Plumbing 401

Known for its wide-ranging presentation and broad coverage, the text showcases the application of basic principles in a variety of settings (residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional).

This edition uses full-color illustrations and photos that help students visualize the focal point of the topic. This greatly enhances the student’s ability to grasp key concepts and bring the topic to life.

The author uses an engaging, reader-friendly style to present even complex material in a conversational way that makes learning both enjoyable and effective.

The text includes abundant detail comparing and contrasting the ways different codes vary in relation to plumbing system installation and design.

The author goes to great detail to compare and contrast how the different codes vary on system installation and design.

Chapters have been restructured and significantly expanded to illustrate each plumbing fixture or concept in not only residential, but also commercial and industrial applications, providing a broader understanding across a wide variety of settings.

In addition to updating older code references to reflect current standards, the author has added Uniform Plumbing Code references to the series for additional context.

The Second Edition features updated and expanded information on many key topics, as well as four new chapters illustrating various code interpretations on water heater installations, steam traps, interceptors, fuel gas piping, and non-potable water systems.