Excavation

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• Finish Schedule

  A table in the drawings specifying the exact finish for every surface in every room — flooring, wall, ceiling, trim — so selections are d…

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  A flat, straight-on drawing of one face of a structure or wall (e.g., a kitchen wall elevation) showing heights and vertical relationship…

• Flashing

  Thin water-resistant material installed at joints and transitions (roof-to-wall, around windows and penetrations) to direct water away an…

• Electrician

  A licensed tradesperson who installs and maintains wiring, panels, circuits, and devices to code. Remodels that add circuits or move pane…

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  A scaled overhead view of a level showing walls, rooms, openings, and fixture locations. The primary drawing for understanding layout and…

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