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Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction 11th Edition
$196.99View ProductThe Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction 11th Edition offers you a practical approach to modern construction and a complete overview of traditional building concepts and practices. Progressing from basic to advanced material, it will guide you in applying design theory to each phase of the construction process, from site evaluation and layout, to interior design and building finishes. This text appears on the approved reference list for numerous states requiring contractors to pass licensing exams. Its flexible organization makes it suitable for a range of construction, architectural and engineering courses. The 11th Edition expands on practical applications in structural design projects. Hundreds of chapter-ending review questions reinforce concepts while helping you prepare for licensing exams.
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29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, July 2026 Edition
$76.99View ProductMake compliance with dense government safety regulations simple with the 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations. Updated through July 2026, the book provides you with a comprehensive set of the most up-to-date Construction regulations.
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Carpentry & Building Construction, Student Edition, 2016 1st Edition
$116.99View ProductThis newly revised edition includes content from McGraw-Hill Construction, where the professionals stay informed on the latest industry developments.
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Pipe & Excavation Contracting Revised Edition
$69.99View ProductThe Pipe & Excavation Contracting Revised Edition manual has been updated and improved to bring it more current with modern earthmoving and trenching equipment, refined excavation techniques, stricter safety rules, and improved materials. Here you’ll find how to enter and succeed in the underground utility business. Includes hands-on instructions for operating the equipment and doing the trenching, pipe laying and connecting work and answers to what causes so many skilled equipment operators and pipelayers to fail when they try to start their own business.
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Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
$236.99View ProductThe Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition is the HVACR standard for a new generation of learners. It correlates to HVAC Excellence and PAHRA accreditation requirements to ensure complete coverage that prepares students for career success.
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The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition
$120.99View ProductThe Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition is a comprehensive and authoritative resource jointly published by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC). It’s designed to serve contractors, engineers, specifiers, and other professionals involved in concrete construction.
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Roofing Construction & Estimating Revised
$69.99View ProductThe Revised Edition of Roofing Construction & Estimating is a comprehensive, hands-on guide tailored for roofing professionals and contractors. This edition offers detailed instructions on estimating, installing, and maintaining various roofing systems for both residential and commercial buildings.
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Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone Tenth Edition
$162.99View ProductThe Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone Tenth Edition provides a thorough foundation in the methods of laying brick, block, stone, and concrete, and presents a broad understanding of materials and their properties. The textbook is organized into functional sections closely related to the needs of apprenticeship training programs, college programs, and other related instruction. Simply and clearly written, this text covers all the important aspects of the masonry trade. Over 75 step-by-step procedures for laying brick, block, stone, and concrete provide clear explanations of recommended techniques for a variety of masonry jobs. This new edition includes the newest materials and building techniques used in the industry, including insulated concrete wall forms, insulated blocks, brick veneer, and special masonry units. The text also encourages professionalism in the field, including work habits, safety habits, continuing education, work ethic, teamwork, and leadership, to prepare students for successful and rewarding masonry careers. Digital users have access to the eBook, online Lab Workbook content, Virtual Toolbox, Understanding Measurement Tools videos, and interactive activities.
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Guide to Handling, Installing, Bracing Wood Trusses – 2025
$38.99View ProductThe Guide to Handling, Installing, Bracing Wood Trusses – 2025 will provide users, including component manufacturers, designers, framers, and building officials with an easy to understand, and use, guide that provides background information as well as prescriptive recommendations for the safe installation and bracing of floor and roof trusses. The new version of the flagship documents represents a complete revision to the document. Most notably, the historic B-series arrangement of the document has been transformed into a document with a chapter layout including section numbering to streamline content in a chronological order and reduce content redundancy. Additionally, content is presented in a single column text format with updated graphs. The technical content and prescriptive recommendations in the guide were enhanced, clarified, and improved as well.
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Gypsum Construction Handbook 7th Edition
$54.99View ProductThe Gypsum Construction Handbook has been the best reference for gypsum products and systems in the building industry. Throughout the years it has evolved and changed as the building industry itself has evolved and changed.
