PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES: 14. GARAGES AND EXTERIORS

14.21 Deck Board Spacing Not Uniform

Acceptable Performance/Condition

Deck boards forming the walking surface shall be spaced to provide a generally uniform surface and not present a trip hazard. Expansion or contraction of deck boards may occur due to climatic conditions and is not covered under warranty.

Spacing between boards may be adjusted during installation to allow for construction variances.

Warranty Coverage

• 12 months In-Home
• 15 months Common Property

Normal shrinkage of materials due to drying after construction is not covered under warranty.

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.

Claim Response

Deck boards not meeting the Acceptable Performance/Condition are to be rectified.

Where repairs are required, colour, finish, grain, sheen or texture may not have an exact match. Seasonal conditions may delay the timing of repairs.

Maintenance Tip

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