Plumbing: Design and Installation [Hardcover]

L. V. Ripka (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0826906311 | ISBN-13: 978-0826906311 | Publication Date: June 30, 2006 | Edition: 3rd

Plumbing Design and Installation provides comprehensive coverage of the plumbing trade including the design, installation, testing, and repair of plumbing systems in residential and commercial structures. This edition features chapters dealing with customer service, plumbing system service, and obtaining a plumber's license. Emphasis is placed on plumbing systems, safety (including PPE and confined spaces), tools and materials (including copper press fittings), and ADA plumbing installation requirements. Installation and repair techniques are incorporated throughout the text. Sample licensing exams help ensure that individuals are qualified to design, install, and service plumbing systems and related equipment. A total of 150 sample licensing exam questions (50 questions in the book and 100 questions on the CD-ROM) provide excellent plumber's license exam preparation regardless of the authority having jurisdiction.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 469 pages
• Publisher: Amer Technical Pub; 3rd edition (June 30, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0826906311
• ISBN-13: 978-0826906311
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #489,081 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A plumbing teacher's review, April 2, 2001

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Michael C (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Plumbing (Hardcover)

I use this book often in the shop/classroom. I think it is an excellent teaching aid when used in conjunction with the associated workbook. My only problem is converting some of the Minn. code into Massachusetts code where I teach. Several of the chapters deal specifically with plumbing traps, materials and plumbing fixtures, which I like. The workbook does a great job of using many different testing methods including True/False, multiple choice, essay questions, math and isometric sketching. In future editions I would love to see more info on the history of the trade, drawings/drafting and heating appliances. All in all, this is the best teaching book out there and I have looked through them all!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good, solid book on plumbing, March 21, 2001

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M. Manzano (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Plumbing (Hardcover)

I first read and used this book in the US Navy Seabee training unit I was an instructor at in 1996. Being based on the Minnesota plumbing code, which is by far the most stringent in the country, it was a very good reference from which to learn and to teach. The company I work for now issues that same book to all new plumbers and I even keep a copy in the truck as a reference in the field. The companion workbook is a great tool also. If you're looking for a layman's breakdown of the MN code, this is it.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Plumbing by L.V. Ripka, June 23, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Plumbing (Hardcover)

This is an excellent book! It covers all the questions most of us have about the trade. I have purchased several books on the subject and this one is by far the best.