Takeoff and Estimating Glossary

A36 Steel

A36 Steel is a commonly used structural steel grade known for its strength, weldability, and versatility in construction applications.

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ABS

ABS is a durable, lightweight thermoplastic commonly used for plumbing in buildings because it is strong, corrosion-resistant, and easy to install.

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ABS Pipe

ABS pipe is a durable and lightweight plastic pipe, made from acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, that’s widely used to carry waste and vent gases in plumbing systems.

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Acid Rain

Acid rain is a phenomenon that happens when air pollution mixes with rain, snow, or other moisture before falling to the ground. This type of pollution, often called acid deposition, can slowly affect buildings, metal surfaces, soil, water, and plant life.

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ACM (Asbestos-Containing Material)

Asbestos-Containing Material, also known as ACM, refers to any type of material or product that contains more than 1% asbestos by weight.

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Aggregate

Aggregate is a mix of materials like sand, gravel, crushed stone, and recycled concrete that are added to concrete and other building materials to make them stronger, more stable, and bigger. These materials are commonly referred to as construction aggregate and are widely used across different types of building and infrastructure projects.

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