Foundation
What is the sloped framing member that supports the roof called?
Rafters or Trusses
What type of Asphalt shingles last 30 years on average
3 Dimensional shingles
What is the structural beam that sits right above the top of the door frame called?
Header
U-factor measures heat transfer rate. Does a lower U-factor mean it has better insulation or worse?
Better
Is Cast Iron Plumbing for Supplying or draining water?
Draining
What is the most common type of foundation in the US?
Slab on Grade
What type of roof has four sloping sides?
Hip Roof
What is another name for Popcorn Ceiling
Acoustical ceiling / acoustic ceiling
What is the name of the gas thats between double pained windows?
Argon Gas
Which type of plumbing is not allowed to be used for hot water supply lines?
PVC
This is because PVC softens and can warp at higher temperatures
What foundation type allows for access to plumbing and electrical systems under the home, but not enough room to walk around?
Crawl Space
What type of roof has only two sloping sides?
Gable Roof
What does LVP stand for?
Luxury Vinyl Plank
What is an egress window?
A window large enough for emergency escape
What is the purpose of a P-Trap under sinks?
What component is a piece of lumber that anchors the framing to the foundation?
Sill Plate
What is the most common roofing material in the U.S?
Asphalt Shingles
Studs on a wall are typically spaced out ___" or ____" apart.
16" or 24"
A bedroom door is typically ___ inches tall
80
What size breaker is commonly used for general lighting and receptacle circuits ?
15 - 20 amps, depending on the circuit design and wire
What are cracks in walls, uneven floors, and misaligned doors/windows a sign of?
Foundation settling
If a roof pitch is 4/12, what does that mean?
It means that the roof rises 4 inches for every 12 inches of horizontal run
What is the typical size of a floor joist in residential construction?
2x10 or 2x12
Fun Fact:
2×8 joists for short spans (up to ~12 feet).
2×10 joists for medium spans (12–16 feet).
2×12 joists for longer spans (up to ~18 feet).
What is typically the standard bedroom window size?
3 ft by 4 ft (36" x 48")
a 3-ton AC system will typically have a ___ to ___ amp breaker.
30-40 amp
The wire size for this will usually be 8 AWG copper but could be 10 AWG
AWG = American Wire Gauge
What are weep holes in brick foundations for?
Drainage of moisture behind walls
What are the three most common ways to vent a attic?
Gable Vents, Ridge Vents and Vented Soffit
What does LVL stand for?
Laminated Veneer Lumber
Fun Fact: If you need to carry loads across a wide opening that are more than 18 feet, it may be smart to use LVL so that the floor doesn't sag or feel bouncy.
What is a threshold for a door?
The bottom strip where the door meets the floor, providing a seal against drafts, water, and pests
A 1 ton system typically covers ____ to _____ SqFt
400-600
1 ton → ~400–600 sq ft
2 tons → ~800–1,200 sq ft
3 tons → ~1,200–1,800 sq ft
4 tons → ~1,600–2,400 sq ft
5 tons → ~2,000–3,000 sq ft