§ Chapter 7 IRC 2018
Wall Covering
11 entries from Chapter 7 of IRC 2018, organized by section number. Each entry covers what the code requires, why it exists, what inspectors look for, and common mistakes.
§ 01 Sections
All 11 entries.
Sorted by section number. Click any row for the full entry — answer, requirements, edition diff, related sections.
Section
Title
Question
R702.3
Drywall Thickness for Interior Walls and Ceilings — IRC 2018
R702.3
What drywall thickness is required on interior walls and ceilings?
What drywall thickness is required on interior walls and ceilings?
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R702.4.2
Shower Tile Backer Board Requirements — IRC 2018
R702.4.2
Is cement board required behind shower tile?
Is cement board required behind shower tile?
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R703.1
Exterior Siding Weather Protection Requirements — IRC 2018
R703.1
Does exterior siding have to be weatherproof or just decorative?
Does exterior siding have to be weatherproof or just decorative?
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R703.1
New Siding Over Old Siding — IRC 2018
R703.1
Can new siding be installed over old siding or sheathing?
Can new siding be installed over old siding or sheathing?
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R703.2
House Wrap Required Behind Siding — IRC 2018
R703.2
Is house wrap required behind siding under IRC 2018?
Is house wrap required behind siding under IRC 2018?
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R703.4
Exterior Wall Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018
R703.4
Where is flashing required on exterior walls?
Where is flashing required on exterior walls?
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R703.4
Horizontal Trim and Band Board Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018
R703.4
Do horizontal trim boards and band boards need flashing?
Do horizontal trim boards and band boards need flashing?
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R703.4
Window and Door Pan Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018
R703.4
Do windows need pan flashing under IRC 2018?
Do windows need pan flashing under IRC 2018?
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R703.6
Stucco WRB and Lath Code Requirements — IRC 2018
R703.6
What does code require behind stucco on wood framing?
What does code require behind stucco on wood framing?
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R703.7
Masonry Veneer Air Gap, Ties, and Flashing Requirements — IRC 2018
R703.7
Does brick or stone veneer need an air gap, ties, and flashing?
Does brick or stone veneer need an air gap, ties, and flashing?
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R703.7.4
Brick Veneer Weep Holes — IRC 2018 Requirements
R703.7.4
Are weep holes required in brick veneer walls?
Are weep holes required in brick veneer walls?
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