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Plumbing
Referring to the skilled trade of working with pipes and plumbing fixtures that provide water or drain waste.
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elbow
Construction; Plumbing
A pipe fitting with two openings that changes the direction of the line. Also called an ell. It comes in a variety of angles, from 22 1/2° to 90°.
escutcheon
Construction; Plumbing
A decorative metal flange or trim shield beneath a faucet handle that covers the faucet stem and the hole in the fixture or wall.
expansion tank
Construction; Plumbing
A tank designed to absorb excess pressure due to thermal expansion (e.g. closed system).
earthquake strap
Construction; Plumbing
A metal strap used to secure a water heater to the house frame or foundation.
efficiency
Construction; Plumbing
A product's ability to utilize input energy, expressed as a percentage.
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