code compliance

Podcast Episode 636: Attic Insulation, Slab Additions, and Code-Compliant Decks
Listeners write in about wonky doors and hacking water heaters and ask questions about insulating a four square’s attic, adding on to an existing foundation, and deck construction.
Codes for Crawlspaces
A variety of codes exist across the International Residential Code (IRC) that address crawlspaces differently from basements, but what actually distinguishes the two?
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Code-Compliant Egress for Finished Basements
Code expert Glenn Mathewson explains the IRC requirements for emergency escape and rescue openings in finished basements and gives an overview of BILCO's egress window well options.
What the Code Says about Interior Trim and Cabinetry
Though there are not many codes for trim carpenters to follow, some things require planning and attention in order to pass inspection.
Minimizing Concrete in a Slab-on-Grade Home
Whether your goal is to cut construction costs, minimize environmental impact, or both, there are practical ways to build a home with less concrete.
Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings
Learn how a sleeping room is legally defined and what sort of egress openings are mandated by building codes.
Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes
Avoid these common problems, and build a longer-lasting, safer deck.

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