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SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck (3rd Edition) Paperback
$53.99View ProductThe new Third Edition of the Steel Deck Institute Manual of Construction with Steel Deck (MOC3) continues the tradition established by earlier editions to provide information necessary for the proper field usage of steel deck. This edition is reformatted for easier use with updated references, including those for the SDI QA/QC Standard for Quality Control and Quality Assurance of Steel Deck.
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Technical Digest 9: Handling and Erection of Steel Joist and Joist Girders – Paperback
$53.99View ProductTechnical Digest 9 by the Steel Joist Institute offers a comprehensive guide to the safe handling and erection of steel joists and joist girders in the field. Its primary goal is to ensure these components are installed without damage and with maximum safety for erectors.
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(ACI Code 318-14) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete
$291.99View ProductThe (ACI Code 318-14) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete provides minimum requirements for the materials, design, and detailing of structural concrete buildings and, where applicable, nonbuilding structures. This Code addresses structural systems, members, and connections, including cast-in-place, precast, plain, non-prestressed, prestressed, and composite construction.
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Green Building Fundamentals 2nd Edition
$108.99View ProductGreen Building Fundamentals, 2nd Edition by Mike Montoya provides an introductory yet practical overview of sustainable construction and design principles, focusing on how buildings can reduce environmental impact while improving efficiency and occupant well-being. The book explains core concepts such as sustainability in the construction industry, the “triple bottom line” (environmental, economic, and social considerations), and strategies for improving site development, water conservation, energy efficiency, material selection, and indoor environmental quality. It also explores the costs and long-term benefits of green building practices and introduces renewable energy systems and on-site power generation. A significant portion of the text is devoted to the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED Green Building Rating System, providing guidance for understanding certification standards and preparing for the LEED Green Associate exam. Overall, the book serves as both a foundational learning resource and a practical guide for implementing sustainable building practices in real-world projects.
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Placing Reinforcing Bars 10th Edition
$115.99View ProductPlacing Reinforcing Bars 10th Edition presents the best accepted current practices in placing reinforcing bars. It is written for apprentices, journeymen ironworkers, and inspectors. Definitive resource for preparing provisions in project specifications. Eighteen heavily illustrated chapters cover: materials, handling bars at the jobsite, general principles for bar placing, splicing, and tying; placing bars in footings, walls, columns, floors, roofs, pavements and highway structures; and coated reinforcing bars.
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NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, BASIC 14th Ed Spiral-bound
$129.99View ProductNASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, BASIC Spiral-bound edition is designed to provide an overview of business management subjects for general contractor examination candidates applying for a license from the Maryland Licensing Board.
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Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning (Level 1: Field fundamentals) [Spiral-bound]
$108.99View ProductThis manual is used in conjunction with PTI’s Level 1 Field Fundamentals training program and provides guidance for field personnel involved in inspection, installation, stressing, and finishing of unbonded single-strand tendons and barrier cables. The latest edition has been updated to include an expanded inspection checklist, information on slab-on-ground installation, and a glossary of post-tensioning terms presented in both English and Spanish.
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ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities Paperback
$76.99View ProductThe ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities is a comprehensive guide developed by the International Code Council (ICC) to ensure that buildings and facilities are accessible and usable by individuals with physical disabilities. This standard is widely adopted by government agencies and organizations to update local building codes, aligning with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines.
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2021 International Building Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$212.99View Product- The 2021 International Building Code (IBC) provides comprehensive regulations for the design and construction of commercial and multi-family buildings. It applies to all structures except detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories in height. The 2021 edition introduces several significant updates to enhance safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
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Construction Project Management 5th Ed
$219.99View ProductThe Construction Project Management 5th Ed provides readers with the “big picture” of the construction management process, giving a perspective as to how the construction industry functions in relation to the national economy and in the public’s eye. This book focuses on the collaborative effort required to complete any public or private construction project, providing the construction professional with the skills needed to work with and alongside the owner representative, the designer, and within the public’s eye. It explains in detail the project elements and environment, and the responsibilities of the varied project professionals, and follows in detail the chronology of a project.
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Erector’s Manual: Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of Precast Concrete Products Paperback
$48.99View ProductErectors’ Manual, Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of Precast Concrete Products, is intended to provide standards (shown in boldface) and corresponding guidelines (commentary) for the erection of plant-produced precast and prestressed concrete products, and to establish a level of quality that will be recognized and respected by the construction industry.
