Warranty
If you’re like most people, a home is the most expensive purchase you’ll ever make. It’s no wonder, then, that buyers of newly built homes are interested in warranties, which promise to repair or replace certain parts of a home, if necessary, within a certain timeframe from the date of purchase.
For new homeowners, it’s common to confuse a home warranty with a builder’s warranty, but it’s important to understand the difference. While they might sound similar, the two are completely different. A home warranty applies to existing properties purchased on the secondary market, and it covers replacements and repairs on items like refrigerators or AC units. Any homeowner can buy a home warranty.
Our builder’s warranty is extended to a buyer by No Doubt Homes on new construction or a remodel and it covers components inherent to the house like concrete floors, plumbing or electrical work. All of our newly built homes come with a builder’s warranty.
How long do builder warranties last?
With No Doubt Homes there are two implied warranties when it comes to our new residential construction. One is known as the “implied warranty of good workmanship,” which basically guards against workmanship or installation errors. The other is called “the implied warranty of habitability.” That means that under the terms of the warranty, the house needs to meet basic living and safety standards.
The length of the warranty varies depending on the different components of the house it covers. Our One Year Builder Warranty covers workmanship and materials on most of the home’s components during the first year. Please review our document below. Our Ten-Year Warranty basically handles problems that may make the home unsafe to live in or covers a major structural defect. For example, a roof that could collapse is considered a major structural defect.
Warranty Procedure
Move-in walkthrough is completed at closing. Defects are identified and entered in CoConstruct for tracking purposes. Correction is scheduled with appropriate trades and managed by our finishing manager.
During your first 12 months living in the home, it is inevitable that additional defects will appear. As these appear, you can enter in CoConstruct for tracking purposes. Before the one-year mark, you will have the ability for a final walk through.
Table of Contents
WARRANTY STANDARDS AND COVERAGE FOR YEAR ONE
LOT GRADING AND DRAINAGE
- GROUND SETTLEMENT AROUND FOUNDATION AND UTILITY TRENCHES.
- Standard. Ground settlement should not disrupt water drainage away from the structure although some settlement may occur.
- Repair Responsibility. If the final grading was performed by the Builder, he will replace fill-in excessively settled areas once. Builder is not responsible for removal or replacement of shrubs, grass, etc.
- POOR LOT DRAINAGE.
- Standard. After normal rainfall, water should not stand in yard within 10 feet of dwelling for more than 48 hours. These standards will vary upward due to frost, snow or saturation.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder is responsible for establishing the proper grades and swales; after that, the purchaser is responsible for maintaining them.
- BASEMENT WATER DAMPNESS AND LEAKS IN BASEMENT.
- Standard. Basement should not leak. Dampness of newly constructed floors and walls is common and not considered a deficiency.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct leakage (actual flow and accumulation) into the basement. Leaks caused by improper landscaping or failure to maintain proper grade are not covered.
INSULATION
- INADEQUATE INSULATION.
- Standard. This warranty assures only that your insulation will meet the applicable energy code requirements.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will install sufficient insulation to meet the applicable local code requirements. Contractual Agreement for additional insulation shall not involve this warranty.
- AIR INFILTRATION FROM ELECTRICAL OUTLETS.
- Standard. This is common in new construction
- Repair Responsibility. None.
ROOFING
- ROOF LEAKS.
- Standard. The roof should not leak, and no leaks should arise from flashings except where snow and ice are allowed to build up continually. Prevention of unusual snow and ice buildup is the purchaser’s responsibility.
- Repair Responsibility. All roof and flashing leaks not caused by snow and ice buildup or other than neglect by the purchaser will be repaired. The Builder is not responsible for color variations.
- GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUT LEADER LEAKS.
- Standard. Gutters and leaders should not leak. However, during heavy rains, overflow should be expected.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct leaks not caused by purchaser’s negligence or improper
maintenance. Ladders allowed to rest against gutters will cause deformation and will affect purpose.
