Building inspectors can uncover problems that should be addressed in remodeling and also monitor compliance with building codes during construction.
Remodeling Glossary
Having trouble relating to some of the construction or remodeling jargon that you're not used to? Don't worry, you're not alone. Use the handy locator below to search the glossary for terms you'd like to understand better. It is alphabetized, and easy to use.
| Jamb | The wood that surrounds the door, and which the hinges are attached to on one side, and which the latch goes into on the other side of the door. |
| Jamb liner | In a modern double-hung window, the track installed inside the jambs on which the window sashes slide. |
| Joist | Part of the framing that provides the structure for a floor. In most homes, floor joists are made of 2x8s or larger lumber set on edge and spaced 16 inches apart, from center to center. |
