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NYRE Construction

NY Real Estate - Construction and Environmental Issues - Chp 7A

TermDefinition
amperage A unit measure of electricity.
basement One or more floors of a building that are either completely or partially below the ground floor.
beam A horizontal structural member that supports a floor. Beams are typically wood, cold formed metal framing or steel.
bearing walls Structural walls that transfer building loads down to the foundation. Joists, beams, and roofs are typically supported by bearing walls.
blueprint Architectural drawings that describe the layout and construction of a house.
BTU/British Thermal Unit The amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree F. This is the standard measurement used to state the amount of energy that a fuel has as well as the amount of output of any heat generating device.
building envelope Refers to the massing or bulk of a building. Typically defined by the exterior walls of a building.
circuit breaker The safety valves for electrical systems. It interrupts an electric circuit when an unusual condition arises such as lightning and malfunctioning appliances. Unlike a fuse, it can be reset.
crawl space Shallow space between the underside of the first floor of a house and the ground.
eave The section of the roof that overhangs the walls of a house.
fascia Architectural term for a band running horizontally and situated vertically under a roof edge, or which forms the outer surface of a cornice, visible to an observer. Typically consisting of a wooden board or sheet metal.
flashing Sheet metal used at wall and roof junctions and around chimneys to prevent water entry.
footing Concrete set in the soil (foundation bed) that support the foundation of the house.
foundation walls The part of the structure, typically below grade, upon which all other construction is built.
fuse A device used in electrical systems to protect against excessive current.
girder A primary horizontal structural element. Typically a deep beam in which smaller joists or beams frame into.
headers Local horizontal structural elements used in wood framing to span doors and windows.
joists Horizontal timbers, beams or bars supporting a floor.
lally columns Rounded columns that serve as a structural post. Typically found in basements and are made of steel or iron.
percolation rate The rate, usually expressed as inches per hour or inches per day, at which water moves through soil.
pitch Also known as the slope. Typically used in describing the slope of a roof, driveway, sidewalk, etc.
plaster board/wall board Gypsum board panels that are typically used in interior wall construction. Wall board usually has a painted finish and are supported by wood or metal studs behind.
platform construction Wood frame construction commonly found in residential construction in which floors are supported by joists, beams, and bearing walls.
post and beam construction A type of construction in which the beams and joists are larger, allowing the floor to span longer than the typical 16” or 24” found in residential construction.
rafter The structural member or beam that supports the roof. It spans from the exterior wall to the ridge board of the peak of the roof.
R-value A measurement of the ability of insulation to slow the transfer of heat or cold. The higher the R value, the greater the insulation power.
septic system A small-scale sewage treatment system common in areas with no connection to main sewage pipes provided by local governments or private corporations.
sheathing Panels that cover the exterior wall. Typically made of plywood or exterior grade gypsum board.
siding A veneer cover found on the side of residential construction. Typically made of wood boards (horizontal), vinyl, or aluminum.
sill plates The bottom member of wood frame stud wall.
slab-on-grade construction A structure which does not include a basement. The first floor is made up of a concrete slab, which lays on the ground and supported by foundation walls.
soffit The underside of a roof overhang.
specifications A document provided by Architects that describe the quality of construction.
studs Vertical framing members found in wall construction. Typically placed 12”, 16” or 24” on center.
voltage Electromotive force or potential difference expressed in volts.
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