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Construction Quality Requirements

■ The work of all Subcontractors, their employees, and/or trades is expected to be performed in a good and workmanlike manner.

■ Workmanlike quality is performance which meets or exceeds criteria indicated in the building codes and industry standards for each trade.

■ Workmanlike quality is also performance which meets or exceeds the Company Scope of Work.

■ Work is to be performed consistent with the materials and installation methods identified in the construction plans.

■ The Subcontractor is required to be familiar with the latest Company Scope of Work for its trade.

■ A copy of the latest Scope of Work will be made available upon request.

Relationship With Client

■ Company may, in the course of business, introduce the Subcontractor to a Client with whom Company has a pre-existing relationship.

■ The Subcontractor recognizes and affirms that the relationship between Company and the Client is important and valuable.

■ The Subcontractor agrees not to solicit or accept business directly from the Client.

■ This provision shall apply for a period of 90 days from the date of completion of any project initiated by Company with the Client.

■ This provision shall apply whether the Subcontractor actually performs any work for Company on the Client's project or not.

Pre-Start Inspection Report

■ The Subcontractor and the Site Superintendent shall walk the job together and complete a Pre-Start Inspection Report.

Exit Inspection Report

■ The Site Superintendent shall inspect the work of each Subcontractor upon work completion.

■ The Site Superintendent shall issue an Exit Inspection Report containing all items requiring correction.

■ The Subcontractor is expected to immediately respond to the Exit Inspection Report.

■ Non-response to the Exit Inspection Report shall compel the Site Superintendent to otherwise arrange to complete the work.

■ Non-response to the Exit Inspection Report shall result in the Subcontractor being charged for the cost of completing of the work.

■ Any such charge shall be deducted from any oustanding balance due the Subcontractor.

■ No payment shall be made until all Exit Inspection Report items are completed and approved by the Site Superintendent.

Client Walk-Through

■ Any items found on the Client’s walk-through that require correction must be completed immediately upon notification.

■ Time is of the essence for completing corrections on Client’s walk-through.

■ If Subcontractor does not return to correct items on the walk-through list, Site Superintendent shall arrange to make corrections.

■ If Subcontractor does not return to correct items on the walk-through list, Subcontractor will be charged for this work.

■ The Subcontractor hereby agrees to reimburse Company for costs associated with such repairs.

Invoicing Procedure

■ The Subcontractor or its representative must sign the purchase order before payment will be issued.

■ The purchase order may be used in place of an invoice to request payment for completed and approved work.

Work Order Number

■ No invoice shall be paid that does not include the work order number for the job.

■ The pre-printed Work Order issued by Company may be used as an invoice.

Safety

■ The Subcontractor acknowledges that it has its own Safety and Hazard Communication program for its employees and/or trade contractors.

■ Subcontractor agrees to comply with OSHA and/or any other governmental agency’s safety rules and regulations.

■ It is possible that Company may incur citations, fines, and/or penalties due to the negligence of Subcontractor.

■ Upon such occurance, Subcontractor agrees to indemnify and reimburse Company for any citations, fines, and penalties incurred.

Insurance

■ The Subcontractor shall have current Worker’s Compensation and General Liability Insurance in place at all times.

■ The Subcontractor shall name Company as ADDITIONAL INSUREDS on any such policy.

■ The Subcontractor agrees to indemnify Company and to be responsible for any claims, expenses, or litigation arising from:

■ any claim made against Company due to any injury of the Subcontractor’s employee;

■ any claim made against Company due to any injury of the Subcontractor’s trade contractor;

■ any claim made against Company due to the workmanship, equipment, or materials supplied by the Subcontractor.

Cleanliness

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for leaving the work area clean and free of debris.

■ If it is necessary for Company to remove debris left by the Subcontractor, the Subcontractor will be assessed a clean-up fee of $100.00.

■ The Site Superintendent will designate a dumpster or a trash pile on the lot for all building debris and trash.

■ Trash, such as lunch or snack trash, is not to be thrown into HVAC ductwork, in the crawlspace, or anywhere other than designated receptacles.

■ Portable toilets are provided on all job sites.

■ Any person found using sinks, tubs, commodes, ductwork, closets, etc., as a toilet will be fined $100.00.

■ Additionally, the individual will not be allowed back on any Company job sites.

■ The responsible Subcontractor will be charged the entire cost of cleaning, which may include replacement, plus $250.00.

■ Any such fines, charges, or replacement cost will be deducted from the next or final payment due the Subcontractor.

■ No smoking is allowed in any house after exterior sheathing is installed.

Drug-Free Workplace

■ Company maintains a drug-free workplace. The abuse of any controlled substances or alcohol on any Company job site is not permitted.

■ Should the Subcontractor or its employees abuse either drugs or alcohol on any job site, they will be requested to leave the job site.

■ Individuals will not be allowed to return to work until the problem is corrected to the satisfaction of Company.

■ So as to not impede progress on the job site, the Site Superintendent may arrange for completion of the Subcontractor's work by others.

■ In such a circumstance, the Company may apply any amount due the Subcontractor to the cost of completing the work.

■ In the event of such application, the Company reserves all other cost recovery process rights.

Pricing and Change Orders

■ All work is quoted and priced per model. Payment will be made per the price listed on the Work Order.

■ Any changes will be priced per Change Order.

■ No additional work will be considered, allowed, or paid other than that priced on the Work Order or Change Order.

■ Any additional work following the issuance of the initial Work Order requires that the Subcontractor request a Change Order.