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Construction Jobsite Management 4th Edition
$252.99View ProductThe Construction Jobsite Management 4th Edition was published by Cengage Learning in 2016. It provides a comprehensive overview of construction project management from the contractor’s perspective, covering topics such as project team configuration, documentation, safety management, and jobsite organization. The text is designed to offer practical techniques and procedures for effectively managing construction projects from start to finish.
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2018 International Mechanical Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$142.99View ProductThe 2018 International Mechanical Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The IMC was developed with broad-based principles that make possible the use of new materials, methods and design.
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2021 International Mechanical Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$131.99View Product- The 2021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) establishes minimum regulations for the design, installation, and inspection of mechanical systems in buildings. It aims to ensure safety, efficiency, and adaptability in mechanical systems by incorporating prescriptive and performance-related provisions.
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2015 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings 1st Edition
$212.99View ProductThis comprehensive code compiles all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and electrical requirements for non-commercial one- and two-family dwellings in one convenient code. The regulations cover dwellings and townhouses up to three stories. The 2015 IRC improves upon earlier versions to align with modern building practices, energy goals, and safety standards. It’s widely adopted across the U.S., often with state-specific amendments.
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2021 International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$131.99View Product- The 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) provides comprehensive regulations for the design, installation, and inspection of fuel gas systems and gas-fired appliances in buildings. It aims to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with modern standards in fuel gas applications.
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Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 17th edition
$169.99View ProductThis Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 17th edition, presents the properties of concrete as needed in concrete construction, including strength and durability. All concrete ingredients (cementing materials, water, aggregates, admixtures, and fibers) are reviewed for their optimal use in designing and proportioning concrete mixtures. Applicable ASTM, AASHTO, and ACI standards are referred to extensively. The use of concrete from design to batching, mixing, transporting, placing, consolidating, finishing, and curing is addressed. Concrete sustainability, along with special concrete, including high-performance concrete, are also reviewed.
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2021 International Residential Code
$212.99View Product- The 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) provides comprehensive regulations for the design, construction, and inspection of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories. It encompasses all aspects of residential construction, including building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, and electrical systems. The 2021 edition introduces several significant updates and clarifications to enhance safety, efficiency, and adaptability in residential buildings.
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Virginia, NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business and Project Management, 11th Edition with Preprinted Tabs
$143.99View ProductDesigned for general contractor examination candidates applying for a license from the Virginia Board for Contractors, this comprehensive guide provides a thorough overview of essential business management principles. Complete with preprinted tabs for all chapters and appendices.
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2018 International Building Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$212.99View ProductThe 2018 International Building Code (IBC) is a comprehensive model code that provides minimum requirements for building safety, health, and structural integrity. It applies to all types of buildings except one- and two-family dwellings, which are covered under the International Residential Code (IRC).
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2018 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$212.99View ProductThe 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) provides minimum regulations for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories in height. It consolidates building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy, and electrical standards into a single code tailored for residential construction.
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2015 International Building Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings
$212.99View ProductThe scope of the International Building Code® (IBC®) includes all buildings except detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories.
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2018 International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$131.99View ProductThe 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), developed by the International Code Council (ICC), establishes minimum regulations for the design, installation, maintenance, and inspection of fuel gas systems. It applies to both residential and commercial buildings and aims to ensure safe and efficient use of natural gas and propane.
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NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC) – 2020 Edition
$208.99View ProductThe code you—and the world—depend on to keep pace with ever-evolving electrical hazards and challenges.
NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®), is the authoritative document addressing electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The NEC is revised every three years to stay in sync with industry practices, emerging trends, and the development and introduction of technologies to provide comprehensive rules for designers, installers, inspectors, engineers, electricians, and anyone else who works in the electrical industry. The code is organized for ease of use.
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NFPA 31 Standard for the Installation of Oil-burning Equipment 2011 Edition Paperback
$203.99View ProductNFPA 31, Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment is the benchmark for the correct installation of boilers, air heaters, and other liquid fuel-burning equipment, and their fuel supplies. Designers, contractors, and installers rely on this Standard for guidance that protects property and building occupants by ensuring a fire-safe installation. Authorities having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and insurance underwriters depend on NFPA 31 requirements to verify the safety of installations in industrial, commercial, and residential occupancies.
