Reference Documents

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Age Charts-  HVAC/Water Heater Age Charts

Furnace Age Chart

Furnace/Water Age (Building Intelligence)

Water Heater Age Chart

Heat Pump Pricing Guide

Mini-Split Heat Pump Homeowners Guide

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Air quality and Energy Information

Indoor Air Quality Publications - CPSC

Washington State Energy code for foundations/crawlspaces

Washington State Energy Code/Insulation

Washington State Energy Code/Compliance

Thermal Bypass and Air Barriers

Air bypass and sealing (DIY guide)

Air Leakage and Moisture Control (WSU Builders Guide)

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Backflow Prevention

Requirement for backflow protection (Lawns)

Backflow Prevention Devices

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Building Materials

Fire Resistance Design Manual- Gypsum systems

Straw Bale Construction- IRC 2015

Post Fire Assessment for Structural Wood

I Joists Squash Blocks (From APA)

I Joists Filler Blocks (From APA)

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Chimneys

Flashing a Chimney (JLC)

How to Flash a Chimney

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Construction/Building

Squeak-Free Floors

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Decks

Deck Guardrail attachment- Decklok test

AWC Deck Building based on the 2012 IRC

Prescriptive Residential Wood Deck Construction Guide (Tip sheet) (2015)

Concrete Decks

Simpson Deck Connection and Fastening Guide 2017

Prescriptive Residential Wood Deck Construction Guide (Tip sheet) (2012)

AWC DCA6 Deck Building - Based on the 2015 IRC

AWC Deck Building based on the 2009 IRC

APA Products Guide- Engineered Wood Products Guide

APA Roof Sheathing and Installation

Cutting and notching of structural members

Don't Build Decks that Rot

Deck Care Fast and Easy

Deck Safety Check

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Electrical

Homeowner Guildlines for doing electrical work on their property (From St. of Idaho based on 2014 NEC)

Residential Electrical Inspection Guidelines (Washington State)

General Wiring Requirements (Residential)

Grounding and Bonding

Service Panel, Distribution Panels, Grounding and Bonding (Based on the 2008 NEC)

CSST Bonding Requirements (corrugated stainless steel tubing for gas appliances)

History of Wiring

Aluminum Wiring Repair - (Solid aluminum wiring found in 60's to '70's homes)

2009 IRC Junction Box Volume Calculations

Cutler Hammer Breaker  (for two wires on lug)

Protection of Grounding Conductors (excerpt from electrical currents)

Can Multiple Neutral Conductors be Terminated in a
Panelboard Termination?

Double Lugged/Tapped Grounded/Neutral Conductors- Siemens

Home Remodeling and AFCI protection. Why you should upgrade to AFCI protection when Remodeling.

Standard for Good Workmanship in Electrical Construction

Standard for Installing and Maintaining Panelboards

Standard for AFCIs and GFCIs

GE Low Voltage Remote Control Wiring Systems

Understanding Risks Associated with Zinsco Circuit Breakers

GFCI requirements-2014 NEC -By Jerry Peck- Jerrypeck.com

AFCI Requirement-2014 NEC - By Jerry Peck -Jerrypeck.com

Electrical Wiring Devices Code Changes 2014 NEC

Exterior Guard/Post for outlets

Oily Residues and Plasticizer on wires and equipment

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Exterior Drainage

Gutter and Downspouts Reference

Principles of exterior drainage

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Fireplaces and Woodstoves

Woodburning stoves installation and procedures- NAMIC

https://www.epa.gov/burnwise/ordinances-and-regulations-wood-burning-appliances

http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/air/indoor_woodsmoke/wood_smoke_page.htm

Heartland Wood Cook Stove Manual

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Foundations and Structural

Owners Guide to a Better Foundation

Notching and Boring Guide (2012)

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Garages and Carports

Garage Vehicle Barriers

Dwelling (Home)-Garage Separation (2015)

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HVAC-  Radiant Flooring

Radiant Floor Heating

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HVAC-  Thermostats

Honeywell PC8900 Thermostat

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Insualtion Information

John Mansville Batt Insualtion

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Manufactured Homes

Manufactured Home Alterations (Check here to see if the the work to be performed will need permits)
Manufactured home are under the jurisdiction of the Dept. of Labor and Industries.

