Construction Glossary
202 construction terms sourced directly from our estimation engine — assemblies, components, materials, trades, and cost factors.
56 Materials54 Components39 Assemblys36 Labors17 Cost Drivers
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CabinetComponent
CabinetryAssembly
CarpenterLabor
Carpenter HelperLabor
CarpetMaterial
Ceramic TileMaterial
Closet SystemAssembly
Closet SystemComponent
ConcreteComponent
Concrete FinisherLabor
Concrete FormsMaterial
Concrete HelperLabor
Concrete PaverMaterial
CountertopComponent
Countertop InstallerLabor
CountertopsAssembly
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ElectricalAssembly
ElectricalComponent
Electrical BoxMaterial
ElectricianLabor
Electrician ApprenticeLabor
Exhaust FanComponent
Expedited Timeline PremiumCost Driver
Extended Timeline DiscountCost Driver
Exterior CaulkingComponent
Exterior DoorComponent
Exterior DoorMaterial
Exterior DoorsAssembly
Exterior InstallerLabor
Exterior Paint (gallon)Material
Extreme Heat AdjustmentCost Driver
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FasciaComponent
FaucetAssembly
FaucetComponent
Fence PanelComponent
Fence PanelMaterial
Fence PostComponent
FencingAssembly
FireplaceAssembly
FireplaceComponent
Fixture InstallerLabor
FlashingComponent
FlooringAssembly
FlooringComponent
Flooring HelperLabor
Flooring InstallerLabor
FoundationAssembly
Fuel Price SurchargeCost Driver
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PaintComponent
PainterLabor
Painter HelperLabor
PaintingAssembly
PatioAssembly
PlumberLabor
Plumber ApprenticeLabor
PlumbingAssembly
PlumbingComponent
Plumbing Fittings (set)Material
Plywood 3/4"Material
PoolAssembly
Pool EquipmentComponent
Pool ShellComponent
Porcelain TileMaterial
Premium Finish QualityCost Driver
Pressure Treated Deck BoardMaterial
Primer (gallon)Material
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ShelvingComponent
Shelving & StorageAssembly
ShinglesComponent
Shower / TubAssembly
Shower EnclosureComponent
Shower TileComponent
Shower ValveComponent
Shutoff ValveMaterial
SidingAssembly
SidingComponent
SinkAssembly
SinkComponent
Skilled Labor ShortageCost Driver
Small Project MinimumCost Driver
SoffitComponent
Soffit & FasciaAssembly
Spray Foam InsulationMaterial
Standard OutletMaterial
Steep Roof PremiumCost Driver
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