10 Best Plumbing & Home Automation Remodeling Books

Save money by making minor and major plumbing repairs and improvements yourself, with help from this complete home plumbing guide! * More than 800 photos * Detailed how-to diagrams * Learn how to skills , from fixing leaky faucets to soldering copper tubing like a pro * Save money and resources with “Green Solutions” * Install plumbing fixtures like sinks, faucets, bathtubs, showers, water softeners, lawns sprinklers, & much more * Learn how your home’s plumbing system works so that you can take action in an emergecy * Add value to your home by making plumbing fixture improvements This updated and expanded edition of Creative Homeowner’s comprehensive, bestselling plumbing how-to book covers the most up-to-date products and techniques. Strong emphasis in the how-to information is placed on doing things correctly, so all of the projects use only code-compliant techniques. Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, 4th Edition prepares the do-it-yourselfer to handle any plumbing task in the home, from replacing a washer in a leaky faucet to renovating a bathroom. It also gives an overview of a house’s plumbing system, including supply, waste, and vent piping, and explains the basic physics that keep everything working well. In addition to learning how to plan and complete each project, you’ll learn how to spot and improve outdated or dangerous techniques and materials in your home plumbing system.

“Perfect for a DIY novice, the user-friendly book provides you with the basic DIY skills and guidance to get the job done.” – Style Magazine Start doing your own household repairs and simple renovations without the expense of calling in a professional! * Complete beginner’s reference guide to household repairs and simple renovations * Learn basic DIY skills and get expert guidance to get the job done * Simple presentation for the DIY novice and first-time homeowners * Authors Jo Behari & Alison Winfield-Chislett are experienced DIY experts If you are frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home maintenance, you’ve come to the right place! Owning a home can be expensive. Throw maintenance costs into the mix and it’s enough to feel buried by cost after cost. Data from Buildfax states that home repairs have increased by thirty percent in just five years! Most Americans are not prepared for or expecting these types of additional costs. Being prepared can help homeowners save money and ease your financial burdens. This practical handbook was created to solve this very dilemma. Full of expert advice, Beginner’s Guide to DIY & Home Repair provides first-time homeowners and renters with the basic skills and guidance you need to get the job done. It features easy instructions for all the home DIY basics, from painting and wallpapering to simple plumbing, changing a lock, using power tools, fixing a squeaky board, and much more. The book was authored by an all-star home repair duo: Jo Behari is the founder of Home Jane?the UK’s first all-female home improvement and property maintenance company. She was a presenter on the British public-service television series Make, Do and Mend , and is currently the DIY expert columnist for House Beautiful magazine. Co-author Alison Winfield-Chislett is the founder of The Goodlife Centre, an independent teaching workshop in London that provides courses in DIY, home maintenance, decorating, upholstery, woodwork and carpentry, furniture upcycling and restoration, and various traditional hand crafts. With a degree in ceramics and glass from the Royal College of Art, Alison worked as a staff designer for Tiffany and was a senior designer for Asprey, the iconic British luxury jeweler. “Houses can be a daunting issue to the uninitiated and when undertaking repairs, you need to be confident of your decisions,” says Behari. “In this book, Alison and I will act as your DIY and home repair whisperers. You’ll feel empowered to take on your next home project!” This ultimate reference guide for the DIY novice offers help for anyone who has a busy working life but still wants to make their home look good without spending a fortune!

Learn to think like a design pro to get the bathroom you’ve always wanted! * Design a new bathroom that suits your space, your budget, and your lifestyle * Over 350 color photos help you visualize your project * Learn about the latest trends , products, and innovative ideas for the bath * Create your own showcase bathroom in today’s most popular styles * Plan every aspect of your project , from layout and design to fixtures, fittings, finishing materials, storage, lighting, and air quality * Narrow down your choices by discovering what works best for you Get the bathroom you’ve always wanted without making the types of mistakes that cost money or leave you less than thrilled with the result. Bathrooms, Revised & Updated 2nd Edition explains everything homeowners need to know about budgeting; hiring contractors; designing and working with space; selecting cabinetry and hardware; shopping for fixtures; choosing appropriate countertop, flooring, windows, and other finishing materials; and how to bring off all these elements together cohesively with style. Completely updated with the latest trends, products, and innovative ideas, this new edition offers a smart approach to bathroom design with a bright new layout and updated color photography.

BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Plumbing Updated 7th Edition is the most comprehensive, up-to-date book on achievable home plumbing projects for DIYers of all skill levels. From fixing a toilet to installing and plumbing a vanity sink or curbless shower, BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Plumbing Updated 7th Edition has the answer to any home plumbing problem you’re likely to have. Packed with clear color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions , the basics of home plumbing systems are clearly explained, and all of the most popular plumbing projects are shown with clear, color step-by-step photos. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to ensure that all information conforms to the most recent codes, including the 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code and the 2018 International Residential Code. Projects include: * Plumbing and tiling a curbless shower * Installing a jetted spa * Replacing a toilet * Installing a dishwasher and garbage disposer * Repairing faucets * Accessibility projects that meet Universal Design standards * Flooring * Wallcoverings * Lighting * Ventilation * Bathroom cabinetry Get those home projects you’ve been dreaming about accomplished and done right , with a little help from the experts at BLACK+DECKER.

The IPC provides minimum regulations for plumbing facilities in terms of both performance and prescriptive objectives, and provides for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials, and systems. Important changes include: Updated table for the Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures. Single-user toilet facilities (a room having a single water closet and a single lavatory) are not required to be labeled for use by only a male or female (separated use designations). Solar thermal water heating systems need to conform to the ICC 900/SRCC 300 standard. Well systems are required to comply with standard NGWA-01 where local requirements do not cover subject matter or are lacking in detail on others.

Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical outlines the key safety principles underlying the various plumbing and mechanical codes and provides information on the code requirements for all types of plumbing installations, including all supply, drain, and vent systems as well as heating and cooling. Using clear language to ensure compliance with codes at each stage of construction, this edition reflects the most up-to-date changes in the plumbing and mechanical codes. Tables and illustrations help to clarify the complex rules and numerous changes in the latest edition of the codes. Specific code changes are highlighted throughout the text and summarized at the end of the book. In Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical, 5th Edition, clear and concise text is paired with helpful tables to clarify the complicated rules and numerous changes in the latest (2018) editions of the plumbing and mechanical codes. Armed with this invaluable resource, builders, designers, inspectors, and everyone in between will be able to avoid the most common plumbing and mechanical code violations―saving time, money, and potential delays. Includes information on all types of plumbing and mechanical installations.

Explains mathematical calculations and technical methods for the pipe fitter and welder and provides relevant reference tables