Damage to and/or Wasteful Use of Materials

■ Damage to materials and installed items caused by negligence of the Subcontractor orits employees will result in back charges.

■ Back charges for the amount necessary to replace or repair the materials or items will be determined by the Company.

■ Back charges will be deducted from the next or final payment due the Subcontractor.

■ Wastefulness of materials by the Subcontractoror its employees will be determined by the Site Supervisor.

■ Wastefulness of materials will result in the cost of such materials being deducted from payment due the Subcontractor.

Warranty

■ All work of the Subcontractor is to be guaranteed for a minimum of one (1) year from date of FIRST OCCUPANCY of the project.

■ The Subcontractor agrees to abide by any additional warranty coverage requirements and time period pertaining to its trade.

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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ PUSH-OUT: to provide a site cleared of any obstructions, level and ready for construction.

■ BACKFILL: to fill in against foundation walls, to stabilize foundation walls, and create swales and berms.

■ FINAL GRADE: to prepare the site for final inspection and landscaping.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Excavation is divided into 3 sections—Pushout (Slab on Grade and/or Crawlspace/Basement), Backfill, and Final Grade.

While these sections will be performed at separate times, this Scope of Work covers all three sections.

Excavation Push-Out: Slab on Grade

■ The Subcontractor and the Site Superintendent shall identify any landscaping features to receive special consideration.

■ Trees, stumps, and any debris shall be removed.

■ Undisturbed natural area shall be identified and shall remain undisturbed.

■ Any disturbed natural area shall be re-compacted.

■ No debris of any kind may be buried on the lot.

■ Rough grading and leveling of the lot shall leave no major hills, valleys, holes, or excess trees.

■ The Subcontractor shall prepare a clear and level pad area extending a minimum of 30'-0" around building perimeter.

■ The Subcontractor shall cut in the driveway.

Excavation Push-Out: Additional for Crawlspace/Basement

■ Footings and foundation are to be within ±2" of dimensions on construction documents.

■ Basement slab depth shall be correctly calculated per plan.

■ No open overdigs shall be allowed within the interior of the foundation.

■ Perimeter overdig shall be at least 24" but shall not exceed 36".

■ Perimeter overdig shall be constructed to prevent cave-ins.

■ Drainage path for sump shall be cut and daylighted.

■ Excavated area shall be free of loose soil.

■ Access to basement area shall be provided for personnel and small equipment.

Excavation Backfill

■ The slab and foundation shall be backfilled, taking care not to damage rough plumbing, footings, window wells, etc.

■ The Subcontractor shall grade front and back yards to create swales and berms, as required, to ensure correct drainage of the lot.

■ The Subcontractor shall divert water to either the front of the house (to the street) or to natural creeks or other waterways.

■ No water is to be diverted onto neighboring lots.

■ Excess dirt shall be removed to a location determined by the Site Superintendent.

■ No debris of any kind may be buried on the lot.

Excavation Final Grade

■ Final grading of the lot shall leave it ready for landscaping.

■ Final grading around the house shall be to a level a minimum of 6" below the top of the foundation.

■ Inspections require a full 6" of exposed foundation.

■ Final grading shall repair the original swales and berms if any damage has occurred, ensuring the direction of the water flow is still correct.

■ No debris of any kind may be buried on the lot.

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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ To ensure foundations and concrete walls are built to engineering specifications or better and are plumb, square, and level.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Foundation: General

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the new plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor will correct any errors that occur from using an incorrect set of plans at no cost to Company.

■ Foundations shall be built per plan and/or engineer’s specifications.

■ Concrete shall be placed at an appropriate rate so that it can be spread, straightened, and finished properly.

■ Concrete should not be allowed to run or be worked over long distances, and should not be allowed to drop more than 4'-0".

■ Holes left by nails or line pins should be pointed while adjacent concrete is green.

■ Poured concrete should not crack in excess of 1/8" in vertical or horizontal displacement.

■ Concrete shall not pit, scale, or spall to the extent that the aggregate is exposed.

■ If temporary power is not yet connected to the lot, the Subcontractor must furnish a generator.

■ Permission of the Site Superintendent is required for drawing electricity or water from an adjacent jobsite.

■ All trash and debris shall be removed from lot to dumpster or the designated trash area.

■ All runoff concrete shall be removed to the driveway cut.

■ No invoice will be paid until all required work is field-measured and verified.

■ Payment will be based on the field measurements and not on the amount of concrete delivered to the site.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

Foundation: Footings

■ Prior to digging footings, the Subcontractor and the Site Superintendent shall verify all the dimensions of the house.

■ Prior to digging footings, the Subcontractor and the Site Superintendent shall verify all offsets are staked.

■ Prior to digging footings, the Subcontractor and the Site Superintendent shall verify all lines are straight and true.

■ The Subcontractor shall verify with the Site Superintendent that the staked area of the house will fit on the lot.

■ The Subcontractor shall verify with the Site Superintendent that the house is within the building lines and any easements.

■ Forms shall be set per plan.

■ All footings for stoops and porches shall be dug and poured as a part of the foundation for the house.

■ The Subcontractor shall dig all footings. Footings may be dug by machine or by hand.

■ Footings should not be over-dug, and must be of width and depth to accommodate the amount of concrete listed below.

■ Footings shall be poured a minimum of 16" wide by 8" deep for single-story structure.

■ Footings shall be poured a minimum of 16" wide by 8" deep for a two-story structure or a single-story structure on a basement.

■ Footings shall be poured a minimum of 18" wide by 8" deep for a three-story structure or two-story structure on a basement.

■ All footings measurements provided above are subject to engineering reports and requirements.

