SECTION 19: Site Drainage 19.1 Site Drainage
SECTION 18: Wood Decks
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Decks are constantly exposed to weather conditions. Moisture,
Grades and swales have been established by the Builder to ensure proper drainage away from the home. If the Homeowner modifies these areas with additional grading, plantings, concrete, or any other obstructions, the Homeowner will thereafter be responsible for drainage. Improper drainage of the site occurs when there is standing or ponding water within 10 feet of the foundation beyond a 24-hour period (48 hours on swales). If proper grades were not established initially, the Builder will regrade the yard or swales for a period of one year. Ultimately, the Homeowner is responsible for maintaining drainage and swales of the lot. No grading determination can be made during frost or snow conditions. If the Homeowner adds a pool, the Builder will no longer be responsible for drainage. In some cases, moist, soggy soil without standing water may be normal in the overall drainage plane and is not covered by the Limited Warranty. 19.2 Ground Settling Settling of the ground around the home, utility trenches, or other filled areas should not interfere with water drainage. If interference does occur, the Builder will fill settled areas affecting proper drainage for a period of one year. The Builder will reinstall displaced plant material and sod that was originally installed by the Builder. Landscape altered by the Homeowner voids the Limited Warranty on settlement. 19.3 Soil Erosion The Builder is responsible for protecting slopes and graded hillsides during construction from soil erosion per the “Soils Report” or “Local Jurisdiction.” The Builder is not responsible for soil erosion after the close of escrow. Proper erosion protection requires the Homeowner to install landscaping ground covers and deep-rooted plantings to reduce erosion. For steeply graded hills, the installation of erosion- control matting, such as jute and straw, will help reduce erosion until plantings have been established. Soil erosion is not covered by the Limited Warranty.
18.1 Wood Deck Out of Level The Builder, for a period of one year, will repair wood decking that is out of level more than ¼ inch per 4 feet. 18.2 Imperfections in Wood for Exterior Railings, Decks or Stairs Wood for exterior railings, decks, or stairs will include imperfections such as knots and checks. The Builder, for a period of one year, will repair or replace wood for exterior railings, decks, and stairs that fail to meet intended use because of a structural defect. Knots, cupping, twisting, unsanded saw cuts, shrinkage gaps, discoloration from aging, and minor checking are normal, and removal of such imperfections is not covered by the Limited Warranty. Any wood replaced will not exactly match existing decking. Sealing of the deck will be the Homeowner’s responsibility. sunlight, and temperature changes will cause wood planks to warp, split, and cut over time. These conditions are not construction defects and are not covered under the Limited Warranty. Homeowners can substantially reduce these effects by applying wood deck sealants within six months after the deck is completed.
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