Construction Glossary
385 construction terms sourced directly from our estimation engine — assemblies, components, materials, trades, and cost factors.
56 Materials240 Components36 Assemblys36 Labors17 Cost Drivers
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B
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Backer BoardComponent
●BacksplashAssembly
●Backsplash TileComponent
●Base CabinetsComponent
●Base ShoeComponent
●BaseboardComponent
●BaseboardComponent
●Bathroom SinkMaterial
●Batt Insulation R-19Material
●BlockingComponent
●BlockingComponent
●Bottom PlateComponent
●Breaker PanelMaterial
●Brick TiesComponent
●Base Prep & GradingComponent
C
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CabinetComponent
●Cabinet FillerComponent
●Cabinet HardwareComponent
●Cabinet TrimComponent
●CabinetryAssembly
●CarpenterLabor
●Carpenter HelperLabor
●CarpetMaterial
●CaulkComponent
●Ceramic TileMaterial
●Chimney FlueComponent
●Circuit BreakerComponent
●Closet RodComponent
●Closet SystemComponent
●ConcreteComponent
●Concrete FinisherLabor
●Concrete FootingsComponent
●Concrete FormsMaterial
●Concrete HelperLabor
●Concrete PaverMaterial
●Concrete SealerComponent
●Concrete SlabComponent
●CondenserComponent
●Corner BeadComponent
●CountertopComponent
●Countertop InstallerLabor
●Countertop SlabComponent
●CountertopsAssembly
●Cover PlateComponent
●Crown MoldingComponent
D
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DeckAssembly
●Deck FootingsComponent
●Deck FrameComponent
●Deck StainComponent
●Deck SurfaceComponent
●Difficult Site AccessCost Driver
●DishwasherComponent
●DoorComponent
●Door CasingComponent
●Door Foam SealantComponent
●Door FrameComponent
●Door HardwareComponent
●Door Sill Pan FlashingComponent
●Door SlabComponent
●Door StopComponent
●Door UnitComponent
●Double-Hung WindowMaterial
●DownspoutComponent
●Downspout ElbowComponent
●Drain LineComponent
●Drip EdgeComponent
●Drip Edge FlashingComponent
●DryerComponent
●DrywallAssembly
●Drywall FinisherLabor
●Drywall HelperLabor
●Drywall InstallerLabor
●Drywall ScrewsComponent
●Drywall SheetComponent
●Drywall TapeMaterial
●DuctworkComponent
E
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Edge ProfileComponent
●Edge TrimComponent
●ElectricalAssembly
●ElectricalComponent
●Electrical BoxMaterial
●Electrical HookupComponent
●Electrical PanelComponent
●Electrical WireComponent
●ElectricianLabor
●Electrician ApprenticeLabor
●End CapComponent
●ExcavationComponent
●ExcavationComponent
●Exhaust FanComponent
●Expedited Timeline PremiumCost Driver
●Extended Timeline DiscountCost Driver
●Exterior CaulkingComponent
●Exterior DoorComponent
●Exterior DoorMaterial
●Exterior Door CasingComponent
●Exterior Door HardwareComponent
●Exterior Door UnitComponent
●Exterior DoorsAssembly
●Exterior InstallerLabor
●Exterior Paint (gallon)Material
●Extreme Heat AdjustmentCost Driver
F
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Fascia BoardComponent
●FastenerComponent
●FastenersComponent
●FaucetComponent
●FaucetComponent
●Fence PanelComponent
●Fence PanelMaterial
●Fence PostComponent
●FencingAssembly
●Finish NailsComponent
●FireplaceAssembly
●FireplaceComponent
●Fixture InstallerLabor
●FlashingComponent
●Floor JoistComponent
●Floor LevelingComponent
●FlooringAssembly
●FlooringComponent
●Flooring HelperLabor
●Flooring InstallerLabor
●FoundationAssembly
●Foundation WallComponent
●FramingComponent
●Fuel Price SurchargeCost Driver
G
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Gas LineComponent
●Gas LineComponent
●Gas LineComponent
●GateComponent
●General LaborerLabor
●GFCI OutletsComponent
●GradingComponent
●GradingComponent
●Granite CountertopMaterial
●Gravel BaseComponent
●GrillComponent
●GroutComponent
●GroutComponent
●Gutter GuardComponent
●Gutter SealantComponent
●Gutter SectionComponent
●Gutters & DownspoutsAssembly
H
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Hanger BracketComponent
●Hardwood FlooringMaterial
●HeaderComponent
●Hearth PadComponent
●High Ceiling (>10ft)Cost Driver
●Historic Building RequirementsCost Driver
●HousewrapComponent
●HRV UnitComponent
●HVACAssembly
●HVAC DuctworkMaterial
●HVAC FilterMaterial
●HVAC HelperLabor