■ Two #4 rebar shall be installed continuously in all footings at mid-point of the depth of the footing.

■ Bending and cutting of reinforcing steel is to be done by the Subcontractor. Additional rebar may be required for engineered footings.

■ The top surface of footings shall be level, all corners shall be square, and all footings shall be straight.

■ The bottom surface of footings may not have a slope exceeding 1" in 10".

■ Footings shall be stepped where necessary to change the elevation of the top surface of the footings.

■ Footings shall be stepped where the slope of the bottom surface of the footing will exceed 1" in 10".

■ Footings shall be installed per engineered design.

■ All concrete strength ratings shall be per engineered design.

■ Footings shall pass all required inspections prior to the placement of forms for poured walls and stem walls.

Foundation: Poured Walls and Stem Walls

■ Concrete walls shall be a minimum of 8" in width or larger as otherwise specified in the engineer’s specifications.

■ At minimum, #4 rebar reinforced steel shall be placed vertically 6'-0" OC and horizontally 3'-0" OC throughout the foundation wall area.

■ The above rebar specifications are subject to engineering and code requirements, and specifications in the plan documents.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for supplying and setting anchor bolts in all poured walls.

■ Bolts shall be 1/2"-diameter anchor bolts placed 6'-0" on center and not more than 12 " from corners.

■ Bolts shall extend a minimum of 15" into masonry or 7" into concrete.

■ Anchor bolts shall have a clear height of 2-3/4" for 2x framing - 1/8" sill seal + 1 1/2" bottom plate + 1 1/8" minimum nut and washer.

■ All walls shall be true, plumb, and square. Concrete walls shall not be out of plumb more than 1/2" in 8'-0".

■ Concrete walls should not vary more than 1/2" out of square when measured along the diagonal of a 9'-0" x 12'-0" x 15'-0" triangle at any corner.

■ Concrete wall variance should not exceed 1/4" out of level in 20'-0", with no ridges or depressions in excess of 1/4" within any 32' measurement.

■ Poured concrete foundation walls shall not leak.

■ There shall be no honeycombs.

■ Concrete walls shall maintain structural integrity and not crack in excess of 1/8" in width or displacement.

■ Concrete poured at temperatures at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (F) shall contain 2-percent calcium.

■ Any concrete walls poured in conditions that have the potential for frost shall be covered with polyethylene for protection against frost damage.

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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ To ensure exterior and interior framing of the house is built to plan specifications, is plumb, square, and level, and meets all code requirements for structural soundness.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Framing Labor is divided into multiple sections. This Scope of Work covers all sections.

Framing Labor: General

■ The framing Subcontractor is responsible for ensuring that the house is framed per plan with all dimensions correct, work plumb and square.

■ The quality of the work of subsequent Subcontractors depends in large part on the quality of the framing Subcontractor’s work.

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the most current plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor, at no cost to Company, will correct any errors that occur from using an non-current set of plans.

■ Company must rely on the Subcontractor to note any incorrect features found during framing.

■ Should an error be found, please notify the Site Superintendent immediately so that corrections may be made.

■ The Subcontractor will be furnished with a copy of the material order for the job.

■ If any items are missing or substituted the Site Superintendent should be informed immediately.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ Notching, drilling, and cutting of framing members compromise the structural integrity of the house.

■ Under no circumstances shall roof or floor trusses be cut, notched, or otherwise damaged.

■ The Subcontractor shall keep the waste of materials to a minimum.

■ Wasted or damaged materials will, at the Site Superintendent's discretion, be charged to the Subcontractor.

■ All nails are to be firmly set. No bent nails shall protrude into or onto any area that will receive door casings, drywall, or other types of finish.

■ The framing Subcontractor is responsible for boring the necessary holes in the bottom plate to accommodate anchor bolts.

■ The framing Subcontractor is responsible for the completion of the anchor bolt installation with washers and nuts.

■ All foundation vents shall be installed in appropriate locations and quantities by Subcontractor.

■ Safety bracing shall be installed around all interior openings with drops of more than 24".

■ All exterior openings with a drop of more than 24" shall be blocked by crossbars running horizontally at 24" and 36" across the opening.

■ Framing and sheathing members shall be fastened according to code and manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Drywall backing shall be installed throughout the house to ensure proper installation of drywall.

■ Subcontractor shall install adequate nailing surface at windows, doors, exterior corners, and other areas to ensure solid anchorage.

■ Subcontractor shall install lateral blocking at shower stalls, wall cabinet locations, and bathroom fixture locations.

■ All firestops shall be installed per code (chimney chases, under tubs, around showers, etc.).

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for setting temporary stairs before beginning the next level.

■ Temporary handrails shall be installed on all stairs.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to install all trusses correctly according to the layout furnished with the trusses and to plan.

■ Thresholds shall be braced before the job is complete.

■ All temporary bracing, except safety bracing, shall be removed at the completion of the framing.

■ Extra material will be stacked in the garage. The Site Superintendent, with the Subcontractor, will inventory the excess material.

■ The extra material inventory list shall be attached to the Work Order and invoice when submitted for payment.

■ All trash and building debris shall be removed to the dumpster or to an area designated by the Site Superintendent.

■ The house shall be broom-swept before job shall be considered complete.

■ The house must pass all framing inspections before the framing labor will be considered complete.

■ All labor for any corrections required by the framing inspectors will be at the expense of the Subcontractor.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

Framing Materials

■ All bottom plates where the wall is to sit on concrete shall be pressure-treated wood.

