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Gable Roof - A steeply angled, triangular roof.
Galvanized Pipe - Iron pipe with a galvanized (zinc) coating.
Gambrel Roof - A ''barn-like'' roof, where the upper portion of the roof is less-steeply angled than the lower part.
General Lein - A broad-based claim against several properties owned by a defaulting party.
Georgian - A classic, English-style hose characterized by simple rectangular shape and multiple stories.
GFI - Ground Fault Interrupter. A type of circuit breaker required in areas where water is present.
Ginnie Mae - A wholly owned corporation created in 1968 within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to serve low-to moderate-income homebuyers.
Girder - A main supporting beam.
Government Mortgage - Any mortgage insured by a government agency, such as the FHA or VA.
Grantee - Any person who is given ownership of a piece of property.
Grantor - Any person who gives away ownership of a piece of property.
Gross Area - The sum total of all floor space, including areas such as stairways and closet space. Often measured based on external wall lengths.
Grouting - Material used around ceramic tile.
Gutter - The trough around the edge of the roof that catches and diverts rain.