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LEAKS
CEMENT BASED PRODUCTS
If a roof leak occurs try to detect the exact location while it is leaking. If the
source of the leak can be spotted and marked it will make the repair job
easier when conditions are dry and the repair can be carried out.
Cement based siding such as hardi-plank or hardi-board will require
repainting and caulking.
SEVERE WEATHER
After severe storms, do a visual inspection of the roof for damages. Notify
the yard, or if shingle edges have lifted or roof tiles have become damaged or
displaced on the roof.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Storm damage is excluded from warranty coverage. Contact your homeowner
insurance company immediately if storm damage is discovered.
Septic System
Stucco
Stucco is a light weight and thinly applied cement product that is subject
to expansion and contraction and therefore may crack. Typically only minor
hairline cracks will develop in the outer layer (colour coat) of stucco. This
is normal and does not reduce the function of the stucco in any way. If the
cracks develop into larger gaps these may require caulking or repair as
required. Your builder will repair stucco cracks as required under the terms
of your warranty. The repair may not exactly match the surrounding area.
If there are signs of water stains coming from the cracks investigate further.
DRAINAGE
To ensure proper drainage away from the stucco keep dirt and concrete
septic maintenance contractor for service.
Do not pour concrete or install masonry over the bottom edge of the
stucco or right up to the foundation since wood members behind the
stucco may be damaged by water.
Siding (Cladding)
EFFLORESCENCE
The white, powdery substance that sometimes accumulates on stucco
Siding expands and contracts as changes in humidity and temperature occur.
Typically, slight waves are visible in siding under moist weather conditions
and shrinkage and separations will be more noticeable under hot or dry
conditions. These conditions are normal and do not require attention.
WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS
those should be maintained accordingly. Some wood products may have
but may require touch-ups if damaged. Some wood siding, such as cedar,
is subject to more cracking and will require more maintenance.
VINYL
Vinyl siding requires cleaning. Start at the top and dampen the siding,
using only low pressure water and something like a car wash brush. Do
not use high- pressure washers or other sources of high water pressure.
To avoid streaking use only water and a brush, or use a cleaning product
recommended by your siding manufacturer. Follow directions carefully.
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such time as all the lime has leeched out.
SPRINKLERS
Since stucco is not a watertight barrier avoid spraying water from irrigation or
watering systems directly on to stucco surfaces.
Sump Pump
In some conditions the foundation design includes a perimeter drain and
sump pump. The perimeter drain runs around the foundation to gather water
and channel it to the sump catchments. When the water reaches a preset
level the pump activates and pumps the water out of your home’s drainage
system. Read and follow the manufacturer’s directions for use and care of
your sump pump.