Ceiling Joist
A horizontal structural member that supports the ceiling of a…
Circuit Breaker
A safety device in an electrical panel that automatically shuts off the power to a circuit when it detects an overload or short circuit. For example, a circuit breaker will trip if too many appliances are plugged into one outlet.
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Cement Board
A durable, water-resistant building material used as a backing for…Conduit
A protective tube or pipe through which electrical wires or…Column
A vertical structural element that supports the weight of a…Chimney Cap
A protective covering at the top of a chimney, designed…Condensation
The process by which water vapor in the air turns…
Caulk
A flexible material used to seal joints or seams against…Cavity Wall
A type of wall construction that includes a space or…
