Flashing Metal strips placed around chimneys, skylights, vents, windows, doors, beneath shingles and along seams in the roof to prevent water seepage. A set fee charged by a broker instead of a commission. Flat roof A roof with a level surface. The calculation of the floor area of all homes or buildings in a project. It is used in the planning and development of a site.
Float floor drain A drain that diverts water from the basement to a collection area.
Water is then removed with a sump pump. Floating wall Walls built to withstand movement in the basement floor. Flood insurance Hazard coveragethat is required in designated flood areas. Flood plain Flat, flood-prone areas located along waterways. Florida rooms Enclosed porches built on the side or back of a home.