Code Check - Home of books, e-books, and illustrations for building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes

Since 1995, our popular field guides to building codes have been helping builders, inspectors, designers, and homeowners navigate the maze of construction codes.
Our latest and most popular offerings are below:

 Code Check Complete 3rd edition for the 2021 IRC

CC Complete 3rd edition is now back in stock!
The book is also available as an eBook!

  •  Code Check Complete 3rd edition is the most comprehensive book in our history.
  • It is based on the 2021 IRC, UPC, UMC, and other current codes, including the 2020 NEC.
  • The book includes notations and explanations of major changes from the previous editions of the codes, so it can be used in areas using either the 2018 or the 2021 model codes (the two most widely used codes in the United States). Click here to see which code your state is using.
  • 328 pages, including 336 illustrations and 192 tables.
  • Includes material not found in any of our previous individual books.
  • Designed for inspectors, plans examiners, contractors, home inspectors, do-it-yourselfers, and educators.
  • Endorsed by the International Code Council.

 

 

Code Check 10th edition

Our flagship book and is is based on the 2021 model codes, including the IRC, UPC, & UMC, and the 2020 National Electrical Code. The print edition has finally arrived after a long delay due to the sale of The Taunton Press; the eBook version is also available. Designed for combination inspectors, this book is the condensed version of the material in our other current books, consolidated to the most essential items at a more affordable price.

  • Major changes are highlighted and explained, allowing the book to also be used in jurisdictions that are still using 2018 editions of the model codes.
  • Flip-chart format of print book enables quick access to particular topics.
  • 32-page print version contains 28 tables and 80 illustrations.
  • Our eBooks contain custom navigation features to quickly access a particular topic.
  • 76 pages in the eBook, includes 105 illustrations and 40 tables.
  • eBook allows you to save highlighting and notes in your individualized copy.
  • Endorsed by the International Code Council

 

Code Check Electrical 9th Edition is based on the 2020 NEC, it also highlights the significant changes from the 2017 NEC. It can be used in jurisdictions using either code edition, and is therefore up-to-date for almost the entire United States.

  • Code changes are highlighted and summarized on each page.
  • The 32-page print book includes 23 tables and 66 illustrations.
  • The 105-page eBook includes 57 tables and 105 illustrations.
  • The print book is in our signature flip-chart format with durable laminated pages.
  • All of the Code Check books are endorsed by the International Code Council.
  • The eBook also contains references to the 2021 International Residential Code.
  • The eBook contains extensive additional material for commercial installations, photovoltaics, energy storage systems, motors, transformers, and load calculations.

 

Code Check Building 5th edition for the 2021 IRC

          • Expanded to 50 pages and updated to the 2021 IRC.
          • Includes explanations of changes that took place from the 2018 edition
          • 86 Illustrations & 61 tables (100 & 79 in eBook)
          • Handy flip-chart format with tabs on each page for quick access.
          • Endorsed by the International Code Council.

List price 29.99, print edition on sale for 26.95, 10% off the list price.

Now also available as an eBook, with additional illustrations and tables.

Code Check Plumbing & Mechanical 6th edition

                • Handy flip chart format with laminated pages and tabs for quick reference.
                • Based primarily on the 2021 IRC, 2021 UPC, and 2021 UMC,
                • Includes other codes and standards (ASHRAE 62.2., NFPA 211, and SMACNA).
                • Includes explanations of changes that took place from the previous code editions.
                • 50 pages, 115 Illustrations and 52 tables in the print edition.
                • 98 pages (screens), 126 illustrations, 55 tables in eBook edition.
                • Endorsed by the International Code Council.

List price 29.99, print edition on sale for 26.95, 10% off the list price.

Now also available as an eBook with additional illustrations and tables

Deck Construction:Deck Construction: Based on the 2021 URC
Based on the 2021 IRC

Print Book price $58.25

Deck Construction Based on the 2021 IRC

  NOTE:   Deck Construction is NOT available in eBook format.

 

 

Code Check Illustrations

The most up to date selection of the Code Check Illustration library. Many new and updated illustrations.

Code Check Illustrations

Code Check Complete 3rd edition was an extensive update and expansion of all our material, including the illustrations. All the  illustrations from Code Check Complete 3rd edition are included in our new illustrations package, along with selected illustrations from our earlier editions. There are a total of 359 illustrations, and a list of them can be viewed here. Over half of the illustrations are new or updated. The illustrations are jpg files suitable for insertion into inspection reports, building department handouts, and educational presentations. The price for this new package will be $199.95, though for a limited time we are offering it for only 149.95 (the same price as the previous collection of illustrations).

The illustrations package does not include the text from the Code Check books – only the illustrations. It is available as an instant download, in zip file format.

Only $149.95  (Less than 50 cents per illustration!)