grounding electrode conductor: the wire (conductor) that is used to join the metal portions of the electrical system (appliances, conduit, panels, etc.) to the neutral conductor and grounding electrode conductor at the service equipment
Grounding electrode system
grounding electrode system: all materials in a home that can carry current/are made of metal (underground water pipes, building frame, ground rods, etc.) shall be bonded together to form the grounding electrode system
Gutter
A rain gutter is a narrow trough which collects run-off rain from the roof and directs it to another location.
Heat exchanger
In an HVAC system, a device used to exchange heat produced by the heating system to the building air, without the building air and the heat source coming into contact with each other.
High loop
In home inspections, the high loop is commonly referred to as a method of attaching the drain line to the underside of the counter top. This creates an air break, intended to keep dirty drain water from an overflowing sink from possibly backing up into the dishwasher.
Ice dam
ice dam: an area of ice that forms (typically) at the bottom area of the roof over the soffit area. The water from melting snow (over the warm area of the roof) re-freezes when it gets to the colder area of the roof over the soffit. This can cause water to get under roofing materials which can eventually leak into the …
In-use cover
in-use cover: cover designed to protect electrical outlets and switches in wet locations; allows for a cord to be plugged into the outlet while still maintaining a water-proof seal.
Insulation
insulation: any number of different types of materials used to restrict the movement of heat into or out of the house. Common materials used for residential insulation include fiberglass, cellulose, and spray foam.
Intersystem bonding terminal
A terminal that is installed on the grounding electrode conductor that allows for connection of system ground wires from telephone, cable and satellite systems.
Joist
joist: any of the small wooden lumber or metal beams arranged parallel to one another, and used to support the roof, ceiling or floor of a house.