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Virginia HVAC (Master/Journeyman) Tab Pack
$34.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for some of the references allowed to be used during the exam.
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Ugly’s Electrical References, 2026 Edition
$32.99View ProductUgly’s Electrical References, 2026 Edition is the essential on-the-job reference tool for electrical industry professionals.
The 2026 Edition provides the most pertinent, up-to-date information used by electricians, including updated NEC code and table change information; mathematical formulas; NEMA wiring configurations; conduit bending guide; ampacity and conduit fill information; transformer and control circuit wiring diagrams; and conversion tables.
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Virginia Business Law Tabs
$14.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for all references allowed to be used during the exam.
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Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, 2021 Part 1
$51.99View ProductThe Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC), 2021 Edition, Part 1 – Virginia Construction Code is a comprehensive set of regulations governing the design, construction, and occupancy of buildings and structures in Virginia. It serves as the primary framework for ensuring public health, safety, and welfare in the built environment across the state.
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Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters 8th Edition
$283.99View ProductNow in its 8th edition, Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters delivers the essential math skills necessary in the plumbing and pipefitting professions.
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2015 International Mechanical Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$131.99View ProductThe 2015 International Mechanical Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The IMC® was developed with broad-based principles that make possible the use of new materials, methods and design.
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Virginia HVAC (Master/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$904.95View ProductHVAC licensing in Virginia is at 3 levels: journeyman, master, and contractor. To become either a journeyman HVAC or a master HVAC, there are two examination portions that must be passed: statutory and regulatory portion and the trade portion. This license allows for individual to do work for heating systems, boilers, process piping, and mechanical refrigeration systems. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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2021 International Plumbing Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$131.99View Product- The 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) provides comprehensive regulations for the design, installation, and inspection of plumbing systems in buildings. It aims to safeguard public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring sanitary and efficient plumbing practices.
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Virginia Contractor Class A/B Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$507.96View ProductVirginia requires two licenses to become a contractor: Business/Law and Technical. The Class A/B license covers the business and law portion and is required by the designated employee or member of responsible management. There is an 8-hour Pre-License requirement for all new Virginia Contractors. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Painting and Decorating Craftsman Manual and Textbook 8th Edition
$150.99View ProductThe Painting and Decorating Craftsman’s Manual and Textbook 8th Edition is a recently revised manual that serves as a valuable reference book for the painting and decorating industry. The textbook has been used with many apprentice programs and has been cited as an authority in litigation to settle issues arising from the alleged improper application or use of materials. Topics covered in the manual include materials, equipment, rigging, safety, color, procedures, failure and remedies, wallcoverings, application techniques, surface preparation and more.
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American Electricians Handbook 17th Edition
$131.99View ProductFor over a century, this practical handbook has served as the definitive industry reference for information on designing, installing, operating, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment. This seventeenth edition has been thoroughly revised to comply with the most recent (2020) National Electrical Code and National Electrical Safety Code.
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NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2014 Edition
$203.99View ProductStay current with the ever-evolving safety criteria for the liquefied petroleum (LP) gas industry.
NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, provides the requirements for safeguarding all LP-Gas (propane) installations in homes, businesses, and industrial settings. Important updates to the code help designers, health and safety managers, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and insurance professionals prepare for the challenges of modern LP-Gas hazards.
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ANSI / EIMA 99-A-2017: Standard for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and EIFS with Drainage
$76.99View ProductThe ANSI/EIMA 99-A-2017 standard, titled “Standard for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and EIFS with Drainage,” provides comprehensive technical requirements and guidelines for the design, materials, installation, and performance of EIFS used on building exteriors.
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Redi-Tag Permanent Tabs – 375 Blank Tabs
$44.99View ProductRedi-Tag permanent tabs are self-sticking and you can print on your laser printer in minutes or write directly on them. Made of heavy duty, durable plastic that won’t tear of curl. Input and format text using Windows® versions of Microsoft® Word and WordPerfect®. Actual size of tab 1-1/8″ x 1-1/4″. 100 tabs per pack.
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Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition
$146.99View ProductThe Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition provides a comprehensive overview of the latest information on the safe and efficient operation of low pressure steam and hot water boilers, cooling systems, and related equipment. Each chapter is divided into sections to aid comprehension of key concepts. To assist with preparing for a licensing exam, a separate chapter with test-taking tips and a sample exam is included.
