Measuring device for the flow of water in a structure, usually recorded for billing purposes.
Water pipe
Pipe which carries potable (drinkable) water through a building.
Water pressure
The rate, measured in terms of pounds per square inch (psi), with which water flows into a house. Normal pressure is between 50 psi and 60 psi, and should not drop below 30 psi or rise higher than 80 psi.
Water pump pliers
Pliers, that have extremely adjustable jaws at an angle to the handle, which gives better grip or leverage.
Water resistant
The ability to not absorb water easily.
Water resistant panels
Gypsum wallboard, which has a water resistant paper covering a core that has had asphalt compounds added to it. Fiberglass mesh tape is used to tape the joints with water-resistant joint compound sealing them. Also called WR panels, moisture resistant panels, or greenboard, they are used where moisture is present, such as in a bathroom.
Water retentivity
The ability of masonry to retain water without losing it into adjacent units.
Water right
The legal right of a landowner to the water found on his property.
Water seal gasket, roll
Water service
Potable (drinking) water supply to a structure from a water main or well system.
