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bar clamp

Construction; Home remodeling

Has a clamping device built on a flat bar, which is usually made of steel. The length of the bar determines the capacity of the clamp, which is the dimension of the largest object ...

backsaw

Construction; Home remodeling

Is a thick-bladed saw with a stiff, reinforced back to provide the rigidity necessary in precision cutting. It varies in length from 10" to 30" and is found in tooth counts from ...

backfill

Construction; Home remodeling

The gravel or earth replaced in the space around a building wall after foundations are in place.

angle level

Construction; Home remodeling

Locates angles and pitches (slopes) from 0 to 90 degrees. It is commonly used when installing drain lines to check for proper fall of pipe and generally reads slope or pitch with ...

angle vise

Construction; Home remodeling

Contains marked adjustments to permit clamping at different angles. It can also be adjusted to a flat position and used as a regular vise.

apron

Construction; Home remodeling

A paved area, such as the juncture of a driveway with the street or with a garage entrance.

arc fault circuit interrupter

Construction; Home remodeling

An arc fault occurs when the insulation surrounding wire and cable is damaged or deteriorates. The arc fault can flare at temperatures in excess of 10,000ºF and ignite surrounding ...