A transaction in which a buyer gives the builder a deposit to begin building, and the balance when the sale of the house closes. …
Splash Block
A slanted block used to divert runoff water from a downspout away from the foundation. …
Spline
A thin piece of wood, metal, or vinyl that secures a joint. In the case of a window screen, a wood or vinyl spline seals the screen fabric into a groove cut in the screen window or door. …
Sole Plate
The bottom horizontal component of a frame wall on which the studs sit. …
Solid-Core Door
A door with a solid interior. …
Soundboard
A special board used beneath the wallboard to reduce the transmission of sound through the wall. …