- Condition
- FH 8.12: Ductwork Makes Noise When Floor is walked on - Commonly Known as "Oil Canning"
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 8.12
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
Ductwork shall be constructed and installed to prevent "oil canning".
- Warranty
One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage due to normal shrinkage of materials caused by drying after construction is not covered by the statutory warranty.
- Action
Ductwork not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.
- Remarks
Weight transfer on floors over metal ductwork can sometimes result in a temporary deflection of the metal ductwork. Shrinkage of floor joists may cause “oil canning”.
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