■ Inder no circumstances shall material that is not pressure treated come in contact with concrete.

■ All framing materials should be of appropriate size, species, and grade to meet building code and engineering requirements.

■ Lumber that is inferior in terms of condition or structural integrity shall not be installed.

Framing Labor: Floors

■ Floor system variance should not exceed 1/4" out of level in 20'-0".

■ Floor system should have no ridges or depressions in excess of 1/8" within any 32" measurement.

■ Floor trusses shall be installed per the manufacturer’s layout.

■ Subfloor panels shall be installed with long direction perpendicular to joists, and with staggered end joints.

■ Floor sheathing shall be level and securely attached to supports to provide an adequate base to receive finish flooring and fasteners.

■ All subflooring shall be installed with a 1/8" gap between pieces to allow for swelling due to the absorption of moisture.

■ Any buckling of the subfloor shall be planed, sanded, and smoothed by the framer.

■ All subflooring gaps larger than 1/8" shall be filled with acceptable filler, then smoothed and sanded.

■ All subflooring shall be glued and screwed immediately after the application of the adhesive.

■ The Subcontractor shall repair any subflooring that squeaks, creaks, or gives due to improper installation.

■ No subflooring shall float at joints or squeak overall.

■ A “bright” is a nail driven through a bottom plate of a wall that is not driven into a structural member of the floor system.

■ Brights are a major source of floor squeaks.

■ All brights must be hammered over from the underside of the floor sheeting to clench the nail..

Framing Labor: Walls General

■ Studs, plates, cripples, and headers shall be cut squarely and within 1/8" of required length.

■ Wall layout measurement variance shall not exceed 1/8" in 20'-0".

■ Bearing walls shall not exceed 1/4" out of level in 20'-0".

■ Bearing walls shall not have more than a 1/8" ridge or depression within any 32" measurement.

■ Bearing walls shall not be more than 1/2" out of level over the entire bearing surface.

■ To check for square, mark 8'-0" out of the corner down one wall and 6'-0" out of the corner down the other wall. Marks should be exactly 10'-0" apart.

■ Interior and exterior walls shall not vary more than 1/4" out of square when measured along the diagonal.

■ See image below for how the measurement is to be taken.

■ Walls shall not be more than 1/8" out of plumb in any 48" vertical measurement.

■ No warped studs shall be used.

■ All top plates shall be doubled 2x material, except when using Advanced Framing techniques.

■ All headers shall be true and level using appropriate material.

■ Window and door headers shall conform to code requirements and be installed crown up.

■ Window and doors should be checked with a level for jamb squareness and straightness.

■ Minimum 1x4 (2x6 preferred) blocking shall be cut-in in kitchen when wall cabinets will not be hung from the top plate.

■ For 30” high cabinets on all walls, blocking height is at 84” oc.

■ For 42” cabinets on 9’-0" or higher walls, blocking height is 96” oc. Other heights must be confirmed with job superintendent.

■ Garden tub and tub/shower units shall be placed inside the bath areas before the bathrooms are framed.

■ All framing for bathrooms shall be completed only after the tub units are inside.

■ If the Subcontractor is setting windows and exterior doors, Window and Exterior Door Installation Scope of Work shall pertain.

■ Window and exterior door installation will be checked using the Window and Exterior Door Installation inspection report.

■ Exterior doors and windows shall be installed level, plumb, and square in the opening.

■ Exterior doors and windows shall have no more than a 1/4" in 48" deviation in any direction.

■ Windows and doors should be installed so that they operate properly as intended and with reasonable ease.

Illustration - Square Walls

Framing Labor: Walls Exterior

■ Sill sealer insulation shall be installed in all exterior walls and in walls separating the house from the garage.

■ Sill sealer shall extend slightly on each side of a plate. It must be visible for all inspections.

■ All exterior walls on concrete stemwalls shall be attached within 12” of bottom plate breaks.

■ All exterior walls shall be constructed of the appropriate studs set 16" on center.

■ Exterior sheathing shall be installed according to manufacturer’s instructions.

■ No broken pieces of sheathing shall be left in place. No gaps or missing pieces shall be allowed.

■ Exterior wall sheathing shall be smooth, securely attached to supports, and shall provide an adequate base to receive siding and fasteners.

■ All window and door openings shall be level, plumb, square, and built to the correct rough opening size as specified by the manufacturer.

■ Individual garage doors shall have appropriate header material installed.

■ Headers must be completely and securely resting on, and fastened to, supporting jacks.

■ If the plans call for brick, the brick lintel must be installed so that it reaches the outside edge of the supporting jacks.

■ Sliding glass doors shall be framed per the manufacturer’s rough opening specifications.

■ All exterior corner walls shall be braced.

■ All exterior hung door openings, including garage-to-house doors, shall be framed 2 7/8” over in height and 2” over in width.

Framing Labor: Header Construction

■ For standard loads, headers for openings less than 48" shall be minimum (2) 2 x 6 Douglas fir or MicroLam.

■ For standard loads, headers for openings 48" - 71" shall be minimum (2) 2 x 8 Douglas fir or MicroLam.

■ For standard loads, headers for openings 72" - 95" shall be minimum (2) 2 x 10 Douglas fir or MicroLam.

■ For standard loads, headers for openings 96" + shall be minimum (2) 2 x 12/equal Douglas fir or MicroLam.

■ For non-standard loads, headers for openings will be per engineering.

Framing Labor: Walls Interior

■ Interior walls bottom plates shall be fastened through to supporting structural members whenever possible.

■ When interior wall bottom plates are fastened to floor sheathing only, nails must be clenched from underneath.

