01 / Glossary

Glossary

Bill of quantities

a list of works with quantities and unit prices.

Lump sum (paušal)

a fixed price for an item or group of works without a breakdown of quantities.

Shell construction

the structure: foundations, walls, slabs, roof structure, without installations or finishes.

Screed (estrih / glazura)

a cement layer over the floor slab or insulation that levels the floor before the final finish.

Waterproofing

protection against water and moisture, e.g. in bathrooms, on terraces and roofs.

Grouting and sealing

filling joints between tiles and sealing edges.

Scaffolding

a temporary structure for work at height; often charged separately.

Temporary site connections

power and water during the works.

Waste removal and disposal

loading, transport and lawful disposal of construction waste.

Extra works (VTR)

works not in the bill of quantities, agreed and charged separately.

Advance payment

payment made before the start of the works or a part of them.

Payment claim (interim / final)

a statement of completed works during or at the end of the job.

Warranty period

the period during which the contractor remedies defects.

VAT (PDV)

value added tax; check whether it is included in the price.