- POOR GUTTER DRAINAGE.
- Standard. Some standing water should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair so that, if free from debris, the standing water depth will not exceed 1 inch.
- INSUFFICIENT ATTIC OR ROOF VENTILATION.
- Standard. The applicable building codes will control.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct to meet the applicable code requirements.
- STANDING WATER ON FLAT ROOF.
- Standard. Water shall drain from flat roof except for minor ponding immediately following rainfall or when the roof is specifically designed for water retention.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will take corrective action to assure proper drainage of roof.
SIDING AND CAULKING
- SIDING, TRIM AND MASONRY CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
- Standard. Separation between siding, masonry and trim should not exceed 3/8 inch. Siding, trim and masonry should be capable of excluding the elements.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair by caulking or other methods.
- LEAKS DUE TO SNOW OR RAIN DRIVEN INTO THE ATTIC THROUGH LOUVERS OR VENTS.
- Standard. Attic vents and/or louvers must be provided for proper vent. of the attic space of the structure.
- Repair Responsibility. None.
- CAULKING SHRINKAGE.
- Standard. Since all caulking shrinks, purchaser is responsible for maintaining caulking.
- Repair Responsibility. All junctions and separations of wall surfaces will be caulked once to prevent water leakage. Any shrinkage thereafter will be the purchaser’s responsibility.
- DELAMINATION OF VENEER SIDING OR JOINT SEPARATION.
- Standard. All siding shall be installed according to the manufacturers and industry’s accepted
standards. Separations and delamination’s shall be repaired or replaced. - Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair or replace siding as needed unless caused by purchaser’s neglect to maintain siding properly. Repaired area may not match in color and/or texture. For surfaces requiring paint, Builder will paint only the new materials. The owner can expect that the newly painted surface may not match original surface in color.
- Standard. All siding shall be installed according to the manufacturers and industry’s accepted
- PAINT OR STAIN PEELS OR FADES.
- Standard. Fading caused by weathering is normal and should be expected within certain tolerances. Varnish or lacquer on the exterior will deteriorate quickly and is not covered by this warranty. Mildew and fungus on siding are caused by climatic conditions or nearby bodies of water and are not covered by this warranty.
- Repair Responsibility. If paint or stain is defective, Builder will refinish affected area. Builder is not responsible for color variations.
- CRACKS IN STUCCO WALL FINISH.
- Standard. Cracks in stucco wall finishes are common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair (once) cracks in excess of 1/8 inch width.
- CRACKS IN VINYL SIDING OR DENTS IN ALUMINUM SIDING.
- Standard. These defects can be caused by an object striking the siding.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct defects only if reported prior to occupancy. Builder is not responsible for color variations or discontinued patterns.
- CRACKING OR DELAMINATION OF WOOD ON EXTERIOR—WOODEN DECKS, WALKS, PORCHES, RAILINGS, SHINGLES.
- Standard. Wood exposed to the elements will react and crack. Certain types of wood should be painted or stained or sealed continuously. This is considered a homeowner maintenance item.
- Repair Responsibility. NONE.
- Loose or fallen siding.
- Standard. All siding, which is not installed properly, so as not to come loose or fall off under normal conditions, is a deficiency.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will repair or replace improperly secured siding. Builder is not responsible for fallen siding caused by unusual winds.
MASONRY AND CONCRETE
- CRACKS IN CONCRETE WALLS.
- Standard. Shrinkage or settlement cracks are common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Any cracks greater than 1/8 inch in width will be repaired by surface patching or pointing; Builder is not responsible for color variations.
- CRACKS IN BLOCK OR VENEER WALLS.
- Standard. Mortar shrinking cracks are common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Any cracks in the block greater than 1/8 inch in width will be repaired by surface patching or pointing; Builder will not be responsible for color variations.
- CRACKS IN CONCRETE BASEMENT FLOORS.
