a
valuable resource for apprentice and licensed plumbers alike. |
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Plumbing
Complete: Basic to Advanced Plumbing
Basic to Advanced Plumbing for over 200 Home
Projects
easy-to-access, comprehensive step-by-step reference on home plumbing
offering authoritative, reliable information that enables the reader to
tackle any DIY plumbing project with confidence. This volume is a
comprehensive, authoritative, and easy to use reference for homeowners
covering all home plumbing situations from the most basic to advanced. The
only projects not covered are those that should be left to professionals.
This highly visual book focuses on real world situations faced by homeowners
and offers real world advice, including how to deal with the inevitable
things that can go wrong. What is unique about this plumbing guide is that
it is easy to find the project and the information on how to tackle it.
Intuitive finding devices and visual tables of contents make it easy to
identify the material in the book relevant to the readers situation. |
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Plumbing Design and Installation
Comprehensive Plumbing Text
Used By Apprentices and Plumbing Students
Plumbing Design and Installation
is a comprehensive text used by apprentices and plumbing students to
develop basic competencies. The text thoroughly describes how to
design, install, and test plumbing systems in residential and
commercial settings. Topics covered include safety, tools and
materials, common joints, and common plumbing systems
Workbook, Answer Key
and Instructors Resource Guide Also Available |
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Plumbing
Do-It-Yourself For Dummies
Step-By-Step
Guide to Household Plumbing Repairs and Plumbing Projects
Want to
save time, money, and frustration on plumbing repair and
replacement? Do it yourself! Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies
turns even the most daunting household plumbing project into a
simple, step-by-step process that delivers professional-quality
results at a fraction of what you'd have to pay a plumber—and you
won't have to wait weeks for an appointment. From fixing leaks
and drips to caulking a tub or shower, to replacing a faucet, you'll
discover how to tackle 40 of the most common plumbing jobs in your
home. Easy-to-follow, detailed instructions and hundreds of photos
and illustrations guide you through each task. And, you'll even
discover what surprises to expect and how to prepare for them |
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Plumbing
Encyclopedia
Updated in November 2008 to include
the latest information and drawings. The coverage is most comprehensive with
an easy-to-read layout and a wealth of drawings from a wide variety of
sources. This book is surely a must for any plumbing staff room. |
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Plumbing Instant
Answers
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. |
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Plumbing
Technology: Design and Installation
Prepare for a Career in the
Residential or Commercial Plumbing Field
Updated to reflect the very latest
advancements in the plumbing industry. Plumbing Technology: Design and
Installation, 4E has also been restructured to begin with instruction on the
major, introductory concepts, and then progressing to more specific,
advanced lessons, allowing readers a complete and thorough understanding of
the material. This edition includes coverage of the very latest products,
tools, codes, and drain cleaning equipment that have had a remarkable impact
on the plumbing industry and how plumbers work successfully. The latest
water heater technology, such as Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant heaters,
DWV system segments and sizing, new safety regulations, and all relevant
code changes are also addressed. |
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Radiant
Floor Heating - Second Edition
A Practical Guide to 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. |
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Residential Construction Academy - Plumbing
Learn Residential Plumbing
Systems & Installation From The Ground Up
Residential Construction
Academy Plumbing provides a step-by-step approach to residential plumbing
installations. Focusing on the new residential construction industry, the
author thoroughly explains the process of installing residential plumbing
systems by exploring topics such as tools of the trade and proper safety
measures and by offering various tips to increase productivity on-the-job.
Logically organized to build a foundation of knowledge, the text progresses
from the installation of common fixtures to troubleshooting techniques that
will aid apprentice and plumber alike. An emphasis on creative layout and
the importance of understanding code variations fosters an understanding of
plumbing system installation that is based on typical situations as well as
unique jobsite conditions. |
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Ultimate
Guide to Plumbing: Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Projects
Learn How To Handle Any Plumbing Problem
In The Home
Comprehensive how-to book that explains
the plumbing system from start to finish. It prepares the reader to handle
any plumbing task in the home. Readers find detailed background information
from an expert in the field plus scores of how-to projects, including
replacing a faucet washer, installing a water softener, and everything
in-between. Readers learn not only how to plan and complete each project,
but also how to spot and improve outdated or dangerous techniques and
materials in their home's plumbing system. The author emphasizes doing
things correctly, and all the projects use only code-compliant techniques. |
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Ultimate
Guide to Plumbing: 3rd Edition
Comprehensive How-To Plumbing Guide for
Do-It-Yourselfers
Ultimate Guide: Plumbing is an updated and expanded edition of Creative
Homeowner's comprehensive, best-selling plumbing how-to book. The most
up-to-date products and techniques are covered. For the how-to information,
strong emphasis is placed on doing things correctly, so all the projects use
only code-compliant techniques. It prepares the do-it-yourselfer to handle
any plumbing task in the home, from replacing a washer in a leaky faucet to
cutting and joining cast-iron vent pipes. The book also gives readers an
overview of a house's plumbing system, including supply, waste, and vent
piping, and explains the basic physics that keep everything working well. |
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Water
Wells & Septic Systems Handbook
The Definitive Guide to Water Well and Septic Systems
There is no other book available on this subject that is as current or
exhaustive including key elements required to install, inspect, maintain,
repair, and replace private water and sewage supplies. Laced throughout is
code commentary based on the most current International Code pertaining to
septic systems (International Private Sewage Disposal Code). Current
standards from the American Water Works will be offered including Water
Wells - A100-97 and Disinfection of Wells - C 654-97. There has never been a
mainstream book that includes this code and standards information. "Water
Wells and Septic Systems Handbook" is destined to be the most valuable book
available on the subject. |
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Water
Wells and Pumps
The Definitive Guide to Water Well and Septic Systems
There is no other book available on this subject that is as current or
exhaustive including key elements required to install, inspect, maintain,
repair, and replace private water and sewage supplies. Laced throughout is
code commentary based on the most current International Code pertaining to
septic systems (International Private Sewage Disposal Code). Current
standards from the American Water Works will be offered including Water
Wells - A100-97 and Disinfection of Wells - C 654-97. There has never been a
mainstream book that includes this code and standards information. "Water
Wells and Septic Systems Handbook" is destined to be the most valuable book
available on the subject. |
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