- Condition
- FH 5.2: Roof Appears Wavy
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 5.2
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
- Roof sheathing shall be sized and installed in accordance with the Building Code.
- Warranty
- One-Year - Work and Materials. Two-Year - Ontario Building Code Violations
- Action
- Roof sheathing not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 5.5: Inadequate Attic Ventilation
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 5.5
- Warranty Year(s)
- Two Year
- Performance
Attics shall be ventilated in accordance with the Building Code.
- Warranty
Two-Year - Ontario Building Code Health & Safety Violations. · Damage caused by dampness or condensation due to failure by the homeowner to maintain adequate ventilation is excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
Attics not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 7.6: Exhaust Fan Duct Terminates in Attic or Crawl Space
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 7.6
- Warranty Year(s)
- Two Year
- Performance
Exhaust fans shall be ducted to the exterior in accordance with the Building Code.
- Warranty
Two-Year - Ontario Building Code Health and Safety Violations. • Damage resulting from improper maintenance or additions, deletions or alterations made by the homeowner is excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
Exhaust fans not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.
- Condition
- FH 8.8: Heating, ventilating or air conditioning (HVAC) systems not installed properly
- Article Type
- Freehold
- Article Number
- 8.8
- Warranty Year(s)
- One Year
- Performance
- HVAC appliances shall be installed to meet the manufacturer’s specifications and the Building Code. Ductwork and piping shall be joined and supported to maintain joint integrity.
- Warranty
- One-Year - Work and Materials.Two-Year - Ontario Building Code Health & Safety Violations.Two-Year - Heating Delivery and Distribution SystemsDamage resulting from alterations, deletions or additions by the homeowner, or improper maintenance, is excluded from the statutory warranty.
- Action
- Where builder-supplied and installed appliances, ductwork and piping do not meet the acceptable performance, repairs shall be made.
Roof vents should be kept free of obstructions. Inadequate attic ventilation can lead to heat and moisture problems. Snow covering roof vents can obstruct ventilation. See Also: 8.4 CONDENSATION IN ATTIC SPACE
Exhaust fans and clothes dryers should never be ducted into heated or unheated enclosed spaces such as basements, attics and soffits, or attached garages. Moisture buildup in these areas can cause damage.