28.4 Cabinet Door or Drawer Binds The Builder, once, during a period of one year, will adjust cabinet doors and drawers that do not easily open or close. Any subsequent adjustment is considered part of routine Homeowner maintenance and is not covered by the Limited Warranty. Issues beyond the one-year period will be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. 28.5 Wood Cabinet Finish Variations All wood in any nish will exhibit color changes when exposed to light. All wood cabinets are constructed using di erent pieces of wood, and each piece will di er in color as well as change color in di erent ways. This color change is caused by variations in the minerals and acids from the soil and other conditions created by the growth environment of a tree. These variations in graining and color are characteristics of a natural wood cabinet and are not considered defects. Wood has these variations, and these variations are not covered by the Limited Warranty. 28.6 All Solid Surface Tops The Builder, for a period of one year, will repair cracked vanity tops at drains or along the countertop. Cracks, scratches, or other damage caused by the Homeowner are not covered by the Limited Warranty. 28.7 Countertop Not Level Countertops should be no more than ¼ inch per 4 feet out of level. If the countertop is more than ¼ inch per 4 feet out of level, the Builder, for a period of one year, will make appropriate adjustments to the countertops. 28.8 Countertop Delaminated The Builder, for a period of one year, will repair delaminated high-pressure laminate countertops.
SECT ION 29 : Fireplace and Chimney 29.1 Firebox Lining Damaged by Fire The interior rebox area will become discolored and cracked from the heat of re in the replace. This is not covered by the Limited Warranty. 29.2 Fireplace Smoke in Living Area When replaces are used properly, smoke from the replace should not escape into living areas. In cases where smoke escapes into living areas because of improper installation or design, the Builder, for a period of one year, will take appropriate corrective action. Note: High winds or external factors such as trees can cause negative draft situations. Make sure the damper is fully opened.
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The chimney is a space that often attracts animal nesting and related
debris which can a ect the operation of the replace. Fireplaces and chimneys should be inspected annually by a professional to ensure that the chimney is unobstructed.
29.3 Water in Firebox It is common for water in ltration to occur into the rebox from the ue. A certain amount of rainwater can be expected under certain conditions. Under the Limited Warranty, no action is required on the part of the Builder. 29.4 Prefab Gas Fireplace The Builder, for a period of two years, will repair any defects per the manufacturer’s speci cations. Cleaning and replacement of embers will be the responsibility of the Homeowner.
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