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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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corrosive water
Construction; Plumbing

A water condition of low pH (acid condition) that can corrode metal pipes, pool fixtures and pumps. (Unbalanced water).

cover
Construction; Plumbing

The top portion of a toilet seat, the top lid on a toilet's tank.

cowl
Construction; Plumbing

A short fitting used to join two pieces of pipe.

coupling
Construction; Plumbing

Vent pipe hood, which protects it from the elements. Straight, fitting with female connections at both ends.

crocus cloth
Construction; Plumbing

Finer than sandpaper grit on a cloth backing.

cross-connection
Construction; Plumbing

Any connection or situation that may allow wastewater to enter the supply system.

crow's foot
Construction; Plumbing

A PVC tee with twin outlets at right angles off the main.

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