Your definitive guide to navigating North Carolina's latest building standards.

Whether you're a licensed contractor, home inspector, architect, or code enforcement official, Mastering the North Carolina Building Code 2025-2026 is the most comprehensive and accessible reference you'll find. Expertly written and clearly organized, this guide transforms complex code language into real-world, easy-to-apply insights that save you time, money, and costly compliance errors.

Adrian T. Falkner-an experienced builder, educator, and code specialist-brings his decades of field experience to this practical handbook designed for daily use on job sites and in offices across the state.

✅ Concise explanations of key updates in the 2025-2026 NC Building Code.
✅ Cross-references to relevant International Code Council (ICC) standards.
✅ Quick-reference charts and tables for fast field decisions.
✅ Practical examples showing how the code applies in real construction scenarios.
✅ Inspection checklists to help ensure compliance before and after each phase of a project.
✅ Special guidance on energy efficiency, fire safety, accessibility, and structural integrity.

North Carolina's 2025-2026 Building Code updates introduce critical changes that impact residential and commercial construction alike. Falkner's guide ensures you stay fully compliant, avoid common misinterpretations, and build with confidence.

Perfect for:

• Builders & Contractors

• Building Inspectors & Plan Reviewers

• Architects & Engineers

• Students in construction management and code training programs

Master the Code. Build Smarter. Inspect Confidently.
Your essential companion for the 2025-2026 North Carolina Building Code cycle.