Question 1

What is Trade Code Wizard?

Accepted Answer

Trade Code Wizard is an AI-powered building code assistant that gives tradespeople instant, jurisdiction-aware answers for plumbing (IPC, UPC), electrical (NEC), and HVAC work, plus built-in calculators for pipe sizing, vent sizing, conduit fill, and fixture units.

Question 2

Which codes and trades does it cover?

Accepted Answer

It covers plumbing (International Plumbing Code and Uniform Plumbing Code), electrical (National Electrical Code / NFPA 70), and HVAC/mechanical code, with answers tailored for plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians.

Question 3

Is Trade Code Wizard a subscription?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Trade Code Wizard is a subscription service with a free trial for new users. Sign up at tradecodewizard.com to get started.

Question 4

What calculators are included?

Accepted Answer

Built-in calculators include pipe sizing, gas pipe sizing, pipe offset, vent sizing, conduit fill, voltage drop, and service/load calculations, alongside reference tables for wire sizing, fixture units, occupancy loads, egress, and energy code.

Question 5

Can I use it in the field on my phone?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Trade Code Wizard is a web app that works on phones, tablets, and desktops, so you can look up code requirements and run calculations right on the jobsite.

Question 6

Who builds Trade Code Wizard?

Accepted Answer

Trade Code Wizard is built by Pine Digital Designs, a software studio based in Tacoma, Washington.