Mechanicals: Plumbing

 

In addition to meeting codes, plumbing should be installed with quality in mind. Neatness counts, as does careful installation, towards a quieter, warmer system that’s less likely to spawn problems, such as leaks that can lead to mold growth. Ultimately, you’ll reduce warranty callbacks and increase customer satisfaction.

Audience:   Construction, Customer Service, Purchasing

Duration:   1 hour

Learning objectives:  

• Explain how home plumbing works, including the mechanics of supply and drainage, as well as common plumbing materials.
• Explain the installation sequence of the underground plumbing for slab on grade, basement, and crawlspace foundations, and know what to check to ensure a quality installation.
• Explain what happens at the rough plumbing stage, understand how plumbing can impact other components of the home such as framing, and check for quality issues throughout the home.
• Understand what happens in each room during this stage of construction and conduct thorough quality inspections to identify plumbing issues.

Price:   $49.00