--- product_id: 4815709 title: "Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 4th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes" price: "£45.05" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/4815709-code-check-plumbing-and-mechanical-4th-edition-an-illustrated-guide store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 4th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes **Price:** £45.05 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 4th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes - **How much does it cost?** £45.05 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/4815709-code-check-plumbing-and-mechanical-4th-edition-an-illustrated-guide) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 4th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes by Redwood Kardon is an essential reference for anyone involved in plumbing and mechanical work. This updated guide helps save time, money, and potential delays caused by code violations, making it a must-have for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. Key features: Comprehensive coverage of the latest residential plumbing and mechanical codes, cross-referenced to the International Residential Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, and Uniform Mechanical Code. Designed for quick on-site referencing, with durable laminated pages and a practical spiral binding. Over 100 detailed illustrations that simplify complex rules and clarify numerous code changes. Clear, concise language that makes it easy to understand and apply the codes. Review: Excellent for advanced do-it-yourself - When I first received this book, I was disappointed that it was so thin. It turns out that it doesn't need 250 pages to explain how to avoid the most common code violations. There are no verbose explanations or paragraphs. It doesn't tell you how to do anything. It just provides clear illustrations, tables, and bullet points. You can quickly look up the "maximum length of X", "minimum slope of Y", "don't try to hook a sink drain up this way", "you can use this type of vent in areas following this code, but not that code", etc. Using the information in this book, walking through homes under construction, and some trial-and-error, I plumbed my new-construction pool house which has a full bath and kitchen. End of review. Details on construction: PEX supplies, PVC drains, sewer under slab-on-grade foundation, HVAC provided by a single heat pump. All natural gas was installed underground in PEX which requires a certification even to buy the pipe, so I ended up paying $400 for a plumber to do the gas lines. Review: Awesome, Very Pleased - My husband is a contractor and I bought this for him. He loves them and they are easy to navigate and reference for his projects. He has not need to do extended research it answers all his questions. The book and all the pages are laminated so its durable and he can keep it in his work van. Perfect guide! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,173,585 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #292 in Plumbing & Home Automation Remodeling | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 100 Reviews | ## Images ![Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 4th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OtGjPOgiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for advanced do-it-yourself *by A***R on September 6, 2012* When I first received this book, I was disappointed that it was so thin. It turns out that it doesn't need 250 pages to explain how to avoid the most common code violations. There are no verbose explanations or paragraphs. It doesn't tell you how to do anything. It just provides clear illustrations, tables, and bullet points. You can quickly look up the "maximum length of X", "minimum slope of Y", "don't try to hook a sink drain up this way", "you can use this type of vent in areas following this code, but not that code", etc. Using the information in this book, walking through homes under construction, and some trial-and-error, I plumbed my new-construction pool house which has a full bath and kitchen. End of review. Details on construction: PEX supplies, PVC drains, sewer under slab-on-grade foundation, HVAC provided by a single heat pump. All natural gas was installed underground in PEX which requires a certification even to buy the pipe, so I ended up paying $400 for a plumber to do the gas lines. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome, Very Pleased *by N***A on March 4, 2018* My husband is a contractor and I bought this for him. He loves them and they are easy to navigate and reference for his projects. He has not need to do extended research it answers all his questions. The book and all the pages are laminated so its durable and he can keep it in his work van. Perfect guide! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good reference to have *by T***. on October 4, 2014* I bought this in connection with two other code check books guides. They have lived up to expectations as a quick reference guide with citations to major national codes if you need additional information. These codes are not always adopted in their entirety or without editing at the local level, I would not rely no this manual for building a house from the ground up. But, as a homeowner who want to know how to properly address day to day repairs and updates this manual series has you covered. The configuration of Code Check is great. Each page is tabbed for quick reference and spiral bound at the top. Also, someone was thinking ahead the paper is heavy thickness and appears to be laminated or otherwise coated which helps it resist dirt and staining (which are always present when working). ## Frequently Bought Together - Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 4th Edition: An Illustrated Guide to the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes (Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical: An Illustrated Guide) - Code Check Electrical: An Illustrated Guide to Wiring a Safe House - Code Check Commercial: An Illustrated Guide to Commercial Building Codes --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/4815709-code-check-plumbing-and-mechanical-4th-edition-an-illustrated-guide](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/4815709-code-check-plumbing-and-mechanical-4th-edition-an-illustrated-guide) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-08*