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Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code Training

Build It Right the First Time. Avoid Rework and Delays.
Inspection corrections, redesigns, and missed details can cost contractors valuable time and profit. This Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) training is designed specifically for building contractors who want clearer expectations, smoother plan approvals, and fewer surprises during inspections.
Offered in person or live online, this one-day session focuses on the code issues that most often cause rework, failed inspections, and schedule delays on residential projects.

Why Contractors Attend
• ✔️ Learn what causes the most common inspection corrections
• ✔️ Understand UDC requirements before plans are submitted or construction begins
• ✔️ Reduce costly framing, foundation, and mechanical rework
• ✔️ See real plan reviews and jobsite photos of frequent problem areas
• ✔️ Earn 6 approved continuing education credits

Course Overview – Uniform Dwelling Code
This course provides a practical, job-focused deep dive into separated building design, covering projects from two separated duplexes (four dwelling units) up to four separated duplexes (eight dwelling units). Participants will walk through plan reviews step-by-step and review on-site photos highlighting construction details that commonly result in corrections.
Key topics include:
• Separated building layouts that trigger plan review issues
• Framing details that frequently fail inspection
• Treated wood foundations and shallow frost-protected foundations
• Gas venting requirements that often require corrections
• HVAC duct installation issues that delay approvals
• Common load path problems in single-family homes
Who Should Attend
• Building contractors
• Dwelling Contractor Qualifiers
• Professionals responsible for residential design, construction, and compliance

Class Details
• Format: In-person or virtual
• Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Registration begins at 7:00 a.m.
Morning & afternoon breaks plus a one-hour lunch
• Cost: $150 per session
• Lunch included for in-person attendees
• All course materials provided online prior to class
• CEU’S 6 hours Approved for:
UDC Building Inspector, Dwelling Contractor Qualifier, and UDC HVAC Inspector

Training Dates & Locations
Eau Claire, WI
• Thursday, February 5
Green Bay, WI
• Wednesday, February 18
Lake Delton, WI
• Thursday, February 12
• Tuesday, March 10
Wauwatosa, WI
• Thursday, February 26
• Thursday, March 12

Register Early
Avoid delays before they happen. Register online using the QR Code and build with confidence in 2026.

Wisconsin 2021 Commercial Building Code Training

Inspection failures and plan review comments can lead to costly redesigns, rework, and schedule delays. This Commercial Building Code Update is designed for building inspectors, building contractors, and design professionals who want a clear, practical understanding of the transition from the 2015 IBC to the 2021 IBC, including Wisconsin-specific amendments that directly affect commercial construction.
Available in person or live online, this one-day training focuses on the code issues that most often cause inspection corrections and approval delays—so you can address them before construction begins.

• ✔️ Learn the 2021 IBC changes that most commonly result in failed inspections
• ✔️ Understand Wisconsin amendments that impact how inspectors enforce the code
• ✔️ Reduce field corrections by applying code requirements correctly the first time
• ✔️ Gain insight into inspection expectations that help projects move faster
• ✔️ Earn 6 approved continuing education credits

Course Overview – Commercial Building Code
This interactive course highlights the most impactful changes in the 2021 International Building Code and the Wisconsin modifications that alter its application. The focus is on code provisions that frequently affect plan approval, inspections, and final sign-off on commercial projects.
Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of:
• Code changes that trigger inspection corrections
• Requirements that are commonly misunderstood or overlooked
• How to apply the 2021 IBC correctly on Wisconsin commercial projects

Class Details
• Format: In-person or virtual
• Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
o Registration and check-in begin at 7:00 a.m.
o Morning & afternoon breaks plus a one-hour lunch
• Cost: $150 per session
• Lunch included with in-person attendance
• All course materials provided online prior to class
• CEU’s 6 hours approved for:
Commercial Building Inspector and Dwelling Contractor Qualifier

Training Dates & Locations
Eau Claire, WI
• Wednesday, February 4 – Commercial Building Code Update
Green Bay, WI
• Thursday, February 19 – Commercial Building Code Update
Lake Delton, WI
• Monday, March 9 – Commercial Building Code Update
Wauwatosa, WI
• Wednesday, February 25 – Commercial Building Code Update

Register Today
Get the code right before the inspector arrives. Register online using the QR code and set your commercial projects up for first-pass approval in 2026.

Wisconsin Plumbing Code Training

Reduce Rework. Avoid Corrections. Keep Projects Moving.

