How reliable are the building codes?
Most aspects of building construction - electrical wiring, heating, sanitary facilities - represent a potential hazard to building occupants and users. Building codes provide safeguards. Although no code can eliminate all risks, reducing risks to an acceptable level helps.

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1. Who needs building codes?
2. What is a building code?
3. How reliable are the building codes?
4. Why inspect a building during construction?