- Standard. Hairline cracks due to shrinkage are common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Any cracks greater than 3/16 inch in width or 1/4 inch in vertical displacement will be repaired by surface patching or comparable remedies.
- MOVEMENTS OF CONCRETE SLABS AT JOINTS.
- Standard. Concrete slabs are engineered to move at expansion and contraction joints.
- Repair Responsibility. NONE.
- CRACKS IN ATTACHED GARAGE SLAB OR STRUCTURALLY ATTACHED PATIO SLABS.
- Standard. Shrinkage cracks are common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Cracks exceeding 1/4 inch in width or 1/4 inch in vertical displacement will be repaired by patching or other remedies.
- ROUGH, UNEVEN CONCRETE FLOORS IN LIVING AREAS.
- Standard. Concrete may be pitched to facilitate drainage in basement and garage floors.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct unevenness which exceeds 1/4 inch in a 32 inch measurement in initially intended living areas only.
- CONCRETE SLAB CRACKS CAUSING FINISHED FLOOR COVERINGS RUPTURE.
- Standard. Cracks which rupture finish flooring shall be repaired.
- Repair Responsibility. The problem will be corrected so that the defect is not readily noticeable.
- PITTING, SCALING OR SPATTING OF CONCRETE WORK (EXCLUDING SIDEWALKS AND DRIVEWAYS).
- Standard. Concrete surfaces shall not disintegrate to the extent that the aggregate is exposed and loosened under normal conditions of weathering and use.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will take whatever corrective action necessary to repair or replace defective concrete surfaces. Builder is not responsible for deterioration caused by salt, chemicals, mechanical implements and other factors beyond its control.
- SEPARATION OF STOOPS.
- Standard. MINOR SEPARATION IS NORMAL.
- Repair Responsibility. BUILDER WILL REPAIR SEPARATION OF MORE THAN 1 INCH.
- EFFLORESCENCE ON MASONRY (BRICK, BLOCK, CONCRETE).
- Standard. DISCOLORATION CAUSED BY THE LIME CONTENT IN THE MORTAR WILL OCCUR.
- Repair Responsibility. NONE.
- WATER ABSORPTION BY EXPOSED BRICK VENEER.
- Standard. Absorption varies in the type of brick/masonry chosen and cannot be controlled by Builder.
- Repair Responsibility. None.
CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES
- INSUFFICIENT DRAW OR DOWN DRAFT.
- Standard. Trees too close to the chimney or high winds can cause down drafts. Some homes are extremely air-tight and a window may have to be opened slightly in order to maintain an effective draft.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct problems caused by improper construction or design.
- CHIMNEY SEPARATION FROM HOME.
- Standard. Some minor separation is normal and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Separation in excess of 1/2 inch in any 10 foot measurement will be corrected by caulking or other measures. This is a one year covered item and is not considered a structural item.
- FIREBRICK CRACKS.
- Standard. Heat will cause some cracking and should be expected.
- Repair Responsibility. NONE.
- Fireplace brick veneer cracks.
- Standard. Some cracking is common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Cracks in brick greater than 1/4 inch in width will be repaired by pointing or patching.
- CREOSOTE OR RESIN BUILD-UP OR CREOSOTE SEEPAGE THROUGH CHIMNEY.
- Standard. Creosote seepage is caused by the burning of improperly seasoned wood or improper operation of the fireplace.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will construct the chimney to meet code requirements. Since the Builder does not have control of the materials and methods used in operating, he is not responsible for any defects caused by anything other than a code violation in construction.
- FIREPLACE INSERTS AND BLOWERS.
- Standard. Some types of fireplace inserts and blowers will alter the performance of standard fireplaces, causing extreme increases in heat in the fire chamber and creosote build-up.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder is not responsible for damage and loss caused by fireplace inserts and blowers.
WINDOWS AND DOORS
- WARPING OF DOORS.