●HVAC Master TechLabor
●HVAC TechnicianLabor
●HVAC Unit (Deprecated)Component
●HVAC VentMaterial
I
J
L
M
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MantelComponent
●Master CarpenterLabor
●Master Concrete FinisherLabor
●Master ElectricianLabor
●Master Flooring InstallerLabor
●Master PainterLabor
●Master PlumberLabor
●Master RooferLabor
●Master Tile SetterLabor
●Material Shortage SurchargeCost Driver
●Metal LathComponent
●MicrowaveComponent
●Mini Split HeadComponent
●MirrorComponent
●MortarComponent
●MulchComponent
●Multi-Phase CoordinationCost Driver
O
P
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PaintComponent
●PainterLabor
●Painter HelperLabor
●Painter TapeComponent
●PaintingAssembly
●PatioAssembly
●Patio SurfaceComponent
●Paver EdgingComponent
●Pier SupportComponent
●Planting BedsComponent
●PlumberLabor
●Plumber ApprenticeLabor
●PlumbingAssembly
●PlumbingComponent
●Plumbing Fittings (set)Material
●Plywood 3/4"Material
●PoolAssembly
●Pool CopingComponent
●Pool DeckComponent
●Pool EquipmentComponent
●Pool HeaterComponent
●Pool PlumbingComponent
●Pool ShellComponent
●Porcelain TileMaterial
●Post CapsComponent
●Post FootingsComponent
●Premium Finish QualityCost Driver
●Pressure Treated Deck BoardMaterial
●Primary Roofing MaterialComponent
●Primary Siding MaterialComponent
●PrimerComponent
●Primer (gallon)Material
R
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RailingComponent
●RangeComponent
●Range HoodComponent
●Ready Mix ConcreteMaterial
●Rebar #4Material
●Refrigerant Line SetComponent
●RefrigeratorComponent
●RefrigeratorComponent
●ReinforcementComponent
●Remote Location SurchargeCost Driver
●Retaining WallComponent
●Return GrilleComponent
●Ridge CapComponent
●Ridge VentComponent
●Roof DeckComponent
●Roof DeckingComponent
●Roof FlashingMaterial
●Roof UnderlaymentComponent
●RooferLabor
●Roofer HelperLabor
●RoofingAssembly
●Roofing FeltMaterial
●Rough-In Wiring (Deprecated)Component
S
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Scratch CoatComponent
●Shelf BoardComponent
●Shelf BracketComponent
●Shelving & StorageAssembly
●ShinglesComponent
●ShowerAssembly
●Shower DrainComponent
●Shower EnclosureComponent
●Shower HeadComponent
●Shower PanComponent
●Shower TileComponent
●Shower ValveComponent
●Shutoff ValveComponent
●Shutoff ValveMaterial
●SidingAssembly
●SidingComponent
●Siding TrimComponent
●SinkComponent
●SinkComponent
●SiteworkComponent
●Skilled Labor ShortageCost Driver
●Small Project MinimumCost Driver
●SodComponent
●Soffit & FasciaAssembly
●Soffit PanelComponent
●Soffit VentComponent
●Splash BlockComponent
●Spray Foam InsulationMaterial
●StairsComponent
●Standard OutletMaterial
●Starter StripComponent
●Steep Roof PremiumCost Driver
●StructuralAssembly
●Structural HeaderComponent
●Structural SheathingComponent
●SubfloorComponent
●SubfloorComponent
●Supply LineComponent
●Supply RegisterComponent
●Support BracketComponent
●Support ColumnComponent
●SurroundComponent
●SwitchComponent
T
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Task LightingComponent
●Tear-OffComponent
●ThermostatComponent
●Thinset MortarComponent
●Thinset MortarComponent
●Thinset MortarMaterial
●Tile GroutMaterial
●Tile SetterLabor
●Tile Setter HelperLabor
●Tile TrimComponent
●Toe KickComponent
●ToiletComponent
●ToiletMaterial
●Top PlateComponent
●Transition StripsComponent
●Trim CaulkComponent
●Trim PaintComponent
●Trim & BaseboardsAssembly
●TubAssembly
●TubComponent
●Tub Drain & OverflowComponent
●Tub FillerComponent
●Tub Surround TileComponent
U
V
W
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Wall AnchorComponent
●Wall CabinetsComponent
●Wall CapComponent
●Wall FrameComponent
●Wall Framing (Deprecated - use STRUCTURAL)Assembly
●Wall StudComponent
●Wall TileAssembly
●Wall TileComponent
●WasherComponent
●Waterproof MembraneComponent
●WaterproofingAssembly
●Whole House FanComponent
●WindowComponent
●Window CasingComponent
●Window Flashing TapeComponent
●Window Foam SealantComponent
●Window SillComponent
●Window UnitComponent
●WindowsAssembly
●Winter Weather PremiumCost Driver
●Wood Screws (box)Material
●Wood StainComponent
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