Variations in the surface texture of finished gypsum wallboard (drywall) are normal.

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Wall and ceiling surfaces of gypsum wallboard consist of paper and joint compound. These materials accept paint finishes differently. Variations in texture of the final paint finish in the area of joints and fasteners may result and are normal. See Also: 9.2 CEILING TEXTURE IS UNEVENLY APPLIED 9.8 FINISHED SURFACE IS ROUGH

Windows and doors shall meet the rating for weather tightness required by the Building Code.

One-Year - Work and Materials

Ensure the window or door has been tested to meet the required weather tightness rating. Adjust weather stripping and/or hardware to reduce air leakage by ensuring positive contact along the weather seal.

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Interior finished drywall (excluding garages and unfinished areas) shall be free from damage (dents and gouges) at the time of the PDI and be installed according to the Building Code. Blemishes readily noticeable when viewed under normal lighting conditions from a normal viewing position 1,800 mm perpendicular distance from the wall surface are unacceptable.

One-Year - Work and Materials. · Nail pops resulting from normal shrinkage of materials due to drying after construction are excluded from the statutory warranty. · Damaged areas of drywall not recorded on the PDI Form are excluded from the statutory warranty unless the homeowner is able to establish that the damage was caused by the builder.

Only warranted drywall surface blemishes shall be repaired and refinished to match original builder-applied finish as closely as possible.

Identify any damaged drywall surfaces (dents and gouges) on the PDI Form to avoid any dispute about whether the damage was caused by the builder. Surface blemishes in drywall are not unusual at joints and at corners. The repair of surface blemishes resulting from normal shrinkage is at the builder’s discretion and sanding and repainting is not required. Builder’s specific policies with respect to drywall repairs will vary. Often these repairs are best left until the framing has settled. See Also: 9.4 CRACKS IN INTERIOR WALL AND CEILING SURFACES 9.5 CEILING/WALL JOINT SEPARATION COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS “TRUSS UPLIFT”

Electrical boxes on exterior walls that penetrate the air barrier system shall be installed to prevent air infiltration.

One-Year - Work and Materials

Electrical boxes not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Some drafts may occur around electrical outlets or receptacles on exterior walls, particularly when it is cold or windy. Convection air movement may simulate draft conditions. See Also: 8.7 INSUFFICIENT INSULATION

Condensation may occur on indoor ductwork and air handling equipment.

None. · Damage caused by dampness or condensation due to failure by the homeowner to maintain adequate ventilation is excluded from the statutory warranty.

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This condition may occur in the summer when air conditioning equipment is operating or in winter when ducts are chilled by incoming outdoor air. For example, condensation may occur on range hood exhaust ducts during cold outdoor temperatures.