- Standard. Some warping, especially of exterior doors is normal and is caused by surface temperature changes. Such warping, however, should not cause the doors to become unusable or allow entrance of the elements, and should not exceed 1/4 inch measured corner to corner diagonally.
- Repair Responsibility. Defective doors will be repaired or replaced. Builder is not responsible for slight variations in finish.
- DOOR PANEL SHRINKAGE.
- Standard. Expansion and contraction is normal and may cause unfinished surfaces to appear.
- Repair Responsibility. None. This is a homeowner maintenance item.
- DOOR PANEL SPLITS.
- Standard. Some splitting is normal and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. If the split allows the entrance of light, it will be repaired once. The Builder is not responsible for slight variations in finish.
- GLASS BREAKAGE AND SCRATCHES.
- Standard. None.
- Repair Responsibility. None. Must be reported prior to occupancy.
- GARAGE DOOR MALFUNCTIONS.
- Standard. Maintenance is purchaser’s responsibility.
- Repair Responsibility. The door will be repaired and adjusted to function as designed except where a result of purchaser action or negligence.
- GARAGE DOOR—ENTRANCE OF ELEMENTS.
- Standard. Even a door installed to manufacturer’s specifications will allow some entrance of the elements and should be expected within reason.
- Repair Responsibility. The door will be adjusted to meet the manufacturer’s specifications.
- WINDOWS DO NOT OPERATE.
- Standard. Reasonable pressure should open and close windows.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair as required. Builder not responsible for condensation or frost caused by climatic and internal humidity conditions.
- AIR INFILTRATION AROUND DOORS AND WINDOWS.
- Standard. Some infiltration is normally noticeable around doors and windows, especially during high winds. Poorly fitted weather stripping shall be adjusted or replaced. It may be necessary for the owner to have storm doors and windows installed to provide satisfactory solutions in high wind areas.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will adjust or correct poorly fitted doors, windows and poorly fitted weather stripping.
- MOISTURE OR CONDENSATION ON WINDOW GLAZING.
- Standard. This is caused by atmospheric conditions and can be aggravated by insulated drapes keeping in the moisture.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder is responsible for repair only if window seal is broken or defective. Condensation on window and sky lights caused by a lack of thermal break are excluded. Consideration of thermal break should be given when selecting price range of windows.
- EXCESSIVE OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF INTERIOR DOORS.
- Standard. Passage doors from room to room that have an opening between the bottom of the door and the floor finish material in excess of 1-1/2 inches is a deficiency. Closet doors having an opening in excess of two inches is a deficiency.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will make necessary adjustment or replace door to meet required tolerance.
- DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS DO NOT STAY IN PLACE WHEN OPEN.
- Standard. Double hung windows are permitted to move up or down within a two inch tolerance, when put in an open position.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will adjust sash balances one time only.
- HARDWARE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY, FAILS TO LOCK OR PERFORM ITS INTENDED PURPOSE.
- Standard. All hardware installed on doors and windows should operate properly.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will be responsible for repairs of hardware, if reported by the homeowner, no later than seven (7) days after construction completion.
- STORM DOORS AND WINDOWS DO NOT OPERATE OR FIT PROPERLY.
- Standard. Storm doors and windows, when installed by the Builder, should operate and fit properly to provide the protection for which they are intended.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will adjust, repair or replace as necessary for proper fit and operation.
- SCREEN PANELS DO NOT FIT PROPERLY. SCREEN MESH IS TORN OR DAMAGED.
- Standard. Rips or gouges in the screen mesh must be documented by the homeowner prior to completion. The screen panels shall fit properly.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will adjust screen panels to fit in the frame properly, one time only. Where tears or gouges are reported prior to completion, the Builder will repair or replace. If the Builder does not perform a walk-through, the Builder will be responsible for repairing tears and gouges if reported by the homeowner in writing no later than seven (7) days after completion.
INTERIOR WALLS AND TRIM
- MOLDING AND TRIM DEFECTS.