■ Interior non-load-bearing walls shall be constructed of 2x studs set to a maximum of 24" on center.

■ If the plans call for interior load-bearing walls, the framing members for such walls shall be set 16" on center.

■ Basement load-bearing walls shall be 2x6 studs set 16" on center.

■ All interior hung door openings shall be framed 2 1/2” over in height and 2” over in width.

■ All bi-fold door openings shall be framed 1 ½” over in height and 1 1/2” over in width.

■ All bypass door openings shall be framed 2” over in height and 0” over in width.

■ All pocket door openings shall be framed 4½” over in height and 2 x callout size plus 2” in width.

■ Minimum 1x4 (2x6 preferred) blocking shall be cut-in in baths for the placement of bath hardware.

■ Blocking for towel bars shall be centered at 43" above sub-floor.

■ Blocking for grab bars shall be centered at 37" above sub-floor.

■ Blocking for toilet paper holders shall be centered at 24" above sub-floor.

■ Blocking for towel rings shall be centered at 54" above sub-floor.

■ If the water heater tank is located in the open garage area, Subcontractor is required to enclose the area of the hot water tank.

■ The Subcontractor is required to frame two walls, with the third wall being the house wall.

■ One wall must protect the hot water tank from impact or damage by an automobile.

Framing Labor: Roof

■ Trusses shall be set as per layout from truss manufacturer.

■ Particular attention shall be paid to “Top” stamp and bearing tags.

■ All joist hangers shall be installed and nailed with a nail in each hanger hole.

■ No truss may be cut, notched, nicked, or otherwise damaged.

■ If any truss is accidentally damaged the Site Superintendent should be notified immediately.

■ No truss may be repaired without the approval of the manufacturer’s engineer.

■ Roof structural members should be installed securely and be within 1/4" of plumb from collar tie to top of ridge.

■ Ridge shall not vary more than 1/4" out of level plus or minus over the entire length.

■ Roof ridge beam deflection shall be no greater than 1/2" in 8'-0".

■ Roof sheathing shall be smooth, securely attached to supports, and shall provide an adequate base to receive roofing fasteners.

■ Roof sheathing shall not bow more than 1/4" in 24".

■ Gable ends shall be completely sheathed.

■ Wind bracing shall be installed at gable ends.

■ Attic access holes and/or disappearing stairs shall be framed at locations shown on plan or as directed by Site Supervisor.

■ Attic access holes shall be framed to a minimum of 20" wide x 30" long.

■ Where the plans call for the HVAC unit to be placed in the attic, the Subcontractor must frame a minimum 20" by 30" access.

■ A passageway from the access hole to the area of the HVAC unit must be a minimum of 22" by 30".

■ The passageway must have a minimum 22" wide floor.

■ Flooring shall extend a minimum width of 30" along the control side of the equipment with a 30" high clear working space on all sides.

■ If two units are to be installed in the attic the flooring area must be increased to accommodate two units.

■ Roof ventilation holes shall be cut per plans.

■ Ridge ventilation, if installed, requires that sheathing be held back 2" from ridge line on both sides of ridge.

■ Confirm ridge ventilation with Site Supervisor.

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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ To ensure that Deck and Porch materials are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Framing Labor: Deck-Porch - General

■ All decks and porches shall meet or exceed all county, state, and federal building codes for safety.

■ Trained, experienced personnel shall perform all work.

■ The Subcontractor and all employees shall follow all OSHA safety requirements.

■ The Subcontractor and all employees shall follow OSHA safety requirements regarding the use of scaffolding.

■ All work shall meet or exceed local, state, and national safety standards for decks, deck landings, and deck stairs.

■ Local, state, or national safety codes shall take precedence over any item below should such items be in conflict.

■ Any item constructed by the Subcontractor shall meet or exceed the safety requirements of local, state, or federal authorities.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for the repair or correction of any item that fails any safety codes.

■ The Subcontractor shall correct any movement in stairs, deck rails, and pickets that exceeds the allowable limits of state or local codes.

■ The Subcontractor shall replace any wood that splits due to incorrect installation.

■ Any work determined to be of poor quality shall be repaired or replaced by the Subcontractor at no cost to Company.

Framing Labor: Deck-Porch - Details and Installation

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the new plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor will correct any errors and replace damaged materials from using an incorrect set of plans at no cost to Company.

■ Company will furnish all materials.

■ The Subcontractor shall keep waste material to a minimum.

■ Any unnecessary waste or damage to materials will, at Site Superintendant's discretion, be charged to the Subcontractor.

■ Decks shall be built to plan.

■ Decking material that has excessive splits (light visible through splits or splits that penetrate more than half of the board) shall not be used.

■ Decking material that is warped, twisted, or otherwise more than 1/4" out of level shall not be used.

■ All unusable material shall be counted and noted as to type and quantity on the Work Order.

■ Unusable materials shall be stacked and stored safely for return to supplier.

■ Deck or porch ledgers will be bolted to the house using 1/2" through-bolts. Lag bolts are not acceptable.

■ If nails are specified, all nails will be ring-shank nails. No nail heads shall protrude from the decking.

■ Screws shall be of sufficient length to penetrate into structural members to a depth of 1-1/2".

■ No screw heads shall protrude from the decking.

■ The spacing on opposite sides of individual deck boards shall not differ in average width by more than 1/8".

■ No point on the deck surface shall vary more than 1/2" from any other surface point within 10'-0" on a line parallel to the house.

■ Landings shall be installed as required by safety codes.

