505 1/2 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
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WARRANTY GUILDELINES

FIREPLACES & CHIMNEYS

CATEGORY	OBSERVATION	ACTION REQUIRED BY BUILDER	COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS
FIREPLACES & CHIMNEYS	6.9 Exterior and interior masonry veneer cracks.	Builder will correct cracks in excess of 1/4 inch in width.	Some cracks are common in masonry and mortar joints. Cracks 1/4 inch in width or less are considered Owner maintenance. Patching is an acceptable method of repair.
	6.10 Firebox color is changed; accumulation of residue in chimney or flue.	No action required.	Owner maintenance is required.
	6.11 Chimney separates from the Home.	Builder will correct separation in excess of ½ inch within 10 ft.	Newly built chimneys will often incur slight amounts of separation.
	6.12 Smoke in living area.	Builder will correct if caused by improper construction or inadequate clearance	Temporary negative draft situations can be caused by high winds; obstructions such as tree branches too close to the chimney; the geographic location of the fireplace; or its relationship to adjoining walls and roof. In some cases, it may be necessary to open a window to create an effective draft. Since negative draft conditions could be temporary, it is necessary that Owner substantiate problem to Builder by constructing a fire so the condition can be observed.
	6.13 Water infiltration into firebox from flue.	No action required.	A certain amount of rainwater can be expected under certain conditions.
	6.14 Firebrick or mortar joint cracks.	No action required.	Intense heat may cause cracking.