- Condition
- FH 10.12: Squeaking Stair Riser or Tread
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 10.12
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
- Stair risers and treads shall be free of squeaks caused by loose/inadequately fastened joints.
- Warranty
- One-Year - Work and Materials. ยท Squeaks caused by normal shrinkage of materials due to drying after construction, improper maintenance or normal wear and tear to the stair are excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
- Loose/inadequately fastened risers and treads shall be repaired.
- Remarks
- Extended low-humidity indoor environments can cause excessive shrinkage in the wood resulting in loose stair connections. The homeowner must maintain indoor humidity levels to prevent excessive drying of materials. A squeak-free stair may not be attainable.
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