Roofing Code: Wind Resistance of Clay and Concrete Tile Section 1504.2 July 10, 2018 ind loads on clay and concrete tile roof coverings shall be in accordance with Section 1609.5.Read More
Waterproofing Code: Backfill Section 1805.7.3 July 3, 2018 This section implies that backfill material shall be in accordance with code requirements.Read More
Roofing Code: Weather Protection Section 1503.1 June 26, 2018 Roof decks shall be covered with approved roof coverings secured to the building or the structure in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.Read More
Waterproofing Code: Drainage Discharge Section 1807.4.3 June 19, 2018 This section implies that all drains located at the site—floor drains and perimeter drains—must properly discharge.Read More
Roofing Code: Scuppers Section 1503.4.2 June 12, 2018 This code implies that scuppers are an acceptable form of roof drainage.Read More
Waterproofing Code: Foundation Drain Section 1807.4.2 June 5, 2018 This section provides the requirements for foundation drain placement. The section is precise in the requirements and provides a basis for design.Read More
Roofing Code: Clay Tile Section 1507.3.4 May 29, 2018 Clay roof tile shall comply with ASTM C 1167.Read More
Waterproofing Code: Floor Base Course Section 1807.4.1 May 22, 2018 This section implies that a base course a minimum of 4 inches thick is required under all basement floors.Read More
Roofing Codes: Slope Section 1505.15.1 May 15, 2018 Liquid-applied roofing shall have a design slope of a minimum of 1/4 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal.Read More
Waterproofing Codes: Subsoil Drainage System Section 1807.4 May 8, 2018 Where a hydrostatic pressure condition does not exist, dammproofing shall be provided and a base shall be installed under the floor and a drain installed around the foundation perimeter.Read More