A gasket that seals the joint between the bottom of a toilet and the drain piping. This prevents water leakage and the escape of sewer gases. …
Tongue and Groove
Lumber with a small groove down one side of each board and a protruding piece (tongue) on the other side that fits into the groove when the boards are installed. …
Thermostat
A control that automatically turns on a heater, furnace, or air conditioner when room temperature reaches a set level. …
Thermostatic Control
A device used to regulate the point at which the burner for the water heater is activated. …
Third-Party Origination
In a third-party origination transaction, the lender has another institution originate all or part of a mortgage. …
Three-Way Switch
A three-way switch controls one or more lights from two different locations. These are often placed at both ends of a stair or hallway. …