PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES: 5. ROOFS

5.2 Roof Trusses or Rafters Are Bowed

Acceptable Performance/Condition

Roof framing members shall be sized and installed in accordance with the Building Code.

Some deflection and bowing due to normal loading or normal drying of wood framing materials is acceptable.

Heavy loads of ice and snow can damage a roof.

Excessive bowing of roof framing should be investigated.

Warranty Coverage

• 12 months In-Home
• 15 months Common Property
• 5 years Unintended Water Penetration
• 10 years Structural Failure

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

Roof framing members not meeting the Acceptable Performance/Condition are to be rectified. Where repairs are required, colour, finish or texture may not have an exact match. Seasonal conditions may delay the timing of repairs.

Maintenance Tip

Heavy loads of ice and snow can damage a roof. Normal home maintenance should include professional removal of heavy build-ups of ice and snow