- Condition
- FH 1.3: Concrete Surface is Flaking off
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.3
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
Concrete surfaces shall not disintegrate to the extent that the aggregate is exposed under normal conditions of weathering and use.
- Warranty
One-Year. Work and Materials · Surface deterioration due to owner-applied substances, improper maintenance, or normal wear and tear is excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
Where defective installation or product is determined, the concrete surface shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 1.7: Concrete Block Foundation Wall is Cracked
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.7
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
- Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage are acceptable; cracks in excess of 2 mm in width are not acceptable.
- Warranty
- One-Year - Work and Materials. · Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage of materials caused by drying after construction are excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
- Cracks in excess of the acceptable condition shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 1.8: Parging (Not Brush Coating) Is Falling off Above Grade
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.8
- Performance
Hairline cracks are normal in parged surfaces; parging that is separating from the concrete block base is not acceptable.
- Condition
- FH 1.9: Exposed Cast-In-Place Concrete Foundation Wall Has Holes In Surface
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.9
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
The exterior portion of foundation walls exposed to view above grade shall have no holes (including “honeycombing”) larger than 50 mm in diameter or 25 mm deep.
- Warranty
One-Year – Work and Materials
- Action
Walls with holes exceeding the acceptable condition shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 1.10: Cast-In-Place Concrete Foundation Wall is Cracked
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.10
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage are acceptable; cracks in excess of 6 mm in width are not acceptable.
- Warranty
One-Year - Work and Materials. · Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage of materials caused by drying after construction are excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Condition
- FH 1.13: Foundation Wall Leaks
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.13
- Warranty Year(s)
- Two Year
- Performance
- Foundation walls shall allow no water penetration.
- Warranty
- Two-Year - Basement Water Penetration. Water leakage resulting from improper maintenance, exterior grade alterations made by the homeowner, an act of God or failure of municipal services or other utilities is excluded from the statutory warranty. Secondary damage to property or any personal injury resulting from the water penetration is also excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
- Defects resulting in water penetration through the basement or foundation shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 1.14: Water Leakage Through Basement Floor Slab
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.14
- Warranty Year(s)
- Two Year
- Performance
Basement floor slabs shall allow no water penetration.
- Warranty
Two-Year - Basement Water Penetration. Water leakage resulting from improper maintenance, exterior grade alterations made by the homeowner, an act of God or failure of municipal services or other utilities is excluded from the statutory warranty. Secondary damage to property or any personal injury resulting from the water penetration is also excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
Defects resulting in water penetration through the basement floor slab shall be repaired. Subsurface investigation may be required.
- Condition
- FH 1.15: Brush Coating on Above Grade Poured Concreate Foundation Wall is Falling Off
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 1.15
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
- Performance/Condition:Hairline cracks are normal in brush coated surfaces; brush coating that is separating from the concrete foundation is not acceptable.
- Warranty
- One-Year. Work and Materials. · Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage of materials due to normal drying after construction are not covered by the statutory warranty.
- Action
- Brush coating not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 4.19: Water Leakage at Doors and Windows or at the top of the foundation
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 4.19
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
Openings in exterior walls such as windows and doors, and junctions between cladding materials, shall not allow water penetration.
- Warranty
One-Year - Ontario Building Code Violations. Two-Year - Building Envelope Water Penetration. · Water penetration due to improper maintenance is excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
Defects resulting in water penetration around windows, doors, and over the top of the foundation shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 4.31: Leak in Exterior wall
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 4.31
- Warranty Year(s)
- Two Year
- Performance
The building envelope shall be constructed to prevent water entry.
- Warranty
Two-Year - Building Envelope Water Penetration. Two-Year - Cladding Detachment, Displacement or Deterioration. · Water penetration resulting from improper maintenance or normal wear and tear is not covered by the statutory warranty.
- Action
Building envelopes not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.
Scaling of exterior concrete surfaces including concrete porches, walkways, garage floor slabs, steps (including precast), etc, most often results from salts and de-icers being applied to the concrete surface, e.g. either intentionally for ice melting or unintentionally from road slush deposits. Cleaning salt deposits off concrete surfaces is normal home maintenance. Where repairs are necessary, colour and/or texture may not match the surrounding concrete.
The Building Code only requires parging (a cement-based layer) on concrete block foundation walls below grade.
Brush coating, however, is only a cosmetic application over poured concrete foundation walls and is covered by item 1.15 “Brush coating on above grade poured concrete foundation wall is falling off”.
Slight variation in the colour or texture of repaired areas is acceptable
It is impossible to completely eliminate all surface voids. At the builder’s discretion a brush coat may be applied. The colour and texture of a repaired area may not match the surrounding concrete. See item 1.15 “Brush coating on above grade poured concrete foundation wall is falling off”
Concrete walls naturally crack during curing due to shrinkage. Where lateral or vertical movement is evident, further investigation may be required. The colour and texture of a repaired area may not match the surrounding concrete. See Also: 1.7 CONCRETE BLOCK FOUNDATION WALL IS CRACKED
Only actual water leakage through the floor slab resulting in an accumulation of water is warranted; dampness or condensation is not considered a warranted condition. The homeowner must take immediate steps to prevent damage to their property and report any losses to their home insurance provider. A thorough site investigation prior to construction and during excavation will assist in determining whether groundwater levels may adversely affect the use of the building. See Also: 1.12 BASEMENT WALL OR FLOOR IS DAMP
Flashings must be installed above exterior wall openings and at the top of the foundation (masonry veneer) to direct water to the exterior. Perforations in flashing due to physical damage or chemical incompatibility, deterioration, improper termination and lack of weep holes in masonry veneer can allow water to drain to the interior. See Also: 1.13 FOUNDATION WALL LEAKS Appendix A5 “How to Conduct a Water Test”
Joints and cracks in exterior wall surfaces and around openings shall be properly sealed to prevent the entry of water. Caulking and sealants deteriorate under normal weather conditions and should be checked regularly. See Also: 1.14 FOUNDATION WALL LEAKS