Plumbing corrections can cause costly tear-outs, reinspection delays, and schedule overruns. This Plumbing Code Update is designed for plumbing professionals who want a clearer understanding of inspection expectations and code requirements—before work begins.
Offered in person or live online, this one-day training focuses on the plumbing issues that most often lead to failed inspections and jobsite delays, helping you get it right the first time.

Why Contractors Should Attend
• ✔️ Learn common plumbing issues that trigger inspection corrections and rework
• ✔️ Understand current plumbing code requirements that impact project timelines
• ✔️ Reduce delays caused by indirect and local waste piping issues
• ✔️ Gain clarity on venting requirements and water calculations that often fail inspection
• ✔️ Earn 6 approved continuing education credits

Course Overview – Plumbing Code
The morning session includes a mock UDC Plumbing Inspector exam in small breakout groups, followed by open discussion to review key topics and common problem areas. This practical approach helps contractors understand how plumbing systems are evaluated during inspection.
The afternoon session focuses on “What to Expect When You’re Inspecting,” with real-world guidance on inspection priorities, a water calculation worksheet, and clear venting do’s and don’ts—all aimed at reducing corrections and reinspection.

Class Details
• Format: In-person or virtual
• Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
o Registration and check-in begin at 7:00 a.m.
o Includes morning and afternoon breaks and a one-hour lunch
• Cost: $150 per session
• Lunch included with in-person attendance
• All class materials provided online prior to the session
• CEU’s 6 hours Approved for:
Commercial Plumbing Inspector, UDC Plumbing Inspector, Journeyman Plumber ( also restricted appliance & service), and Master Plumber (also restricted appliance & service)

Training Dates & Locations
Eau Claire, WI
• Friday, February 6 – Plumbing Code Update
Green Bay, WI
• Friday, February 20 – Plumbing Code Update
Lake Delton, WI
• Wednesday, March 11 – Plumbing Code Update
Wauwatosa, WI
• Friday, March 27 – Plumbing Code Update

Register Early
Plumbing corrections are expensive and time-consuming.
Register online using the QR code and keep your projects on schedule in 2026.

Wisconsin Electrical Code Training

Stay Licensed. Stay Compliant. Stay Working.

Get the electrical code updates you need to keep your license current and your jobs moving. These one-day training sessions deliver practical code guidance, real-world examples, and 6 continuing education credits—available in person or online.

Why Electricians Attend
• ✔️ Understand key changes to Wisconsin’s Electrical Codes & 2021 Energy Code
• ✔️ Earn 6 CE credits in one day
• ✔️ Learn how code changes impact installations and inspections
• ✔️ Ask questions during live Code Panel discussions
• ✔️ Lunch included with in-person attendance

Courses Offered
• Commercial Electrical Code Update
Designed specifically for Wisconsin electricians, this course highlights key code changes affecting commercial electrical installations throughout Wisconsin. Learn how new requirements impact your work, avoid costly corrections, and engage in an interactive Code Panel discussion covering real-world challenges from across the state.

• 1 & 2 Family Electrical Code Update
Designed for Wisconsin residential electricians, this session delivers clear, practical guidance on the 2017 NEC and SPS 316 to help you install with confidence and avoid corrections. Ideal for both new and experienced electricians, the course wraps up with a statewide Code Panel discussion covering current residential code issues and trends.

Details
• 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Check-in at 7:00 a.m.
• $150 per session
• In-person or live virtual
• CEU’s 6 hours approved for:
Commercial Electrical Inspector, UDC–Electrical Inspector, Industrial Journeyman Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Registered Electrician, Residential Journeyman Electrician, and Residential Master Electrician.

Locations:
Eau Claire, WI
• Monday, February 2 – Commercial Electrical Code Update
• Tuesday, February 3 – 1 & 2 Family Electrical Code Update
Green Bay, WI
• Monday, February 16 – Commercial Electrical Code Update
• Tuesday, February 17 – 1 & 2 Family Electrical Code Update
• Monday, March 16 – Commercial Electrical Code Update
• Tuesday, March 17 – 1 & 2 Family Electrical Code Update
Lake Delton, WI
• Tuesday, February 10 – Commercial Electrical Code Update
• Wednesday, February 11 – 1 & 2 Family Electrical Code Update
Wauwatosa, WI
• Wednesday, March 25 – Commercial Electrical Code Update
• Thursday, March 26 – 1 & 2 Family Electrical Code Update

Register Today
All class details and registration instructions are available online use the QR code
Space is limited—secure your seat now!

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