Code Questions Archives - Page 8 of 16

Hardwired smoke alarms and small additions
January 28, 2022

Question regarding what the code is on smoke/CO alarms is on additions. As part of a minor addition to a 1950s home, my sparky says that he needs to install…
Car siding ceilings in new construction
January 25, 2022

I would like to do car siding on ceilings throughout most of first and second floors in a new construction. Attached pic is from current cottage. That was done directly…
(Stairs) Does the landing to entrance rise have to be the same as the step up to the landing
January 24, 2022

Located in Massachusetts. I want to frame something similar to the picture attached, from my garage up to mudroom. The distance from my garage up into the mudroom subfloor is…
re-use 2×6 for framing
January 5, 2022

This is a question about reusing 2X6's for joists, (12" O.C., 9'6" span) -The house I bought has a roofed and screened porch that was built probably 25-30 years ago. …
Running water from house to workshop
December 28, 2021

I’m planning a detached, backyard workshop/storage shed. It will be about 50’ from the house. I’d like it to include a utility sink, so i need to run a line…
attaching floor joist to Beam/Girder
December 13, 2021

Just a little background in why I'm asking, I am in the process of building my home, I have all my permits and getting my inspections done. Don't laugh at…
Gas appliance shut-off valve
December 8, 2021

New construction. The house is located in the county (i.e., not within city limits), which in this county means there are no plumbing inspections. For the last few years, new…
Need to meet code: Automotive lift and ceiling
October 23, 2021

Hello there, everyone!I hope this is posted in the correct spot. I purchased a house with a separategarage with a living space above and am now tasked with bringing it…
Failure to follow manufacturers instructions for housewrap
October 23, 2021

Recently, we hired a contractor to install new vinyl siding on our house in Connecticut. Included in the contract, new house wrap was to be installed first. The contractor failed…
NEC question: 20a switches in bathrooms?
October 21, 2021

I'm doing a gut remodel on a 1900's victorian. I had a licensed electrician do all the rough wiring and the panel. I'm installing all of the switches, outlets, and…

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