- Standard. Some separation between moldings and adjacent surfaces (including casement, base, etc.) is normal and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Separation in excess of 1/4 inch will be repaired by caulking or other methods.
- CRACKS IN INTERIOR WALL AND CEILING SURFACES.
- Standard. Hairline cracks are not unusual in interior wall and ceiling surfaces. Cracks greater than 1/8 inch in width shall be repaired.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair cracks exceeding 1/8 inch in width as required, one time only, during the first year of the Limited Warranty period.
- NAIL POPS, BLISTER IN TAPE OR OTHER BLEMISHES.
- Standard. Slight “imperfections” such as nail pops, seam lines and cracks not exceeding 1/8 inch in width are common in gypsum wallboard installations and are considered acceptable.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will repair only cracks exceeding 1/8 inch in width, one time only, during the first year of the Limited Warranty period.
- CERAMIC TILE CRACKS.
- Standard. Cracking of grout joints is common and should be expected within certain tolerances. Purchaser is responsible for routine maintenance of grout joints.
- Repair Responsibility. Broken tiles will be replaced and excessive cracking of grout joints will be repaired once. Builder is not responsible for discontinued patterns or colors or for variations in colors.
- PEELING OF WALLPAPER OR WALL COVERING.
- Standard. Wallpaper should not peel.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder is not responsible for peeling caused by owner negligence or use. Builder will repair or replace defectively installed wallpaper or wall covering. Builder is not responsible for discontinued patterns or colors or variations in color.
- EDGE MISMATCHING IN PATTERN OF WALL COVERING.
- Standard. None.
- Repair Responsibility. NONE.
- Mildew on floors, base and moldings.
- Standard. Mildew is caused by the humidity level maintained by the occupants of the home and is considered a maintenance item. In homes constructed on concrete slabs, more humidity level maintenance is required.
- Repair Responsibility. NONE.
- Variations in paneling color; scratches or checks on finished surfaces.
- Standard. Plywood paneling pattern and color will often vary and is not considered a deficiency. Scratches and checks on the paneling surface are deficiencies, if reported before completion.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will repair damaged paneling, if such damage was documented on a walk-through inspection. If the Builder does not perform a walk-through, Builder will be responsible for repairing the defects, if reported by the homeowner in writing no later than seven (7) days after completion. The Builder is not responsible for discontinued variations.
- LUMPS, RIDGES AND NAIL POPS IN WALLBOARD WHICH APPEAR AFTER HOMEOWNER HAS WALLCOVERING INSTALLED BY OTHERS.
- Standard. The homeowner shall insure that the surface to receive wallcovering is suitable and assumes full responsibility should lumps, ridges and nail pops occur.
- Repair Responsibility. None.
FLOORING AND COVERING
- UNEVEN JOINTS IN WOODEN FLOORS AND FLOOR BOARDS.
- Standard. Squeaks and loose sub-flooring are usually passing conditions caused by lumber shrinkage or temperature changes and are not covered by this warranty unless caused by a defective joist in the floor system.
- Repair Responsibility. Uneven joints resulting in ridges or indentations exceeding 1/4 inch within a 32 inch area (measuring perpendicular to the ridge or indentation) will be repaired.
- CRACKS BETWEEN FLOOR BOARDS.
- Standard. Some separation is normal and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Separations exceeding 1/4 inch in width will be repaired by filling or
replacing at the Builder’s option.
- NAILS POPPING THROUGH RESILIENT FLOORING.
- Standard. Only nails which have broken through the floor covering will be repaired.
- Repair Responsibility. The nail pops will be repaired or replaced at the sole option of the Builder in the area damaged. The Builder is not responsible for discontinued patterns or colors or for variations in color.
- RIDGES IN SUB-FLOOR.
