Perimeter Drain
A drainage system installed around the perimeter of a building’s…
Pitch
The angle of a roof’s slope, typically described in terms of the rise over the run. Example: The architect specified a steep pitch for the roof to ensure rapid water runoff in the rainy climate.
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