Snagging
Snagging within the building /construction industry is a slang word relating to a snag document/form is issued to contactors and sub contractors towards the end of a project or phased work to outline and describe minor defects or omissions arising during the course of the work carried out. This inspection to identify defects within the finishing work construction prior to the final handover to the client is normally conducted a few weeks before the final handover to the client..
Soffit Board
Soffit Board
A horizontal board fixed to the underside of the rafters between the wall surface and facia board.
Also, the underside of an arch, beam, cornice and stairs.
See building components : Roof construction.
Solar Reflecting
Paints used to reduce the absorption of heat into otherwise dark surfaces. Can be white or aluminium.
Spalling is where the top surface becomes detached from the main body of the substrate.