■ Step run and rise shall be per plan. If plan does not specify this information, discuss with Site Superintendent.

■ All pickets shall be nailed securely and without splitting.

■ All handrails will be tight and secure with no give, shaking, or movement.

■ Railings on decks shall not contain slivers longer than 1/8" in exposed areas.

■ All construction debris must be removed to the dumpster or to an area designated by the Site Superintendent.

■ The job will not be considered complete and payment will not be issued until all trash and debris have been so removed.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

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■ To ensure that Stairs are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

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■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Framing Labor: Stairs - General

■ Due care must be taken when removing temporary stairs and installing the permanent stairs.

■ The installers must not damage the existing framing or other Subcontractors’ work.

■ All stairs are to be properly braced on the underside of the stairs to prevent any bouncing, creaks, squeaks, and movement.

■ All shims and bracing pieces on the underside of treads must be secured with both additional shims and nails.

■ All stairs shall be covered with rosin paper to protect the stair treads during the remaining time of construction.

■ All areas of oak on the stair treads shall be doubly protected with a material that cannot be easily removed.

Framing Labor: Stairs - Installation

■ The Subcontractor shall remove temporary stairs and place them in the garage when permanent stairs are installed.

■ The Subcontractor shall prevent damage to existing framing or other completed construction.

■ The Subcontractor shall construct stairs in such a manner that stairs do not squeak, creak, bounce, or move.

■ The Subcontractor shall add additional bracing as required to ensure the stability of the stairs.

■ The Subcontractor shall field-measure the stair area to ensure a correct fit and correct riser spans.

■ Stairs are to be fitted to the floor correctly for the floor covering used (wood, vinyl, or carpet).

■ Stairways shall not be less than 36" in clear width.

■ The greatest riser height within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest riser height by more than 3/8".

■ The greatest tread width within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest tread width by more than 3/8".

■ When risers are closed, all treads shall have a uniform projection not to exceed 1-1/2".

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for cleaning up all residual materials before the job shall be accepted as complete.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

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■ To ensure that Deck and Porch materials are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

HVAC is divided into two phases: Rough and Final. While each project does not necessarily include both phases,

they are included in this Scope of Work. Payment will be made per each of the phases.

HVAC: General

■ The equipment and system shall be installed in accordance with all approved building, plumbing, electrical, and health codes, and function as specified. Installations should pass the initial code inspection at each phase.

■ Installations shall pass the initial code inspection at each phase.

■ The Subcontractor must be licensed in the code enforcement jurisdiction in which the project is located prior to beginning work.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals. Workmanship shall be so as to require a minimum of repairs and patching after installation.

■ All systems must be energy efficient per current code.

■ Company will provide a full set of plans to allow the Subcontractor time to complete the necessary heat-load calculations and HVAC layouts.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to determine the optimal tonnage and number of units required for each house.

■ Systems shall be installed using new materials of the grade and quality required to meet or exceed local or state and ASHRAE standards.

■ The type and manufacturer of the HVAC system shall be approved by Company.

■ The type and manufacturer of the HVAC system cannot be changed without the written approval of Company's purchasing agent.

■ Should the requirements for HVAC systems change due to a change in the applicable codes, all plans must be re-bid.

■ No roof or floor truss may be cut, notched, moved, or otherwise damaged in any manner.

■ If any structural member interferes with the installation of the HVAC system, the Site Superintendent should be notified.

■ Should any structural member be damaged, an engineer must approve any repairs before they are made.

■ The HVAC systems shall operate correctly for the first two (2) years of Warranty coverage.

■ The HVAC Subcontractor shall not be responsible for damage caused by owner negligence.

■ The HVAC system shall be governed by design conditions as specified in the ASHRAE handbook.

■ Federal, state or local energy codes shall supersede this standard where such codes have been adopted locally.

■ The heating system shall be a complete and functioning system, tested and ready for operation.

■ The heating system shall be capable of maintaining an inside temperature of 74°F, at the center of each room, 5'-0" above the floor.

■ The cooling system shall be a complete and functioning system tested and ready for operation.

■ The cooling system shall be capable of maintaining a temperature of 70°F, at the center of each room, 5'-0" above the floor.

■ Refrigerant lines should not develop leaks, with no condensation on refrigerant lines during the first year of the Warranty period.

■ The Subcontractor will provide, via a tag on the HVAC unit, a regular office hour phone number and an emergency phone number.

■ The Subcontractor is required to furnish emergency service.

HVAC Installation

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the new plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor will correct any errors that occur from using an incorrect set of plans at no cost to Company.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary trade permits.

■ Subcontractor shall be responsible for installing ventilation for hot water tank.

■ If the attic area is not complete or completed incorrectly, the Site Superintendent should be notified immediately.

■ Do not install unit if framing is not complete.

■ A metal condensation drain pan shall be installed by the Subcontractor when an attic unit is placed.

■ All HVAC equipment shall be located with sufficient clearances from walls or other equipment to permit regular maintenance.

■ Should any area be inadequate to allow necessary clearances, the Site Superintendent should be notified immediately.

■ The Subcontractor shall furnish a pre-built pad for the AC unit. It is to be installed level and square.

■ All ducts should be properly sealed at the heat exchanger per energy code and should not become loose or detached.

■ All ducts shall be installed per the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ No duct shall be crimped, bent, or otherwise installed in such a manner as to restrict airflow.

■ Any duct work leaving the heating or cooling unit shall not obstruct the unit in such a manner that the unit cannot be maintained.

■ All floor ducts are to be temporarily covered to prevent debris from falling into the ductwork.

