Bonding (Pools/Gas/Water)

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• Bond

  A surety bond is a guarantee from a third party that the contractor will complete the work (performance bond) or pay subs and suppliers (…

• Box Fill

  The NEC limit on how many conductors/devices fit in an electrical box. Overfilled boxes overheat and are a common inspection failure.

• Boiler

  A heating appliance that heats water for radiators, baseboard, or radiant floors (hydronic heat) rather than blowing warm air.

• Branch Circuit

  Wiring from a breaker to the outlets/devices it serves. Circuit count and dedicated circuits are core to any kitchen, bath, or addition.

• Blower Door Test

  A fan-and-gauge test measuring whole-house air leakage. Code increasingly requires a passing result after major remodels.

• Building Drain / Sewer Lateral

  The main drain leaving the house to the city sewer or septic. Aging clay/cast laterals are a major hidden-cost risk in older homes.

• Backwater Valve

  A check valve in the building drain preventing municipal sewer backups from flooding the home. A recommended add in basement remodels.

• Camera / Scope Inspection

  Running a camera down the sewer lateral to find breaks, bellies, or root intrusion before they become an emergency — wise before a major…