Common Code Problems

Description

Save time and money by passing code inspections the first time! Common Code Problems 2nd Edition, is an up-to-date guide that examines the significant safety code compliance elements for one- and two- family dwellings. From plumbing, mechanical and building guidelines to fuel gas and electrical installations, this book includes the critical code criteria, all based on the 2009 International Residential Code. With comprehensive coverage and a unique emphasis on the most essential inspection items, it is an ideal resource for building superintendents, city building safety offices, architects, and anyone seeking a guide to code inspections.

Lynn Underwood is a building code official for the city of Norfolk, Virginia. He has worked in the building safety profession and in building code development for 31 years. A Master Code Professional and Certified Building Official, he is fully certified in all aspects of construction by the International Code Council and sits on four national code development committees. Over the past 13 years, he has participated in developing significant changes in the codes and regularly testifies at ICC code hearings for or against proposed code changes. He is currently serving a three year term on the Board of Directors with the International Code Council. A past-president of the Virginia Building and Code Official's Association, Lynn has written five books on construction and inspection. The most recent is entitled DEWALT(R) IRC Code Reference. Other books recently published are IRC Compliance for Builders and Inspectors; Your Green Home; Homebuilding, Debt-Free; and Common Code Problems (first and second editions). He participated in the rewriting of the Building Department Administration book published by the ICC. In addition, he was a contributing author for Healthy and Safe Homes, published by the American Public Health Association in 2010. He also writes regularly for several national magazines, including Building Safety Journal and Fine Homebuilding. A graduate engineer, Lynn is a former home builder and a Class A licensed contractor in Virginia. He teaches construction and building code classes at the Virginia Building Code Academy (Advanced Instructor), Eastern Shore Community College, and Tidewater Community College, and has developed extensive educational and training curricula for construction and inspection programs.

1. Site Inspection. 2. Site Utility Installation Inspection. 3. Footing Inspection. 4. Foundation Wall Inspection. 5. Pre-Concrete Placement Inspection. 6. Floor Framing Inspection. 7. Wood Frame Shear Wall Inspection. 8. Rough Plumbing Installation Inspection. 9. Rough Mechanical Installation Inspection. 10. Rough Electrical Installation Inspection. 11. Final Frame Inspection (Pre-concealment). 12. Pre-insulation Inspection (Pre-concealment Pickup). 13. Insulation Installation and Energy Inspection. 14. Exterior Siding and Veneer Installation Inspection. 15. Roofing Installation Inspection. 16. Drywall Installation Inspection. 17. Site Work and Landscape Installation Inspection. 18. Final Inspections. 19. Certificate of Occupancy. Glossary of Construction Terms. Index.