Plumbing fixtures, appliances or trim fittings shall be free of both visual and performance defects.

One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage resulting from improper maintenance is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Defective products shall be repaired or replaced.

Confirm proper operation of plumbing fixtures during the PDI and record any malfunction on the PDI Form. Plumbing fixtures, appliances or trim fittings must be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. See Also: 6.4 FAUCET OR FIXTURE IS LEAKING 6.6 BATHTUB OR SHOWER LEAKS

Water supply pipes shall be installed to minimize the effects of water hammer and in accordance with the Building Code. Drainage pipes shall be installed in accordance with the Building Code.

Two-Year - Delivery and Distribution Systems. · Damage resulting from improper maintenance or additions, deletions or alterations made by the homeowner is excluded from the statutory warranty. · Secondary damage caused by defects, such as property damage or personal injury, is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Plumbing pipes not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.

Repetitive hammering of water supply pipes during normal operation may indicate a problem and should be investigated. A sudden thump or bang of water supply pipes when a faucet or fixture is closed abruptly is normal and not covered by the statutory warranty. Slight “ticking” sounds coming from pipes as they expand are normal and are not covered by the statutory warranty. The sound of water flowing through drainage pipes is normal and not covered by the statutory warranty. Anti-siphon valves on exterior hose bibs may make a high pitch sound or contribute to water hammer. This does not necessarily represent a defect. The anti-siphon valve may need to be cleaned and/or replaced as part of normal home maintenance.

Condensation on water supply pipes and toilets may occur when indoor relative humidity is high.

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Condensation may appear on water supply lines and toilets from time to time and is normal. 

Plumbing pipes shall be protected from freezing in accordance with the Building Code.

Plumbing pipes not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Homes must be kept at temperatures to prevent freezing at all times. If this is not possible, proper precautions should be taken to prevent freezing such as shutting off and draining the water supply system. For exterior hose bibs, shut off any associated interior valves and leave the exterior valve open as part of a regular seasonal maintenance program. Garden hoses must also be disconnected from the exterior hose bib. If a burst pipe is detected in a water supply pipe, the main water supply valve should be turned off immediately until the builder’s representative can assess the condition. 

Faucets or plumbing fixtures shall not leak, drip or run on when fully closed or shut off.

One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage resulting from improper maintenance, normal wear and tear, or additions, deletions or alterations made by the homeowner is excluded from the statutory warranty. · Secondary damage caused by defects, such as property damage or personal injury, is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Faucets or fixtures not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.

Confirm proper operation of faucets and fixtures during the PDI and record any malfunction on the PDI Form, to avoid any dispute about whether the damage was caused by the builder. Some manufacturers of plumbing products offer warranties on their products that extend beyond the one-year statutory warranty. If a leak occurs after the one-year statutory warranty, service may be available from the manufacturer. See Also: 6.6 BATHTUB OR SHOWER LEAKS 6.9 DEFECTIVE PLUMBING FIXTURES, APPLIANCES OR TRIM FITTINGS

The domestic water supply system supplied and installed by the builder shall be capable of delivering water from a municipal or private (well) source throughout the home.

One-Year - Work and Materials on pumps supplying water from a private well. Two-Year - Delivery and Distribution Systems. · Damage resulting from improper maintenance or additions, deletions or alterations made by a homeowner is excluded from the statutory warranty. · Damage caused by municipal services or other utilities is excluded from the statutory warranty.

Domestic water supply systems not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.

Conditions beyond the control of the builder, such as burst water mains and periods of drought affecting groundwater levels that disrupt or eliminate the water supply, are not covered by the statutory warranty. See 6.1 for Inadequate Water Supply. See Also: 6.1 INADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY 6.3 PIPES ARE LEAKING

Water supply from private water sources (e.g. wells) may fluctuate from time to time. Water supply from municipal water sources may vary with the supplied pressure.

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Confirm proper operation of faucets and fixtures during the PDI and record any malfunction on the PDI Form, to avoid any dispute about whether the damage was caused by the builder. The Building Code requires flow control devices on faucets, showerheads, and fixtures for water conservation purposes, which can affect the water flow. After occupancy, the builder is not responsible for contamination or reduced water capacity from private water sources provided it can be shown there was a supply of potable water at the time of occupancy. Variations in pressure from municipal services can occur during peak usage times, from burst water mains or fire protection services using the system. See Also: 6.2 THE DOMESTIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DOES NOT DELIVER WATER 6.3 PIPES ARE LEAKING

Cooling systems shall be capable of maintaining an indoor air temperature of 24°C at the design temperature for the geographical location.

One-Year - Work and Materials. Two-Year - Delivery and Distribution Systems Defects in materials, design and work supplied by the homeowner, and damage resulting from improper maintenance, or from alterations, deletions or additions made by the homeowner are excluded from the statutory warranty.

Where builder-supplied and installed appliances, ductwork and piping do not meet the acceptable performance, repairs shall be made.

Sustained high outdoor temperatures exert large loads on cooling equipment; indoor temperatures will rise until outdoor temperatures return to design levels. Skylights and large window areas can allow sunlight and heat to transfer easily into the home. Temperatures tend to vary in a multi-storey home due to normal air movement patterns. Heat gain calculations and duct designs assist in determining the equipment size and adequacy of the cooling system. Cooling is not a requirement of the Building Code. See Also: 8.8 HEATING, VENTILATING OR AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEMS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY 8.16 AIR CONDITIONING COOLANT LINE LEAKS