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Condition: FH 3.3: Malfunction of Windows
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 3.3
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Windows shall be installed to operate with reasonable ease.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage resulting from improper maintenance, or alterations, deletions or additions made by the homeowner is not covered by the statutory warranty.
Action: Windows not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.

Condition: FH 3.4: Window Glass And/Or Screen Is Damaged
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 3.4
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Window glass and screens shall be free from damage at the time of the PDI.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials.
Action: Damaged window glass and screens reported on the PDI Form shall be repaired. If not noted, the homeowner must establish that the damage was caused by the builder.

Condition: FH 3.5: Glass Is Scratched
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 3.5
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Glass surfaces shall not have scratches visible from a distance of 1,500 mm at the time of the PDI.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage due to improper maintenance and normal wear and tear is not covered by the statutory warranty.
Action: Scratched glass not meeting the acceptable condition and reported on the PDI Form shall be repaired. If not noted, the homeowner must establish that the damage was caused by the builder.

Condition: FH 3.6: Glass is Cracked
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 3.6
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Windows shall be installed so that the glass does not crack due to unusual stress caused by movement or settlement of the building frame.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials. · Damage resulting from normal wear and tear is not covered by the statutory warranty.
Action: Windows with glass showing stress cracks shall be repaired.

Condition: FH 3.7: Window Unit Leaks During Rain
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 3.7
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Windows, when properly closed, shall not allow water penetration under conditions for which they were designed.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials. Two-Year - Building Envelope Water Penetration . • Damage caused by improper maintenance or an act of God is excluded from the statutory warranty.
Action: Defective windows that leak shall be repaired or replaced.

Condition: FH 3.8: Condensation Forming Between Insulating (Factory Sealed) Glass Unit
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 3.8
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Insulating glass units shall be free from condensation between the panes.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials
Action: Insulating glass units with condensation between the panes shall be replaced.

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 5.24: Skylight Leaks
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 5.24
Warranty Year(s): Two Year
Performance: Skylights shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and shall not allow water penetration.
Warranty: Two-Year - Building Envelope Water Penetration. · Damage resulting from dampness or condensation due to failure by the homeowner to maintain adequate ventilation is not covered by the statutory warranty.
Action: Skylights not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.

Condition: FH 8.2: Exterior Air Infiltration Through Windows and Doors
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 8.2
Warranty Year(s): One Year
Performance: Windows and doors shall meet the rating for weather tightness required by the Building Code.
Warranty: One-Year - Work and Materials
Action: 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.

Condition: FH 8.5: Condensation And/Or Frost On Windows
Article Type: Freehold
Article Number: 8.5
Performance: Condensation may occur on interior window surfaces and is not covered under warranty.
Warranty: None.
Action: None

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Confirm proper operation of windows during the PDI and record any malfunction on the PDI Form to avoid any dispute about whether the damage was caused by the builder. Window operation varies with different window designs. Windows require regular maintenance for optimum performance.

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Note any damaged windows or damaged/missing screens on the PDI Form. If not noted, it will be difficult to establish that the damage was caused by the builder. If you cannot assess damage because the surface of the windows has been obscured from view, this should also be noted on the PDI Form. See Also: 3.5 GLASS IS SCRATCHED 3.6 GLASS IS CRACKED 3.8 CONDENSATION FORMING BETWEEN INSULATING (FACTORY SEALED) GLASS UNIT 8.5 CONDENSATION AND/OR FROST ON WINDOWS

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Note any damage on windows on the PDI Form. If not noted, it will be difficult to establish that the damage was caused by the builder. If you cannot assess damage because the surface of the windows has been obscured from view, this should also be noted on the PDI Form. See Also: 3.4 WINDOW GLASS AND/OR SCREEN IS DAMAGED 3.6 GLASS IS CRACKED 3.8 CONDENSATION FORMING BETWEEN INSULATING (FACTORY SEALED) UNITS 8.5 CONDENSATION AND/OR FROST ON WINDOWS

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Stress cracks occur across corners of glass as a result of pressure being applied to the edge of the glass. If there is evidence of an impact, and the condition was not recorded on the PDI Form, it will be difficult to establish that the damage was caused by the builder. See Also: 3.4 WINDOW GLASS AND/OR SCREEN IS DAMAGED 3.5 GLASS IS SCRATCHED 3.8 CONDENSATION FORMING BETWEEN INSULATING (FACTORY SEALED) UNITS 8.5 CONDENSATION AND/OR FROST ON WINDOWS

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The homeowner must ensure operable windows are properly closed, weatherstripping and caulking is maintained and drain ports are not obstructed. The window manufacturer may provide extended warranty coverage. For window water penetration, see specifications in CAN/CSA-A440-M, “Windows”. See Appendix A5 ”How to Conduct a Water Test” for more information. See Also: 3.8 CONDENSATION FORMING BETWEEN INSULATING (FACTORY SEALED) GLASS UNIT 4.19 WATER LEAKAGE AT DOORS OR WINDOWS OR AT THE TOP OF THE FOUNDATION 8.5 CONDENSATION AND/OR FROST ON WINDOWS Appendix A5 “How to Conduct a Water Test”

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Condensation between panes indicates the airtight seal around the edge of the glass is broken. An extended warranty may be available through the window manufacturer. See Also: 3.7 WINDOW UNIT LEAKS DURING RAIN 8.5 CONDENSATION AND/OR FROST ON WINDOWS

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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”

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Condensation on the interior surfaces of a skylight may occur if indoor relative humidity is high. Condensation is not considered indicative of a defective condition. To test for water penetration, see Appendix A5 “How to Conduct a Water Test”. See Also: 5.4 ROOF OR FLASHING LEAKS

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Condensation occurs when water vapour in indoor air comes in contact with cool surfaces such as window glass. Condensation on interior window surfaces is common during cold seasons. When outdoor temperatures are well below freezing, ice may form at the bottom of windows. Condensation is not water penetration.It is important for homeowners to maintain proper humidity levels within the home. Condensation forming on windows is a common condition even when humidity levels are properly maintained. Damage caused by dampness or condensation due to failure by the homeowner to maintain adequate ventilation is excluded from the statutory warranty.Interior air moving over the windows can help control condensation. Heavy draperies or window coverings that cover windows, and blocked heat diffusers, can prevent this from happening. Running the ventilation fan or your heat recovery (HRV) or energy recovery ventilator (ERV) and furnace fan continuously during winter months in conjunction with the principal exhaust fan (or running the HRV/ERV and furnace fan continuously where the HRV/ERV replaces the principal fan) can also help reduce condensation on windows.NotesThis Article, as revised, applies to all conciliations after January 1, 2019.See Also:3.4 WINDOW GLASS AND/OR SCREEN IS DAMAGED3.5 GLASS IS SCRATCHED 3.6 GLASS IS CRACKED3.6 GLASS IS CRACKED3.7 WINDOW UNIT LEAKS DURING RAIN3.8 CONDENSATION FORMING BETWEEN INSULATING (FACTORY SEALED) GLASS UNIT

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