PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES: 7. ELECTRICAL

7.3 Electrical Outlets or Switches Do Not Work

Acceptable Performance/Condition

Electrical outlets and switches shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements and the Canadian Electrical Code.

When an outlet or switch is found to be not working, an owner should check to determine if a circuit breaker or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) has been tripped, and reset it if required.

Warranty Coverage

• 2 Years

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

Electrical outlets and switches not meeting the Acceptable Performance/Condition must be rectified.

Maintenance Tip

Know the location of the electrical panel and how to turn circuit breakers on and off.

Test all circuit breakers at least once a year.