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2015 International Plumbing Code
$131.99View ProductThe 2015 International Plumbing Code (IPC), developed by the International Code Council (ICC), is a model code that provides comprehensive regulations for the design, installation, and maintenance of plumbing systems. It applies to all types of buildings—residential, commercial, and industrial—and is intended to safeguard public health by ensuring clean water supply and proper waste disposal.
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Virginia Gasfitter Tab Pack
$24.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for some of the references allowed to be used during the exam.
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NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC) Handbook, 2020 Edition
$379.99View ProductFast-track getting up to speed with major changes to the code and implementing the most current electrical installation requirements.
The NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®) Handbook, is the most practical and powerful resource today for electrical design and installation. You get the complete text of the latest National Electrical Code, plus a range of features providing insights and guidance on its application.
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NFPA 72®: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2013 Edition
$208.99View ProductGet insights on the latest requirements for the design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and emergency communications systems. The NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code is the standard that provides requirements that reflect the needs and concerns of code users in the field today. Consult the most advanced and comprehensive requirements ever developed for the application, installation, location, performance, and inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of fire alarm and emergency communications systems, including mass notification systems (MNS), used to protect life and property.
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NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2019 Edition
$208.99View ProductGet insights on the latest requirements for the design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and emergency communications systems. The NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code is the standard that provides requirements that reflect the needs and concerns of code users in the field today. Consult the most advanced and comprehensive requirements ever developed for the application, installation, location, performance, and inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of fire alarm and emergency communications systems, including mass notification systems (MNS), used to protect life and property.
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ANSI 2009 (Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities)
$48.99View ProductThe specifications in the ANSI A117.1-2009 standard make sites, facilities, buildings and elements accessible to and usable by people with such physical disabilities as the inability to walk, difficulty walking, reliance on walking aids, blindness and visual impairment, deafness and hearing impairment, in coordination, reaching and manipulation disabilities, lack of stamina, difficulty interpreting and reacting to sensory information, and extremes of physical size. The intent of this standard is to allow a person with physical disability to independently get to, enter, and use a site, facility, building, or element.
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Finish Carpenter’s Manual – 1993
$51.99View ProductThe Finish Carpenter’s Manual – 1993 is perfect whether you’re an experienced finish carpenter with sawdust in your blood, or just beginning in the finish carpentry field! The seasoned finish carpenter who wants to keep up-to-date will find the latest methods and tools, time-saving tips and shortcuts – based on the author’s successful career as a master finish carpenter. And the step-by-step descriptions of the professional way to do a job will save the beginner time, frustration, lumber, and money.
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Insulation Handbook
$99.99View ProductThe Insulation Handbook is a comprehensive guide covering the selection, installation, and performance of insulation materials for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. It provides detailed information on thermal, acoustic, and fire-resistant insulation systems, helping readers understand how to improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
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The Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook – 14th
$108.99View ProductThoroughly updated to reflect the 2023 National Electrical Safety Code® (NESC®), this classic resource explains the principles and practices of electric transmission and distribution line construction, operation, and maintenance. You will get comprehensive coverage of the newest equipment, techniques, and procedures along with current OSHA, ANSI, and ASTM regulations. Detailed illustrations and photos make it easy to understand the material, and self-test questions and exercises reinforce key concepts. An industry standard since 1928, this guide also serves as a valuable on-the-job reference for electric transmission and distribution grid system professionals.
