PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES: 15. MULTI-UNIT

15.8 Clothes Dryer Duct Leaking

Acceptable Performance/Condition

The dryer ducting system in a multi-family building must be sized and installed in accordance with the building code to properly exhaust.

Warranty Coverage

• 12 months In-Home
• 15 months Common Property

Damage resulting from maintenance not conducted by the owner in keeping with maintenance documentation provided to the owner by the warranty provider or builder, or from additions, deletions or alterations made by the owner is not covered under warranty.

Damage to personal property is not covered under warranty

Claim Response

Duct sizing not meeting the Acceptable Performance/Condition shall be rectified.

Maintenance Tip

Ensure the exterior discharge for dryer vents are not obstructed.

Clean/remove lint from dryer vent discharge regularly (depending on use, monthly cleaning may be required).