Photos — before the walls close: code vs good practice

Code: every wall. Good practice: meet code.

Blocking — before the walls close: code vs good practice

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: everything that hangs.

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: where furniture goes.

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: to TV, attic, basement.

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: accessible.

Code: no specific requirement. Good practice: out of cavities.

Process · Chapter 40

Everything in this chapter is cheap while the walls are open and expensive afterward. Walk the house with this list before insulation and drywall.

Rough-in inspectionsIndustry practice

40.1

Walk every room with the plans and this list. Stand where you'll stand; reach where you'll reach.

Open walls are your last cheap chance.

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