Glossary terms for letter 'E'


Earthworks
All operations involved in of earth, soil or rock.

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Excavating
Easement
An portion of land reserved by law for a specific use or purpose.
Easing
The process of planing edges of doors and windows which are too tight in their frames.

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Carpentry & Joinery
Eaves
The lower part of roof projecting beyond the wall face; usually finished with a fascia board.

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Carpentry & Joinery
Eaves Lining
Sheeting fitted as lining material to the eaves.

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Carpentry & Joinery
Edge Beam
A concrete beam at the edge of a concrete slab to provide additional structural strength.

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Concrete
Elbow
A pipe fitting used to change the direction of a pipeline.

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Plumbing & Gasfitting
Electrician
A licensed tradesperson who installs or repairs electric circuit wiring, appliances or equipment.

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Electrical
Elevation
A side view of the facade of a building.
Engineer
A person who is qualified and registered to carry out investigation, analysis and design engineering works.

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Building Consulting
Environmental Impact Study
A assessment of existing environmental conditions and the likely effect of the introduction of a proposed development.

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Building Consulting
Expansion joint
A control joint in construction which permits movement due to thermal effects.
Extension Of Time
An extension of the contract period granted to a contractor. The conditions for an extension of time are stated in the conditions of contract.