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Virginia Gas Fitter (Master/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$657.96View ProductThis exam prep course takes the learner through each one of the reference books that the exam is based on showing exactly what to highlight. After highlighting is completed in each book, you have the option to take an online practice test to reinforce concepts presented. The program is fully narrated. Pre-approval from the State licensing board is required to take the exam, and this preapproval can be obtained by submitting a completed application. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Formwork for Concrete – 8th edition
$274.99View ProductFormwork for concrete refers to the temporary or permanent molds used to shape and support concrete while it hardens. It plays a crucial role in construction by ensuring the concrete retains its intended shape, strength, and finish. There are various types of formwork, including timber, steel, and aluminum, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Timber formwork is adaptable and cost-effective but has a short lifespan. Steel formwork is durable and reusable but requires lifting equipment. Aluminum formwork is lightweight and efficient but may not be as strong as steel. Properly designed formwork enhances safety, efficiency, and quality in construction projects. It must be rigid, watertight, and easy to remove without damaging the concrete
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NFPA 70E®: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® 2024
$203.99View ProductShock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast are responsible for one fatality every workday in the U.S., and some 8,000 workers are treated in emergency rooms for electrical contact injuries each year. Now NFPA 70E–the Standard developed for OSHA–is revised to address safety gaps and increase electrical worker protection, while helping companies comply with OSHA 1910 Subpart S and OSHA 1926 Subpart K. Major changes recognize new hazards and address safety gaps. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protects personnel and can significantly reduce the risk of injury in an arc flash. To help electrical engineers calculate incident energy–the vital first step in determining the correct type of PPE for a given task–revised Annex D consolidates all equations, adds new tables, and offers more options to detailed calculations.
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2011 National Electrical Code
$208.99View ProductNFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®), is the authoritative document addressing electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The NEC is revised every three years to stay in sync with industry practices, emerging trends, and the development and introduction of technologies to provide comprehensive rules for designers, installers, inspectors, engineers, electricians, and anyone else who works in the electrical industry. The code is organized for ease of use.
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Virginia Plumbing Contractor Online Exam Prep Complete Package
View ProductOur complete package includes all references used to study for the exam, pre-printed tabs for only those references allowed to be brought into the exam center, and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Virginia Builders Technical Supplement
$56.99View ProductThe Virginia Builders Technical Supplement (VBTS) is a set of technical guidelines and standards used in Virginia to support residential construction, particularly for the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC). It is primarily intended for use by builders, contractors, architects, and code officials.
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2011 National Electrical Code Tabs
$34.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for some references allowed to be used during the exam.
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Virginia Electrical Tab Pack
$39.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for some of the references allowed to be used during the exam.
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Virginia Residential Building Tab Pack
$69.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – During your exam, time is of the essence. By having your pages tabbed, you can greatly increase your speed in referencing key exam topics. These tabs are pre-printed and permanent.
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Virginia Home Improvement Tab Packet
$84.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – During your exam, time is of the essence. By having your pages tabbed, you can greatly increase your speed in referencing key exam topics. These tabs are pre-printed and permanent.
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Virginia Electrical Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$749.96View ProductThe Virginia Electrical Exam Complete Package includes the following:
- Virginia Electrical Exam Review
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- NFPA 70E®: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® 2024
- Virginia Electrical Tab Pack
The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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Excavation and Grading Handbook Revised
$79.99View ProductThe Excavation and Grading Handbook serves as a comprehensive guide to the principles, techniques, and best practices involved in moving earth and preparing construction sites. It is especially useful for:
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- Contractors and subcontractors
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Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Chloride 2021 Edition
$109.99View ProductThis practice covers the minimum requirements for and the methods of installation of rigid vinyl siding, soffits, and accessories on the exterior wall and soffit areas of buildings. This practice also covers aspects of installation relating to effectivene
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Handbook of Rigging: For Construction and Industrial Operations 5th Ed
$149.99View ProductThe Handbook of Rigging: For Construction and Industrial Operations is an industry classic and has been thoroughly revised and brought up-to-date to provide broader coverage of lifting, hoisting, and scaffolding operations. This in-depth guide gives design/construction and facility maintenance professionals must-know information for safe, sound, and efficient application of equipment and materials.
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NRCA Roofing Manual Steep slope Roof Systems 2025
$241.99View ProductThe 2025 edition of the NRCA Roofing Manual for steep-slope roof systems is a comprehensive update to the 2021 version, offering best practices and technical guidance for designing and installing steep-slope roofs—defined as those with slopes exceeding 3:12. This manual serves as a go-to reference for contractors, architects, and consultants working on steep-slope roofing projects.
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Photovoltaic Systems
$164.99View ProductThe Photovoltaic Systems is a comprehensive guide to the design and installation of residential and commercial PV systems. Numerous illustrations explain the concepts behind how PV arrays and other components operate, and photographs of actual installations show how components are integrated together to form complete systems.
