Homebuyer's Dictionary- T & G( Tongue and Groove)
T & G (TONGUE AND GROOVE)- A joint made by a tongue ( a rib on one edge of a board) that fits into a corresponding groove in the edge of another board to make a tight flush joint. Typically, the subfloor plywood is T & G. 
Homebuyer's Dictionary- O C- On Center
O C- ON CENTER- The measurement of spacing for studs, rafters, and joists in a building from the center of one member to the center of the next.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Manufactured Wood
MANUFACTURED WOOD- A wood product such as a truss, beam, gluelam, microlam or joist which is manufacutred out of smaller wood pieces and glued or mechanically fastened to form a larger piece. Often used to create a stronger member which may use less wood. Se also Oriented Stand Board (OSB).
What is your primary focus-Industrial/Commercial or Residential?
At JICI our focus is equally dispersed between the two areas of construction. We manage our industrial/commercial with the companies general superindentent, Bob Brady. Bob devotes his time and talent to organizing our internal manpower and subcontractors that specialize in industrial/commercial construction.
Our residential arm is managed by our residential superindentent, Phil Roberts. Phil contracts with our internal work forces and subcontractors that are accustomed to residential construction. We do not subscribe to the theory of "one size fits", we utilize the resources available to us for each distinct area within our company.
What is a Custom Home Builder?
A custom home builder is a general contractor that works very closely with a home owner during the entire process from the conception of a dream to the final completion of reality. It is allowing the home owner to have input on the entire process because we are building more than a house, we are building a major part of their lives. JICI is a custom home builder.
What are important qualities for a general contractor you are considering to hire?
The contractor must have an excellent reputation within the community, similar project experience, qualified personnel and the financial strength to promptly pay all of its vendors and subcontractors.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Hardware
HARDWARE- All of the “metal” fittings that go into the home when it is near completion. For example, door knobs, towel bars, handrail brackets, closet rods, house numbers, door closers, etc. The Interior Trim Carpenter installs the “hardware”.
What do we look for in an owner?
We expect the same things you do in selecting a general contractor. We want an owner who wants to work as a partner with us to complete this project. Honesty is an absolute must. When both parties are second guessing the other, it is very distracting and unnecessary. When changes are requested or need to be made that benefit the owner, we need the owner to quickly accept the financial responsibility or accept the fact the change will not occur. Promptly make payment when the invoices come due. Our subcontractors, as well as ourselves, rely on those payments when due to keep our business operation successful. Finally, communication is the single biggest problem and the easiest to correct.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Graduated Payment Mortgage
GRADUATED PAYMENT MORTGAGE (GPM)- A fixed-rate, fixed-schedule loan. It starts with lower payments than a level payment loan; payments rise annually, with the entire increase being used to reduce the outstanding balance. The increase in payments may enable the borrower to pay off a 30-year loan in 15 to 20 years, or less.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Grade
GRADE- Ground Level, or the elevation at any given point. Also the work of leveling dirt. Also the designated quality of a manufactured piece of wood.
Does JICI have design services?
If your design process has not been started, then JICI would welcome the opportunity to assist you with the design. JICI works very closely with several different architectural & engineering firms. We will select the firm(s) with the expertise that is best suited for your project. You should note, some projects do not require any outside design services.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Great Room
GREAT ROOM- A large open room in a private residence often featuring a high or vaulted ceiling and used especially for recreation and relaxation.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Glazing
GLAZING- A thin smooth shiny coating applied to the surface of paint or stain to modify the color tones.
Can JICI help me find property to build on?
We do work closely with several different real estate offices and real estate agents and can direct you to the agent that will fit your specific needs. Once a property is located, we can help you to determine whether your project can be built per the local planning & zoning laws.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Gable
GABLE- The end, upper, triangular area of a home, beneath the roof.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Frieze
FRIEZE- In house construction a horizontal member connecting the top of the siding with the soffit of the cornice.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Foundation Ties
FOUNDATION TIES- Metal wires that hold the foundation wall panels and rebar in place during the concrete pour.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Foundation
FOUNDATION- The supporting portion of a structure below the first floor construction, or below grade, including the footings.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Formica
FORMICA- A trademark used for a variety of high-pressure laminated plastic sheets of synthetic resin employed especially as heat-resistant and chemical resistant surfaces on tables and counters.
Homebuyer's Dictionary- Forced Air Heating
FORCED AIR HEATING- A common form of heating with natural gas, propane, oil or electricity as a fuel. Air is heated in the furnace and distributed through a set of metal ducts to various areas of the house.
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