■ The appropriate covering is expanded metal stucco lath cut to size for the vent cover, provided and installed by the Subcontractor.

■ All floor duct openings shall be level, square, and flush with the floor. Installed floor grills should not tilt more than 1/16" when stepped on.

■ The vent and grill in the kick plate under the cabinets shall be installed high enough to allow shoe molding to be installed below the kick plate.

■ All ceiling grills shall be square and set flush with the ceiling. They shall have the proper insulation materials installed and shall fit snugly.

■ Subcontractor is responsible for cutting neat, clean holes and for completely sealing the holes. Any excess sealing material is to be removed.

■ All piping joints and connections shall be suitable for the pressure-temperature conditions and compatible with the piping material.

■ The stiffening of ductwork and the gauge of the metal used shall be such that duct walls do not flex with pressure changes.

■ Programmable thermostats shall be installed as directed by Supervisor.

■ Programmable thermostat instruction booklet shall be placed in cabinet drawer to the left of the range.

■ Condensation pumps shall be plugged in and operational.

■ Heating units shall have filters installed.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for cleaning up all residual materials before the job will be accepted as complete.

■ At completion of job, house shall be broom-swept and all debris removed to the dumpster or a designated trash area.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for passing all required inspections.

■ Any re-inspection fees assessed Company for items relating to this Scope of Work will be charged to and reimbursed by the Subcontractor.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before final payment will be made.

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■ To ensure that the Plumbing systems and fixtures are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

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■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Plumbing is divided into three phases: Rough-In, Top-Out and Trim-Out. While each project does not necessarily include every phase,

all three phases are included in this Scope of Work. Payment will be made per each of the phases.

Plumbing: General

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the new plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor will correct any errors that occur from using an incorrect set of plans at no cost to Company.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to secure all necessary trade permits.

■ All plumbing fixtures (water closet, showers, shower tub units, sinks, etc) shall conform to and be installed to code.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ The Subcontractor must be licensed in the code enforcement jurisdiction in which the project is located before work may begin.

■ A properly qualified and licensed plumber must be on site at all times when work is being done by Subcontractor.

■ The system and fixtures shall be installed in accordance with all approved building, plumbing, and health codes, and function as specified.

■ Plumbing installations shall pass the initial compliance inspection at each phase.

■ Fixtures, appliances, and fittings shall be as specified and comply with their manufacturers’ standards for performance and installation.

■ Service connections to water main and sewer should function properly.

■ Piping shall be designed to ensure adequate pressure and flow at each fixture and that each fixture is protected from freezing.

■ Notching, drilling, and cutting of framing members should be done so as not to compromise the structural integrity of the house.

■ Under no circumstances shall any structural member be cut, notched, or otherwise damaged.

■ Should any structural member not accommodate the necessary plumbing system, notify the Site Superintendent immediately.

■ Notify the Site Superintendent if any structural member is accidentally damaged.

■ Repairs to structural members must have engineering approval.

■ Drain, waste, vent, and water pipes shall be installed in a manner that provides adequate space for insulation as required by codes.

■ Extreme caution should be exercised while using open flames in buildings.

■ All systems tests shall be completed and documented.

■ The plumbing system shall be a complete and functioning system tested and ready for operation.

■ The house must pass all plumbing inspections. Any corrections required by the inspectors will be at the expense of the Subcontractor.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for final inspections to ensure a quality job.

■ The plumbing system should operate correctly for the first two (2) years of Warranty coverage.

■ The Subcontractor is required to furnish emergency service to the Buyer during the warranty period.

■ The Subcontractor shall furnish, via a visible tag on the hot water tank, an office phone number and an emergency phone number.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for cleaning up all residual materials before the job will be accepted as complete.

■ All trash and building debris shall be removed to the dumpster or designated trash area.

■ The house shall be broom-swept before job shall be considered complete.

■ The Subcontractor must correct any deficiency found during the inspection and the job must be complete before payment will be made.

Plumbing: Top-Out

■ Each house shall have an accessible main shutoff valve near the entrance of the water service.

■ The shut-off valve shall be a full-way type with provision for drainage, such as a bleed orifice or installation of a separate drain valve.

■ The water service shall have a valve at the curb or property line in accordance with local water authority requirements.

■ All discharge piping shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipe.

■ All waste lines shall have a gradient not significantly more or less than 1 in 40, or 3" in 10'-0".

■ Unless otherwise noted, all water-distribution piping in the house shall be cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX).

■ The supply line to the master manifold shall be 1”.

■ A copper master manifold with shut-off valves shall be installed at the water heater.

■ Copper secondary manifolds shall be installed in each user location, with copper adapters at the fixtures.

■ The supply lines to the secondary manifolds shall be home-run from the master manifold and shall be 3/4”.

■ The supply lines from the secondary manifolds to the fixtures shall be 1/2”.

■ The plumbing Subcontractor shall provide all garden tubs, shower stalls, and tub/shower combination units, unless otherwise instructed.

■ All such units will be placed inside the bathroom areas by the framing Subcontractor prior to framing the bath areas.

■ The plumbing Subcontractor shall ensure that the fixtures are onsite in time for the framing Subcontractor to set inside the house.

■ The plumbing Subcontractor should not need to adjust any framing members.

■ Should adjustments be necessary the Subcontractor should notify the Site Superintendent before adjustments are made.

■ It is the responsibility of the plumbing Subcontractor to determine the placement of all fixture supply lines, drain lines and traps.

■ If a whirlpool tub is to be installed, a door or panel of sufficient size shall be installed to provide access to the pump for repair and/or replacement.

