Page 186 - KHovanian Homes - Pathway to Homeownership

Section 13 | Standard of Performance THERMAL & MOISTURE PROTECTION Condition Your Responsibility Our Responsibility Basement leaks 1. Maintain proper grades and drainage around the home and landscaping to properly avoid water problems in the home. 1. Water actually trickling into the basement will be repaired (1 year). 2. Dampness on walls and floor is not a defect. Insulation 1. Please note that insulation does not render a wall or room soundproof. 1. The home will be insulated as required to meet applicable local building requirements at the time of building permit. No other warranty obligation exists. Rain or snow leaks into roof though louvers and vents 1. Please note that homes must have louvers and vents for proper ventilation. Elements that enter through these opening are not our responsibility. 1. This condition is not covered by this limited warranty. Ice build-up on roof 1. Ice is likely to build up on eaves of the roof during prolonged cold spells. Clean snow or ice build up from gutters, downspouts and vertical elements such as fireplace chases. 1. Roof or flashing leaks caused by ice build up are not our responsibility. (See next condition.) Roof or flashing leaks Bowed or wavy siding Gutters overflow during a heavy rain Standing water in gutters 1. Clean leaves from valleys, gutters and downspouts. 1. Gutters may overflow during heavy rain. Keep gutters and downspouts free from debris. 1. Keep leaves and debris out of gutters to allow water to flow properly. 1. Roof or flashing leaks will be repaired (1 year). 1. Repair any condition that exceeds 1/2" in difference over a 32" length. (1year) 1. Contractor will repair the gutter if it overflows during a normal rain. 1. If more than 1" of water stands in a gutter that is not clogged with debris, the gutter will be repaired (1 year). Leaks in gutters or downspouts 1. Keep leaves and debris out of gutters to allow water to flow properly. 2. Do not lean ladders against gutters and downspouts. 1. Gutters and downspouts that leak at connections will be repaired (1 year). Leaks in exterior (outside) walls from inadequate caulking 1. Properly installed caulking may shrink and must be maintained by you during your home’s lifetime. 1. If water enters the home, we will repair leaking joints or cracks in the exterior wall surface around openings and flashing (1 year). 160 | Edition July 2019