Glossary of Terms

The A-Z of Building Terms that you will find in our reports

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Offshoot:

The secondary part at the rear of a traditional house or other building, often of slightly inferior construction and commonly housing the kitchen and bathroom (otherwise known as a back addition or outrigger).

Overflow pipe:

A pipe discharging from a storage tank or w.c. cistern which allows excess water to drain off when it overfills for any reason.

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