Most homeowners assume that if a house was legal when it was built, it will stay that way. The surprise comes when you open up a wall for a kitchen remodel and discover that the rules have quietly ...

In simple terms, building codes and standards are about protecting people and property — the result being safe and prosperous communities, which is the heartbeat of any culture. Every rule in every ...

Peabody City Council began discussions Monday on updating the city’s building, electrical and plumbing codes, which are more than two decades old and are increasingly out of step with modern ...

You might think that with all our modern technology and safety awareness, homes would have safe electrical systems by now.

Building codes usually come up in the context of safety – a properly constructed building can help prevent injury or death from fires, earthquakes, and extreme weather. But they’re also essential for ...