Contractors view the International Plumbing Code (IPC) as the top standard for creating safe buildings. But they may not know about the significant changes in the 2024 edition, including a new exception to toilet facility door locking.

While exploring International Code Council's first report of proposals for modifications to the Group A Codes, I became curious about which codes are being discussed the most. I decided to take a deeper look and get answers to three questions.

While exploring International Code Council's first report of proposals for modifications to the Group A Codes, I became curious about which codes are being discussed the most. I decided to take a deeper look and get answers to three questions.

What do the 3-model codes, UPC (Uniform Plumbing Code), IPC (International Plumbing Code) and NSPC (National Standard Plumbing Code), have to say on the subject?

A closer look at how the IPC addresses the disinfection of a building water system.

Updated International Plumbing Code and International Mechanical Code enhance safety, and save time and resources

There are four remaining state-written plumbing codes used in the United States. You could say that the remaining four states are just stubborn. Maybe they think they do it better than the model plumbing codes, but they don’t.