Construction Terms Beginning with E

Electrical

Earth Rod

What is an earth rod? Plain-English guide to earth electrodes and earthing systems in domestic electrical installations - when ...

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Earthing

What is earthing in electrical installations? Plain-English definition of earthing and bonding in UK buildings, the different e...

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Eaves

What are eaves on a roof? Plain-English definition of eaves, the difference between open and closed eaves, ventilation requirem...

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Efflorescence

What is efflorescence on brickwork? Plain-English guide to the white powder staining on brick and block walls, what causes it, ...

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Electrical Bonding

What is electrical bonding? Plain-English guide to main equipotential bonding and supplementary bonding in domestic wiring - wh...

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Emergency Lighting

What is emergency lighting? Plain-English guide to emergency escape lighting and standby lighting - BS 5266, categories M, 1, 2...

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Enforcement Notice

What is a planning enforcement notice? Plain-English guide to enforcement action for unauthorised development - what an enforce...

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Engineering Brick

What is an engineering brick? Plain-English guide to Class A and Class B engineering bricks, their properties, uses in damp cou...

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EPC

What is an EPC? Plain-English guide to Energy Performance Certificates for buildings, EPC ratings A-G, when an EPC is required,...

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Expansion Vessel

What is an expansion vessel? Plain-English definition of expansion vessels in sealed central heating systems, how they work, co...

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