The 2021 IPC provides minimum regulations for plumbing facilities and provides for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials, and systems. In October 2019, the Code Council released an independent study comparing model plumbing codes. It found that over a 12-year period, counties using the IPC saved $38 billion in construction costs, emitted 1,000,000 fewer tons of carbon dioxide, saw an additional 166,000 jobs, and saved 880 million feet of pipe. On average, a single-family home could save up to $4,000 in labor, materials and overhead compared to that same home built to other codes. Important changes in the 2021 IPC Multiple-user toilet facilities to serve all genders are now permitted. Two new methods for relining/rehabilitation of existing sewers are added. Accommodations for mounted roof top solar panels over vent terminals is added. CSA B805/ICC 805 Rainwater Harvesting Systems is allowed as an alternative design method. Plumbing provisions from ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Usable and Accessible Buildings and Facilities are now included. Addresses the design and installation of fuel gas systems and gas fired appliances through prescriptive and performance requirements. Key changes in the 2021 IFGC The termination of concealed condensate piping requires marking to indicate if it is the primary drain or the secondary drain. Press-connect joints are acceptable for high pressure (over 5 psi) applications indoors. Commercial cooking appliances are not allowed within dwelling units.

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1. Who should buy the 2021 IPC & IFGC code book combo?

This combo is ideal for plumbing contractors, gas fitters, inspectors, engineers, architects, code officials, and construction students. It’s especially useful for professionals who work on projects involving plumbing systems and fuel gas installations and need both codes for compliance.

2. What are the major benefits of using the 2021 IPC?

The 2021 IPC focuses on cost efficiency, sustainability, and innovation. Studies show jurisdictions using IPC have saved billions in construction costs, reduced material usage, lowered carbon emissions, and supported job growth. Homeowners can also see significant savings in labor and materials compared to other plumbing codes.

3. What important updates are included in the 2021 IPC?

Key updates include the allowance of all-gender multi-user toilet facilities, new methods for sewer relining and rehabilitation, provisions for rooftop solar panels over vent terminals, approval of rainwater harvesting systems (CSA B805 / ICC 805), and the inclusion of accessibility plumbing requirements from ICC A117.1.

4. What are the key changes in the 2021 IFGC?

The 2021 IFGC includes updates such as required marking of concealed condensate piping, approval of press-connect joints for indoor high-pressure gas systems, updated requirements for fuel gas systems and gas-fired appliances, and restrictions on commercial cooking appliances within dwelling units.

5. Is this combo suitable for code compliance and inspections?

Yes. This book combo provides both prescriptive and performance-based requirements and is widely adopted by jurisdictions. It serves as a reliable reference for design, installation, and inspections while helping users meet current safety and compliance standards.