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Glossary group: E

Egress

  • March 5, 2021
  • Mike

A means of exiting the home. An egress window is required in every bedroom and basement. Normally a 4′ X 4′ window is the minimum size required

Eaves

  • March 5, 2021
  • Mike

The horizontal exterior roof overhang.

Easement

  • March 5, 2021
  • Mike

A formal contract which allows a party to use another party’s property for a specific purpose. e.g. A sewer easement might allow one party to run a sewer line through a neighbors property.

Earthquake Strap

  • March 5, 2021
  • Mike

A metal strap used to secure gas hot water heaters to the framing or foundation of a house. Intended to reduce the chances of having the water heater fall over in an earthquake and causing a gas leak.

Earnest Money

  • March 5, 2021
  • Mike

A sum paid to the seller to show that a potential purchaser is serious about buying.

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