- Standard. Minor ridges or indentations are common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Ridges or indentations in excess of 1/8 inch (measured with a straight edge perpendicularly over the ridge and the deflection measured no more than 3 inches from the ridge) will be repaired and affected floor covering will be repaired or replaced. Builder is not responsible for discontinued patterns or colors or for variations in color.
- LOOSE FLOOR COVERINGS.
- Standard. The Builder has sole option of repairing or replacing.
- Repair Responsibility. The affected area will be repaired or replaced. Builder is not responsible for discontinued patterns or colors or for variations in color. Bubbles may be repaired by injecting adhesive through a cut placed in the flooring.
- GAPS IN SEAMS OF RESILIENT COVERINGS.
- Standard. Minor gaps are common and should be expected within certain tolerances. When the purchaser installs flooring and covering, sub-floor preparation is his responsibility. If sub-floor repairs are to be made when the purchaser installs floor covering, the removal and replacement of the floor covering is the purchaser’s responsibility.
- Repair Responsibility. Minor gaps in excess of 1/8 inch will be repaired or replaced at the affected area. Builder is not responsible for discontinued patterns or colors or for variations in color. Builder is not responsible for flooring or coverings installed by purchaser.
- GAPS IN CARPET SEAMS.
- Standard. Seams will be apparent. Spotting or fading of carpet is not covered by this warranty.
- Repair Responsibility. The carpet will be repaired or re-stretched if necessary, so gaps are not visible, only once.
CARPENTRY
- WALLS WHICH BULGE, BOW OR ARE OUT-OF-PLUMB.
- Standard. All interior and exterior walls have minor differences and routine differences should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Walls bowing more than 1/4 inch within a 32 inch measurement or 3/8 inch within a 4 foot measurement (floor to ceiling or wall-to-wall) will be repaired.
CABINETS AND COUNTER TOPS
- COUNTER-TOP OR CABINET IMPERFECTIONS.
- Standard. None.
- Repair Responsibility. Chips, cracks or delamination’s will be repaired. Cracks and chips, including porcelain and fiberglass fixtures, not reported to the Builder prior to occupancy will not be covered by this warranty.
- WARPING OF DOORS AND DRAWERS.
- Standard. Minor warpage is common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Warpage in excess of 1/4 inch from the face of the cabinet will be repaired or the doors or drawers replaced. Builder is not responsible for variations in color.
- CABINET SEPARATES FROM WALL OR CEILING.
- Standard. Some separation is common and should be expected within certain tolerances.
- Repair Responsibility. Separation in excess of 1/4 inch will be repaired or the cabinet replaced.
COOLING AND HEATING
- COOLING VARIATIONS.
- Standard. Where applicable, the cooling system should be able to maintain a temperature of 78 degrees (measured 5 feet above the center of the floor in the room where the thermostat is located) under local outdoor ASHRAE specifications. In the case of excessive outdoor temperature, a 15 degree difference is acceptable. Purchaser is responsible for minor adjustments such as balancing dampers and registers. All rooms will vary in temperature by 5 or 6 degrees. This is acceptable under industry standards.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will repair the system so that it will perform as described.
- HEATING VARIATIONS.
- Standard. Where applicable, the heating system should be able to maintain a temperature of 70 degrees (measured 5 feet above the center of the floor in the room where the thermostat is located) under local outdoor ASHRAE specifications. Purchaser is responsible for minor adjustments such as balancing dampers and registers. On extremely cold days, a 5 to 6 degree difference between the actual inside temperature and the thermostat setting is acceptable. All rooms will vary in temperature by 5 to 6 degrees. This is acceptable under industry standards.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will repair the system so that it will perform as described.
- HEAT PUMP—CONTINUES TO RUN.
- Standard. On extreme outside temperatures the heating unit will work more frequently. If the unit still does not supply sufficient heat, the outside temperature setting on the unit may need to be adjusted.
- Repair Responsibility. None. This is a homeowner maintenance item. Please consult the
manufacturer’s instructions for use.
- NOISY DUCTWORK.
