Illustrated Guide to the International Plumbing & Fuel Gas Codes - Essential Reference for Contractors, Inspectors & DIY Home Improvement Projects

Packed with plumbing isometrics and helpful illustrations, this guide makes clear the code requirements for installing materials for plumbing and fuel gas systems. Includes code tables for pipe sizing and fixture units, and code requirements for just about all areas of plumbing, from water supply and vents to sanitary drainage systems.

Covers the principles and terminology of the code, how the various systems work and are regulated, and code-compliance issues you'll likely encounter on the job. Includes self-test questions for studying the plumber's exam, and tells you where to look in the code for the details.