Plumbing

The author of WIRING A HOUSE (more than 120,000 copies sold) and INSPECTING A HOUSE ( nearly 60,00 copies sold) covers waterfront in PLUMBING, from the submersible pump in the bottom of the well to the utility sink in the laundry room, to step-by-step installation procedures for all plumbing fixtures, hardware and appliances in the home. Along the way, the author makes carefully planned detours intot he non-standard circumstances a builder or remodeler is likely to encounter in a remodel. Thorughout the book, process and technique are linked through special colour-coded "fining guides" tot he related reference information in the back. This reference section includes a concise index of the plumbing code, photos and descriptions ofevery type of pipe, every form of fitting and all the unique and special tools that apply to plumbing, as well as sizing charts, expansion tables and other relevant technical data.

A third generation tradesperson, Cauldwell is both a master electrician and master plumber. Cauldwell has an A.A.S. degree in Electronic Engineering and gives seminars nationwide. He is a consultant and Q & A reference, an expert witness and his books Wiring A House and Inspecting a House are popular industry standards.