Manufactured Home Alteration Guide Sheet

Minimun Header Structrural Requirements (MFG Homes)

Adding Drywall/Sheetrock to a manufacured home (Wash St L&I)

Manufactured Home Polybutylene Re-Pipe Pre-inspection check list

Manufactured home Guide (2015 Pierce Co.)

Manufactured Home Landings

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Oil Tanks (residential)

Underground Tank Pollution Insurance

Residential Heating Oil Tanks (Washington State DOE)

Underground Storage Tanks (Wenatchee requirements )

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Performance Guides and Evaluation

Residential Performance Guideline -4th Edition

Log Home- Prevention-of-Air-Water-Infiltration

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Plumbing

Plumbing for Homeowners (From Klickitat County)

Plumbing Guide and Helpful Hints (2015- Lincoln Co Oregon)

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Plumbing- Gas Piping

Gastite CSST Installation (2017)

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Pools and Safety

Home Pool Barrier Safety

Child Safety - (Safe Kids. org)

Drowning Facts and Prevention

Planning For Unexpected- Drowning

Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act

Single Main Drains- Guidelines for Regulated Pool Owners, Operators, and Builders- Washington State

Pool Entrapment

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Roofing- Asphalt Roofing

Certainteed Shingle application Manual

GAF Designer shingle installtion guide

Wind damage (Wind effects on aasphalt shingles)

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Roofing-  Metal Roofing

Delta rib Metal roof installation

Fabral Metal Roof Installation

Metal Roof Installation Manual- MCA

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Roofing Anchors and Fall Protection

Roof Anchor Systems

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Roofing Decking and Structure

Sheathing H-Clips

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Siding and Claddings

EIFS (Synthetic Stucco) Home Owners guide

LP Smart Trim and Facia Installation requirements

LP Smart Siding Installation Requirements

LP Installation Information

Composite Wood Siding Maintanence

General Contruction Information (Raised Floor Living) Very good information

Hardie Plank Installation Eastern Washington

Certaineed Cement Fiber installation

Fabral Metal Siding and roofing

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Siding - Exterior Veneers

Adhered Concrete Veneer Installation Guidelines

Masonary Veneer Manufacturer's Asso. Installation Guide

Brick Veneer on Wood Stud Walls

Brick Arches

Coronado Stone Veneer Installation Guide

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Stairs and Guardrails

Illustrated Stairs design (2006 IRC)

Stairs Building Codes (2006 IRC)

Purpose of Handrails  (Seatttle 2007)

Means of Egress (From Stevens Co-2012)

Residential Handrails and Guards ( Bellingham 2015 )

Guide To Handrail and Guard Railing Building Codes and Standards

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Smoke Detectors/CO Detectors

Washington State CO Detector Law

First Alert CO Detector Manual

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Trusses

Truss Repair     (information on the proper way to repair an engineered truss)

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Ventialation Information

Whole House Ventilation

Fresh Air Ventilation (Seattle 2015)

Spot Ventilation (Kitchens/Baths/Laundry etc...)

Proper Attic Ventilation

Understanding Attic Ventialation

Houses Need To Breath (Good article on proper ventilation)

Mold, Moisture and Houses

House as a System

Mold in your Home  (great video on mold and indoor air qualitiy and how to mange it)

Mold- Guide for clinicians

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Water Heaters - Heat Pump Water Heaters

Rudd Hybrid Water Heater

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Wells and Septic Systems

Private Well Information

Private Wells for Home Owners (Wa DOE/DOH)

Well Pressure Tank Sizing

Septic Systems

Nibco Anti Spihon Repair

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Windows

Windows in Masonry Wall (Pella Guide)

WINDOW AND DOOR DESIGN AND INSTALLATION GUIDE (2011)

Windows in Masonry Wall (Pella)

Window Flashing (DuPont /Tyvek)

Vycor Flashings Installation Contractors Guide

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Wood Destroying Insect and Organisms/WDO

Termite Biology and Prevention 
 

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Misc. Information

Chelan County Good Neighbor Handbook

Information for Tree owners

Dock Standards - Chelan County

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Manuals and Information

Flir C2/C3 Manual

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