Home Improvement Terms and Definitions

Storm windows Storm windows are permanently installed and open with a screen slid for ventilation while they are meant to be placed over double hung windows. Paint deterioration A condition where a poor latex paint or builder's flat application breaks down beneath the wallpaper because of improper wall preparation. Any time a poor grade of latex paint is on the wall surface, the paint will not be able to withstand the drying pres Payment schedule A pre-agreed upon schedule that includes the paydays and payments, based on the amount of work that needs to be done. A payment schedule can also entail any deposits that have been made prior to the start of the project and it may leave ?hold-outs? to set Standard practices on the trade Standard practices of the trade refer to the basic construction standards and the expectations for a specific job, based on an average professional in the field. Ice dams Ice dams are walls of ice that build up, usually, at the edge of the roof, creating a backed up pool of water behind it, leaving the possibility of leaking into the house. Contractor A conctractor is a person that provides services to someone else under specific terms documented in the contract that is signed before the begin of the project. Permit A permit is an authorization from the government to begin with the building of a certain project: Zoning permit (for the use of the property), septic permit ( permit from health department to build or modify septic system), grading permit (permission to c Bedding Bedding is a layer that provides support, usually for heavy materials, such as bricks. Construction contract Legal document that states all important aspects of the construction project, such as: the contractor's registration number, statement of work quality, blue prints, specs, allowances, timetables, fixed price, payment schedule, warranties, clause to refers Moisture-resistant drywall Also called blueboard or greenboard; a moisture-resistant (not waterproof) type of wallboard that can withstand high levels of humidity, often used in bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

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	There are reasons for high energy bills One reason for high energy bills is an increase in the price of electricity or heating fuel. However, it is common to trace high energy bills to an in-efficient component (windows, heating and cooling equipment, ducts insulation) of your home or a failure