 Dictionary PARAPET WALL to PUTTY Parapet Wall - A party or firewall extending above the roofline. Any wall around a balcony. Parging - A coat of plaster or cement applied to masonry or concrete walls. Partition Wall - Dividing wall that has no load bearing function. Could be removed without affecting the structural integrity of the building. Performing Intended Function - It works! Pier - A column used to support other structural members. Pitch - The slope of the roof or the degree of roof inclined expressed as the ratio of the rise, in feet, to the span, in feet. Pitched Roof - The roof that has one or more sloping surfaces. Plumb - Perpendicular, been perfectly vertical. Plywood - A wood made of three or more layers glued together to make one board. PPM - Parts per million Primer - A basecoat or first coat of paint. Putty - Typically refers to the glazing compound used on windows to hold the glass in the frame. | Welcome to BIS | About BIS | Home Inspections | Get Started | Technical FAQ | Contact us |
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