Code Check Commercial: An Illustrated Guide to Commercial Building Codes

Code Check Commercial is your essential field guide for addressing code issues frequently encountered in the construction of a wide range of commercial spaces, including retail stores, offices, warehouses, health services facilities, schools, service stations, hotels, restaurants, apartments, and condos.

This comprehensive reference simplifies the complexities of building codes, making it an indispensable tool for architects, contractors, builders, and inspectors.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a newcomer to commercial construction, Code Check Commercial equips you with the knowledge you need to navigate complex building codes confidently and effectively.

Key Features:

• Illustrated Guidance: Utilizing clear language and informative diagrams, Code Check Commercial offers a user-friendly approach to understanding the 2009 International and Uniform Codes, as well as the 2009 National Electrical Code. The book's visual aids help you quickly grasp essential code requirements and safety principles.
• Quick Reference Format: The spiral-bound design ensures that this guide lies flat for easy access while you work on-site. Durable laminated pages are designed to withstand the rigors of construction environments, making it perfect for rapid consultations and field use.
• Emphasis on Safety: The Code Check series prioritizes safety principles at the core of building codes, empowering you to make informed decisions that ensure compliance and protect both workers and occupants.

Redwood Kardon, who devised and wrote the first Code Check, is a former electrician and building inspector for the city of Oakland, CA. Coauthor Douglas Hansen is a general contractor and certified combination inspector with over 25 years of field experience. Skip Walker is a certified residential combination inspector, with a particular interest in smoke alarm performance issues and deck safety. The authors present seminars and classes nationwide on a wide variety of building topics. Paddy Morrissey, former senior illustrator of CornerHardware.com, has been the sole illustrator for the CodeCheck series since its inception.