A Codebook just for homeowners

[jar546]

Because there are different ones for contractors...........

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[mjesse]

My recollection is that the original CABO/IRC was intended to provide a layman all the tools to design and build his own home "to Code". (Span tables, et. al.)

Now?...forget it. The IRC is so massively overstuffed, average Joe's eyes roll back in his head when he sees the book.

I think there is a market for such a book. The ICC should jump in to grab some more cash.

mj

 

[brudgers]

My eyes roll back when I open it.

It's a total clstrfk as a code.

 

[Phil]

My eyes roll back when I open it. It's a total clstrfk as a code.

Brudgers,

The IRC or the Black and Decker Book?

 

[ICE]

Brudgers,The IRC or the Black and Decker Book?

The researchers for the Black and Decker book called Home Depot stores around the country....The researchers for the IRC called Lowe's.

 

[Architect1281]

Wandered through it as far as amazon would allow - Black & Decker Codes for Homeowners: Electrical Codes,Mechanical Codes,Plumbing Codes,Building Codes: Bruce A. Barker: 9781589234796: Amazon.com: Books

For the totally cluless homeowner whose cousin is a contractor it is far better than thier relativewould advise.

lots of placesw suggest that they call to ask the local regulators what is required.

Bad advice cause my thoery on that is >

NEVER ASK A BUILDING INSPECTOR WHAT THEY WANT!!!

Its like asking the used car salesman what they'll take for the car!!!