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Boards nailed along eaves and rakes to provide secure edges for re-roofing with asphalt shingle after cutting back existing wood shingles.

A term relating to brake or extruded metal around the perimeter of a roof.

Edge-grain lumber has been sawed parallel to the pith of the log and approximately at right angles to the growth rings; i.e., the rings form an angle of 45 or more with the surface of the piece.

Nominal spacing between the edge of the glass product and the bottom of the glazing pocket (channel).

Additional layer of roofing material applied at the eaves to help prevent damage from water backup.

The part of the roof which extends beyond the side wall.

A formal contract which allows a party to use another party's property for a specific purpose, e.g. a sewer easement might allow one party to run a sewer line through a neighbor's property.

A metal strap used to secure gas hot water heaters to the framing or foundation of a house. It is intended to reduce the chances of having the water heater fall over in an earthquake and causing a gas leak.

A sum paid to the seller to show that a potential purchaser is serious about buying.

Errors and Omissions Insurance.