Definition of the term Vertical
Being or situated at right angles to the horizon; upright.
Definition of the term Approach
The area between the sidewalk and the street that leads to a driveway or the transition from the street as you approach a driveway.
Definition of the term Conduit (Electrical)
Tubing used to protect wiring.
Definition of the term Flow Rate
The rate by which water is discharged from an outlet. For example, the standard flow rate of a showerhead is 2.5 gallons per minute.
Definition of the term Mopping
In roofing, a layer of hot bitumen mopped between plies of roofing felt. Full mopping is the application of bitumen by mopping in such a manner that the surface being…
Definition of the term Sash Balance
A device, usually operated by a spring or tensioned weatherstripping designed to counterbalance double-hung window sash.
Definition of the term Veterans Administration (VA)
A federal agency that insures mortgage loans with very liberal down payment requirements for honorably discharged veterans and their surviving spouses.
Definition of the term Apron
A trim board that is installed beneath a window sill.
Definition of the term Console Lavatory
A table-like lavatory in which the basin is attached to a wall at the back and by table or piano legs at the front.
Definition of the term Flue
A pipe used to exhaust smoke, gas or air.