- Standard. When metal ducts heat and cool, some noise will result.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct excessively loud noise only.
- CONDENSATION LINES.
- Standard. None.
- Repair Responsibility. Condensation lines will clog eventually under normal use. This is a homeowner maintenance item. Builder shall provide unobstructed condensation lines as of the effective date of the Limited Warranty.
PLUMBING
- PIPES FREEZE AND BURST.
- Standard. Purchaser is responsible for draining pipe lines supplying outside faucets.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will insulate pipes to prevent freezing during normal winter temperatures.
- PLUMBING FIXTURE, APPLIANCE AND TRIM FITTING DEFECTS.
- Standard. None.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct leaks or malfunction in faucets, valves, appliances and trim fittings caused by defects in materials or workmanship.
- NOISY PIPES.
- Standard. Expansion and contraction caused by water flow will cause some noise which is to be expected. Pipe noise is more pronounced in plastic piping.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will correct only excessively loud pipe noises caused by “water hammer” in the supply lines.
- CRACKS OR CHIPS IN PORCELAIN OR FIBERGLASS.
- Standard. The purchaser should inspect these items and report them to the Builder prior to occupancy.
- Repair Responsibility. The Builder will be responsible for surface imperfections only if reported in writing prior to occupancy. Staining of fixtures is not covered by this warranty.
ELECTRICAL
- OUTLETS, SWITCHES OR FIXTURES.
- Standard. Should operate as intended.
- Repair Responsibility. Defective outlets, switches and fixtures will be repaired or replaced.
- CONSISTENTLY BLOWN FUSES OR CIRCUIT BREAKERS KICKING OFF.
- Standard. Builder will not be responsible if caused by overloads in the system.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder will inspect and repair any defects caused by Builder noncompliance with applicable building and electrical codes, or by defective wiring or components.
- GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTER TRIPS FREQUENTLY.
- Standard. Ground fault interrupters are sensitive safety devices installed into the electrical system to provide protection against electrical shock. These sensitive devices can be tripped very easily.
- Repair Responsibility. Builder shall install ground fault interrupter in accordance with approved electrical code. Tripping is to be expected and is not covered, unless due to a construction defect.
WARRANTY STANDARDS AND COVERAGE FOR YEAR TWO THROUGH TEN
CONCRETE ELEMENTS
- Concrete structural cracks
- Standard. Common shrinkage and non-structural cracks are normal.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct cracks greater than 1/8th in width.
- Poured concrete walls
- Standard. Common shrinkage and non-structural cracks are normal.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct cracks greater than 1/4th in width.
- Poured concrete floor with floor finish
- Standard. Repair floor finish is the direct location of the structural repair. Will match finish as close as possible.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct cracks greater than 1/4th in width.
- Cracks in footing
- Standard. Common shrinkage and non-structural cracks are normal.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct cracks greater than 1/2 in width.
MASONRY ELEMENTS
- Concrete/Masonry cracks
- Standard. Common shrinkage and non-structural cracks are normal.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct cracks greater than 3/8th in width.
COLUMNS
- Wood Column
- Standard. Some bowing, splitting, and checking is normal and should be expected.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 8 feet vertical.
- Steel Column
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds ½ in any direction.
- Concrete Column
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 8 feet vertical.
WOOD FOUNDATIONS
- Movement
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 8 feet.
WOOD/STEEL FRAMING
- Wood Beam Deflection
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 10 feet.
- Steel Beam Deflection
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 10 feet.
- Floor Joists/Truss Deflection
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 10 feet
- Movement of Wall Framing Members
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 8 feet.
- Ceiling Joists, Rafters, or Ridge Deflections
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 10 feet.
- Roof Truss Deflection
- Standard.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct movement which exceeds 1 in. per 10 feet.
- Broken Wood Framing
- Standard. Minor warping, checking, or splitting is common as the wood dries out.
- Repair Responsibility. Will correct.