Efflorescence commonly occurs on masonry surfaces and is normal. Localized concentrations of efflorescence on above grade masonry veneer walls visible from no less than 6 m may not be acceptable and may require further investigation.

One-Year - Work and Materials. · Efflorescence resulting from additions, deletions or alterations made by the homeowner or improper maintenance is not covered by the statutory warranty.

If it is determined that a defect in work or material is the cause of the efflorescence, repairs shall be made.

Efflorescence is the formation of a typically white crystalline deposit on the surface of masonry when moisture evaporates from the surface. Efflorescence can be removed using a stiff bristle brush and water. Dark-coloured bricks tend to exaggerate the appearance of efflorescence. Localized areas of efflorescence may be linked to abnormal sources of moisture. Salt and de-icers may also contribute to efflorescence and in that case the item is not warrantable. See Also: 1.1 EFFLORESCENCE (TYPICALLY A WHITE POWDERY FILM) IS PRESENT ON CONCRETE OR MASONRY FOUNDATION SURFACES

Exterior masonry shall not have mortar splatters and stains detracting from the appearance of the finished wall when viewed from a distance of 6 m under natural lighting conditions when dry.

One-Year - Work and Materials

Masonry not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Care must be used in cleaning masonry. Although pressure washing and chemical cleaners are the normal way of cleaning masonry, they must be used properly and in accordance with brick manufacturer’s specifications. Professional brick tinting methods are acceptable to adjust colour.

Horizontal masonry joint work shall appear uniform when viewed from a distance of 6 m. Where the horizontal (bed) joint appears out of alignment, the variance shall not be more than 12 mm from the specified plane. This does not apply to randomly sized masonry products.

One-Year - Work and Materials

Masonry with joints not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Dimensional variations of the courses are affected by the variations in the brick selected and the bond pattern.

Cut bricks used in the same course shall appear uniform from a normal viewing position; the variance in thickness between two immediately adjacent bricks shall not exceed 8 mm.

One-Year - Work and Materials

Bricks not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Even with proper coursing bricks will need to be cut to fit site conditions. It is common that cut bricks may vary in thickness. Uncut bricks may also vary in thickness depending on the style selected (e.g. tumbled bricks).

Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage are acceptable; crack width in excess of 2 mm is not acceptable.

One-Year - Work and Materials. · Cracks resulting from normal shrinkage of materials caused by drying after construction or normal wear and tear is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Cracks in excess of the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Shrinkage during curing of the masonry is natural. Also, regular outdoor temperature fluctuations cause masonry cladding to expand and contract. The resulting thermal stress can also cause cracking; this is considered normal wear and tear. The colour/texture of repaired areas shall match the existing as closely as possible when dry. Variation in colour may be noticeable when wet.

Fasteners that are used to secure aluminum or vinyl siding or trim may not match the siding or trim colour due to manufacturing limitations.

None

The builder is not required to take any action.

Fasteners are generally made in fewer standard colours than siding products. See Also: 4.27 PAINT ON REPAIRED AREAS DOESN’T MATCH 4.28 EXTERIOR PAINT, STAIN OR CLEAR FINISH BLISTERS AND PEELS 4.29 EXTERIOR PAINT OR STAIN HAS FADED 5.14 VARIATION IN COLOUR AFTER REPAIRS

Aluminum or vinyl siding and associated trim and accessories shall not become displaced or detached from the substrate.

Two-Year - Cladding Detachment, Displacement or Deterioration. · Damage resulting from an act of God is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Aluminum or vinyl siding that does not meet the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Aluminum or vinyl siding is intentionally not installed tight to the substrate to allow for thermal movement; however, it should not displace or detach under normal weather conditions.

Siding shall be installed to accommodate thermal movement and anticipated shrinkage of the structure to which it is attached. Siding shall be free from bows and waviness when installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. Local distortion from the specified plane shall not exceed 20 mm.

One-Year - Work and Materials. Two-Year - Cladding Detachment, Displacement or Deterioration

Bowed or wavy siding exceeding the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Varying lighting conditions can exaggerate minor variations in siding profile, texture and colour. Minor waviness due to normal sheathing movements is acceptable. See Also: 3.2 WALL IS BOWED

Plywood or veneer siding shall not delaminate when installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

Two-Year - Cladding Detachment, Displacement or Deterioration. · Damage resulting from normal wear and tear is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Plywood/veneer siding that does not meet the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Siding that is intended to have paint and/or sealer requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure continuity of the protective layer. See Also: 4.11 ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING, TRIM OR ACCESSORY IS LOOSE 4.23 EXTERIOR STUCCO IS PEELING OR BUBBLING

Where full-covering or opaque stains are used over cedar shakes or shingles, bleed-through of resins or extractives shall not be visible when viewed, without magnification, from a minimum perpendicular distance of 6 m under normal lighting conditions and from a normal viewing position.

One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage resulting from normal wear and tear is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Cedar shakes and shingles that do not meet the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Some bleed-through of knots or other naturally occurring features can be expected in cedar shakes over time. The reoccurrence of these features through full-covering or opaque stains may be dependent on the direction the roof faces and/or exposure to sunlight.