Description

Plumbing Design and Installation provides comprehensive coverage of the design, installation, testing, and repair of plumbing systems in residential and commercial structures. A chapter on sustainable plumbing features plumbing practices and equipment that contribute to water and energy effi ciency. Emphasis is placed on design and sizing of plumbing systems, safety, tools and materials, and ADA plumbing installation requirements.

Installation and repair techniques are incorporated throughout the textbook. Sample licensing exams are provided to help prepare for plumber's licensing exams. A total of 150 sample licensing exam questions (50 questions in the textbook and 100 questions on the disc) review plumbing system design, installation, and maintenance topics.

CONTENTS

• The Plumbing Trade
• Job Site Safety
• Plumbing Math
• Plumbing Materials
• Plumbing Tools and Equipment
• Joining, Installing, and Supporting Pipe
• Sanitary Drainage, Vent, and Stormwater Drainage Piping
• Sizing Sanitary Drainage and Vent Piping
• Plumbing Traps
• Sizing Water Supply Piping
• Protecting the Potable Water Supply
• Plumbing Fixtures and Appliances
• Sustainable Plumbing
• Testing and Inspecting Plumbing Systems
• Customer Service and Plumbing System Repair
• Obtaining a Plumber’s License