| A/C Condenser |
The outside fan unit of the Air Conditioning system. It removes the heat from the freon gas and "turns" the gas back into a liquid and pumps the liquid back to the coil in the furnace.
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| Aerator |
The round screened screw-on tip of a sink spout. It mixes water and air for a smooth flow.
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| Air Space |
The area between insulation facing and interior of exterior wall coverings. Normally a 1" air gap.
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| Anchor Bolts |
Bolts to secure a wooden sill plate to concrete, or masonry floor or wall.
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| Apron |
A trim board that is installed beneath a window sill.
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| Architect |
One who has completed a course of study in building and design, and is licensed by the state as an architect. One who draws up plans.
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| Area Wells |
Corrugated metal or concrete barrier walls installed around a basement window to hold back the earth.
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| Astragal |
A molding, attached to one of a pair of swinging double doors, against which the other door strikes.
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| Attic Ventilators |
In houses, screened openings provided to ventilate an attic space.
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