2020年12月24日 · A chase in home construction is a vertical space in a wall, which provides an area for pipes or wires to run through. Builders strategically place chases to ensure that cables run together. A chase may run up the wall from the basement to …

2017年6月9日 · Dictionary definition: (a continuous recess: Harris) a vertical or horizontal enclosure/recess (of rated or non-rated construction) with which to conceal/route, plumbing, electrical, etc.; shafts tend to be vertical while chases may be either.

2024年3月27日 · A chase in building construction is a critical element that provides a hidden pathway for essential systems, contributing to the functionality, safety, and aesthetics of a structure. Understanding the types, purposes, and design considerations of chases is essential for architects, builders, and engineers to create efficient and effective spaces.

A chase wall is designed to hide mechanical systems such as pipes, electrical wires, and air ducts inside a building. Unlike regular solid walls, a chase wall has extra depth or cavities, allowing these systems to run vertically or horizontally within the wall.

2010年5月7日 · I am bidding a job that has a mechanical chase. THere is a detail for it that show the electrical conduits, plumbing pipes etc. Is there anything special I should know about this that someone has experienced?

2024年3月6日 · Understanding a Chase in Construction Definition and Purpose. A chase is a vertical or horizontal space created within a building’s structure to accommodate and conceal plumbing, electrical, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), and other utility lines.

2023年11月5日 · Chases in masonry refer to vertical or horizontal grooves or channels that are created within a brick or stone wall to accommodate the placement of pipes, wiring, or other utilities. These chases eliminate the need to surface-mount or expose such conduits, providing a more seamless and aesthetically pleasing finish to the wall.

A pipe chase is a vertical space that is hidden pipes by a chase, or false wall. To hide plumbing, a properly installed pipe chase can run from the basement to the roof. Cutting into existing walls, according to About.com, reduces the enclosed area of a pipe chase.

A chase is a continuous recess in a masonry wall that receives a pipe, conduit, etc. Generally, chases are vertical. It is best to construct chases as the masonry wall is built so the strength of the wall is not reduced.

2024年7月10日 · Chasing, in the context of construction, refers to the process of cutting channels into building elements such as walls, floors, and ceilings. These channels, or chases, are meticulously crafted to house various utilities, including …