Chp 9 - Construction Flashcards
What does footing do
Support the entire weight of the structure
What is a sill plate
Wooden support member laid on top of and bolted to the foundation wall
What does a sill plate do
Serve as the base for wall framing
3 Types of Frame Construction
1) Platform
2) Balloon
3) Post and Beam
Most common heating system in US
Forced Air
2 Types of heat pumps available
air and ground
3 Types of pipes used in plumbing
1) Cast Iron
2) Copper
3) PVC
Voltage
how much pressure the electrons in a circuit are under
Amperage
Aount of electrons moving through the circuit
Right to Cure Process
1) Written Notice of claim
2) Contractors response (21 days)
(14 days of inspection)
3) CLaimant’s response (30 days)
3 Costing Methoeds
1) Ccomparative unit method (square foot)
2) Segregated cost method (unit in place)
3) Quantity survey method
Eaves
Roof overhangs
Type of Insulation used in flat roofs, basement walls and cathedral ceilings
Rigid board insulation
