R-Factor
A way to measure the insulating value orresistance to heat flow through a material or anobject The more effective the insulation, thehigher the R-Value …
R-Factor
A way to measure the insulating value orresistance to heat flow through a material or anobject. The more effective the insulation, thehigher the R-Value it will have.
R-Value
Insulation’s R-Factor multiplied by theamount of material See: R-Factor
R-Value
Insulation’s R-Factor multiplied by theamount of material. See: R-Factor
R.E.I.T.(Real Estate Investment Trusts)
A method of investing in real estate in a group, with certain tax advantages Federal and state statutes dictate procedure
R.E.I.T.(Real Estate Investment Trusts)
A method of investing in real estate in a group, with certain tax advantages. Federal and state statutes dictate procedure.
R.E.O.
RAA
See: Residential Accredited Appraiser
RAA
See: Residential Accredited Appraiser.
Rabbet
A method of joining or fitting together wood by cutting a deep groove in one piece to allow the other to be fitted against …
Rabbet
A method of joining or fitting together wood by cutting a deep groove in one piece to allow the other to be fitted against it.
Raceway
A pipe carrying electrical wiring, having outlets at close intervals
Raceway
A pipe carrying electrical wiring, having outlets at close intervals.
Radiant Heating
A heating system using electrical coils, or pipes in the ceilings, walls, or floors, which heat with steam, hot water, or hot air
Radiant Heating
A heating system using electrical coils, or pipes in the ceilings, walls, or floors, which heat with steam, hot water, or hot air.
Radiator
An old fashioned, cast iron, ribbed heating fixture using hot water Most modern systems use air for heating, because water or steam systems are …
Radiator
An old fashioned, cast iron, ribbed heating fixture using hot water. Most modern systems use air for heating, because water or steam systems are more expensive.
Radon
A gas in soil that can enter a structure and cause health problems for the occupants Since radon is odorless, colorless and tasteless, a …
Radon
A gas in soil that can enter a structure and cause health problems for the occupants. Since radon is odorless, colorless and tasteless, a test must be run to determine its presence.
Rafter
Sloped support beams that follow the pitchof the roof and serve to hold the outer roofcovering See: Joist and Rafters
Rafter
Sloped support beams that follow the pitchof the roof and serve to hold the outer roofcovering. See: Joist and Rafters.
Rafters
Load-bearing timbers of a roof Flat roof rafters are usually called joists
Rafters
Load-bearing timbers of a roof. Flat roof rafters are usually called joists.