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WARRANTY GUILDELINES

DOORS: EXTERIOR

CATEGORY | OBSERVATION | ACTION REQUIRED BY BUILDER | COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS
DOORS: EXTERIOR | 3.4 Binds, sticks or does not latch. | Builder will correct if caused by faulty workmanship or materials. | Seasonal changes may cause doors to expand and contract, and are usually temporary conditions.
| 3.5 Wood door panel shrinks. | No action required. | Panels will shrink and expand and may expose unfinished surfaces.
| 3.6 Warping. | Builder will correct warping which exceeds 1/4 inch, measured vertically, horizontally or diagonally. | Seasonal changes may cause doors to expand and contract, and are usually temporary conditions.
| 3.7 Split in panel. | Builder will correct if split allows the entrance of elements. | Splits which do not allow the entrance of elements are considered normal. Owner maintenance is required.
| 3.8 Separation between the door and weather stripping. | Builder will correct if daylight is visible or if entrance of elements occurs under normal conditions and within manufacturer's tolerance specifications. | Even with properly installed weather stripping, some movement of the door, when closed, may be expected. Owner maintenance is required for minor alterations to adjustable thresholds and other parts of the door.
| 3.9 Screen mesh is torn or damaged. | Builder will correct only if damage is documented prior to occupancy. | Owner is responsible for establishing a pre-closing walk-through inspection list.
| 3.10 Overhead garage door fails to operate or allows rain or snow to leak through | Builder will correct garage doors which do not fit or operate properly. | Some entrance of elements can be expected and is not considered a deficiency. If Owner installs a garage door opener, Builder is notresponsible for operation of door.

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