Glossary

Definitions for terms you'll see in our guides and service pages.

• Licensed plumber
• Journeyman plumber
• Master plumber
• HVAC
• EPA certification
• HVAC technician
• State license
• Apprenticeship
• Emergency plumber
• Verified provider
• Master electrician
• Journeyman electrician
• NEC code
• GFCI
• Circuit breaker panel
• Knob and tube wiring
• Roofing square
• Flashing
• Soffit
• Fascia
• Ice dam
• Finish carpentry
• Rough carpentry
• Framing
• Load-bearing wall
• Crown molding
• Lead paint
• Primer
• VOC
• Color matching
• Hardscape
• Softscape
• Irrigation system
• Retaining wall
• Deep cleaning
• Move-out cleaning
• Post-construction cleaning
• Green cleaning
• Bill of lading
• DOT number
• Binding estimate
• Long-distance move
• General contractor
• Building permit
• Punch list
• Change order
• Scope of work
• Bonded contractor
• Workers compensation
• Liability insurance