Definition of the term Convertibility
The ability to change a loan from an adjustable rate schedule to a fixed rate schedule.
Definition of the term Footings
Wide pours of cement reinforced with re-bar (reinforcing bar) that support foundation walls, pillars, or posts. Footings are part of the foundation and are often poured before the foundation walls.
Definition of the term Muriatic Acid
Commonly used as a brick cleaner after masonry work is completed.
Definition of the term Sealant
An elastomeric material with adhesive qualities applied between components of a similar or dissimilar nature to provide an effective barrier against the passage of the elements.
Definition of the term Wall Out
When a painter spray paints the interior of a home.
Definition of the term Attic Access
An opening that is placed in the dry-walled ceiling of a home providing access to the attic.
Definition of the term Cooling Load
The amount of cooling required to keep a building at a specified temperature during the summer, usually 78 Fahrenheit, regardless of outside temperature.
Definition of the term Forced Air Heating
A common form of heating with natural gas, propane, oil or electricity as a fuel. Air is heated in the furnace and distributed through a set of metal plastic ducts…
Definition of the term Mushroom
An unacceptable occurrence when the top of a caisson concrete pier spreads out and hardens to become wider than the foundation wall thickness.
Definition of the term Sealer
A finishing material, either clear or pigmented, that is usually applied directly over uncoated wood for the purpose of sealing the surface.