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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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Kilopascal (kPa)

Construction; Plumbing

A metric unit for pressure. 100 kPa = one atmosphere.

Joint runner

Construction; Plumbing

Collar like device that keeps molten lead in place while sealing a joint in cast iron pipe.

Jehnni-bolts

Construction; Plumbing

Closet bolts, used to mount toilet bowls to the closet flange.

Jetport

Construction; Plumbing

Hydro-jet dip tube, which creates turbulence in the tank.

Jet

Construction; Plumbing

An orifice or other feature of a toilet that is designed to direct water into the trapway quickly to start the syphon action.

Leach field

Construction; Plumbing

Porous soil area, through which septic tank leach lines run, emptying the treated waste.

Laundry tray / tub

Construction; Plumbing

Very deep sink used in a laundry room for soaking or washing clothing.

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