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Riser

Riser

RAY-zer Noun A vertical pipe, duct, or conduit that carries plumbing, electrical, and other systems from floor to floor in a multi-level building. Example usage: 'The electrical riser was installed...

Riser

RAY-zer Noun A vertical pipe, duct, or conduit that carries plumbing, electrical, and other systems from floor to floor in a multi-level building. Example usage: 'The electrical riser was installed...

Connection

Connection

kuh-nek-shuhn noun A link or bond between two or more things Example usage: The connection between the two walls is strong. Most used in: Construction projects in the United States....

Connection

kuh-nek-shuhn noun A link or bond between two or more things Example usage: The connection between the two walls is strong. Most used in: Construction projects in the United States....

Installation

Installation

In-stel-lay-shun Noun The process of connecting and setting up a device or piece of equipment. Example usage: 'We need to finish the installation of the new security system.' Most used...

Installation

In-stel-lay-shun Noun The process of connecting and setting up a device or piece of equipment. Example usage: 'We need to finish the installation of the new security system.' Most used...

Assembly

Assembly

uh-sem-blee Noun, verb The process of putting parts, components, or elements together to create a whole. Example usage: The tradesman assembled the shelves in a few hours. Most used in:...

Assembly

uh-sem-blee Noun, verb The process of putting parts, components, or elements together to create a whole. Example usage: The tradesman assembled the shelves in a few hours. Most used in:...

Fitting

Fitting

FITT-ing verb, noun The action of connecting two pieces of material together. Example usage: We'll need to fit the pipes together in order to complete the job. Most used in:...

Fitting

FITT-ing verb, noun The action of connecting two pieces of material together. Example usage: We'll need to fit the pipes together in order to complete the job. Most used in:...

Interceptor

Interceptor

In-ter-sep-ter Noun A device designed to prevent the flow of a liquid or gas Example usage: The plumber installed an interceptor to protect the pipes from further damage. Most used...

Interceptor

In-ter-sep-ter Noun A device designed to prevent the flow of a liquid or gas Example usage: The plumber installed an interceptor to protect the pipes from further damage. Most used...

Catch basin

Catch basin

Kech bas-uhn Noun A drainage system component used to collect surface water run-off Example usage: The workers dug a hole and installed a catch basin to collect the rain water....

Catch basin

Kech bas-uhn Noun A drainage system component used to collect surface water run-off Example usage: The workers dug a hole and installed a catch basin to collect the rain water....

Curb Box

Curb Box

kɜːrb bɒks noun A box used to house electrical wiring at the edge of a sidewalk or driveway. Example usage: 'Be careful not to trip on the curb box when...

Curb Box

kɜːrb bɒks noun A box used to house electrical wiring at the edge of a sidewalk or driveway. Example usage: 'Be careful not to trip on the curb box when...

Curbcock

Curbcock

Kerb-kawk Noun A shut-off valve for a water supply line located outside a building or home. Example usage: 'We need to check the curbcock to make sure it's working properly.'...

Curbcock

Kerb-kawk Noun A shut-off valve for a water supply line located outside a building or home. Example usage: 'We need to check the curbcock to make sure it's working properly.'...

Curb Stop

Curb Stop

kɜrb stɒp noun A fitting placed at the edge of a pavement or sidewalk to prevent vehicles from driving onto it. Example usage: The contractor installed a curb stop at...

Curb Stop

kɜrb stɒp noun A fitting placed at the edge of a pavement or sidewalk to prevent vehicles from driving onto it. Example usage: The contractor installed a curb stop at...

Onsite Sewage Facility

Onsite Sewage Facility

awn-site soo-ij fuh-sil-i-tee Onsite, Sewage, Facility A sewage treatment system located on a property. Example usage: The plumber installed an onsite sewage facility for the new house. Most used in:...

Onsite Sewage Facility

awn-site soo-ij fuh-sil-i-tee Onsite, Sewage, Facility A sewage treatment system located on a property. Example usage: The plumber installed an onsite sewage facility for the new house. Most used in:...

Septic Tank System

Septic Tank System

sep-tik tank sis-tem Septic, Tank, System A system of underground tanks used to process wastewater from a home or commercial building. Example usage: The contractor is installing a septic tank...

Septic Tank System

sep-tik tank sis-tem Septic, Tank, System A system of underground tanks used to process wastewater from a home or commercial building. Example usage: The contractor is installing a septic tank...