■ No leaks of any kind shall exist in any soil, waste, vent, or water pipe.

■ The flow of hot water shall be to the left-hand side of the fittings.

■ The water closet centerline shall be not less than 15" from adjacent walls, partitions, or cabinets.

■ The location of piping, fixtures, or equipment shall not interfere with window and door operations.

■ The location of piping, fixtures, or equipment shall not interfere with the placement of lighting fixtures in baths.

■ Plumbing receptors receiving the discharge of indirect waste pipes shall be shaped and have a capacity to prevent splashing or flooding.

■ Plumbing receptors receiving the discharge of indirect waste pipes shall be easily accessible for inspection and cleaning.

■ All walls surrounding a shower compartment or tub/shower combination shall be sealed to form a watertight joint with such fixtures.

■ All shower compartments and tub/shower combination fixtures shall be lined per code.

■ All cleanouts shall be centered at 6” off floor, in an accessible but inconspicuous location. Preferred location is inside cabinet.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for the installation of gas lines and connections for all gas appliances.

■ All gas lines to interior and exterior locations shall have valve and cap applied at installation.

Plumbing: Trim-Out

■ Use only water-conserving types of fixtures, faucets, showerheads, and other fittings.

■ No valve, faucet, or fixture shall leak.

■ Where fixtures come in contact with walls or floors the joint shall be watertight.

■ Floor-outlet or floor-mounted fixtures shall be secured to the drainage connection and to the floor by corrosion-resistant fasteners.

■ Plumbing fixtures shall be functionally accessible.

■ The hot water tank shall be a 40-gallon tank unless an approved change order is issued to upgrade the size and/or type of the tank.

■ The hot water tank shall be raised 18" from the floor and placed in a drip pan provided by the Subcontractor.

■ No hot water tank shall rest directly on a concrete floor or wooden stand.

■ The surface of bathtubs and kitchen sinks shall not be chipped or scratched.

■ All bathtubs shall have outlets and overflows at least 1-1/2" in diameter and the waste outlet shall be equipped with an approved stopper.

■ Sinks shall be provided with waste outlets not less than 1-1/2" in diameter. A strainer shall be provided.

■ The sink strainer shall be placed in the top cabinet drawer to the left of the range in the kitchen.

■ Faucets and showerheads shall be correctly aligned so that each is the same distance from the wall, and shall be level and straight.

■ Fixtures having concealed tubular traps shall be provided with an access panel or unobstructed utility space of at least 12" dimension.

■ Joints that are soldered, screwed, fused, or solvent-welded must form a solid connection.

■ Noise from loose pipes or a water hammer is unacceptable.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for installing the garbage disposal and setting the dishwasher and gas range.

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■ To ensure that the Plumbing systems and fixtures are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Plumbing is divided into three phases: Rough-In, Top-Out and Trim-Out. While each project does not necessarily include every phase,

all three phases are included in this Scope of Work. Payment will be made per each of the phases.

Plumbing: General

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the new plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor will correct any errors that occur from using an incorrect set of plans at no cost to Company.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to secure all necessary trade permits.

■ All plumbing fixtures (water closet, showers, shower tub units, sinks, etc) shall conform to and be installed to code.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ The Subcontractor must be licensed in the code enforcement jurisdiction in which the project is located before work may begin.

■ A properly qualified and licensed plumber must be on site at all times when work is being done by Subcontractor.

■ The system and fixtures shall be installed in accordance with all approved building, plumbing, and health codes, and function as specified.

■ Installations shall pass the initial compliance inspection at each phase.

■ Fixtures, appliances, and fittings shall be as specified and comply with their manufacturers’ standards for performance and installation.

■ Service connections to water main and sewer should function properly.

■ Piping shall be designed to ensure adequate pressure and flow at each fixture and that each fixture is protected from freezing.

■ Notching, drilling, and cutting of framing members should be done so as not to compromise the structural integrity of the house.

■ Under no circumstances shall any structural member be cut, notched, or otherwise damaged.

■ Should any structural member not accommodate the necessary plumbing system, notify the Site Superintendent immediately.

■ Notify the Site Superintendent if any structural member is accidentally damaged.

■ Repairs to structural members must have engineering approval.

■ Drain, waste, vent, and water pipes shall be installed in a manner that provides adequate space for insulation as required by codes.

■ Extreme caution should be exercised while using open flames in buildings.

■ All systems tests shall be completed and documented.

■ The plumbing system shall be a complete and functioning system tested and ready for operation.

■ The house must pass all plumbing inspections. Any corrections required by the inspectors will be at the expense of the Subcontractor.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for final inspections to ensure a quality job.

■ The plumbing system should operate correctly for the first two (2) years of Warranty coverage.

■ The Subcontractor is required to furnish emergency service to the Buyer during the warranty period.

■ The Subcontractor shall furnish, via a visible tag on the hot water tank, an office phone number and an emergency phone number.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for cleaning up all residual materials before the job will be accepted as complete.

■ All trash and building debris shall be removed to the dumpster or designated trash area.

■ The house shall be broom-swept before job shall be considered complete.

■ The Subcontractor must correct any deficiency found during the inspection and the job must be complete before final payment will be made.

Plumbing: Rough-In

■ Each house shall have an accessible main shutoff valve near the entrance of the water service.

■ The shut-off valve shall be a full-way type with provision for drainage, such as a bleed orifice or installation of a separate drain valve.

■ The water service shall have a valve at the curb or property line in accordance with local water authority requirements.

■ All under-slab water-distribution piping shall be of a type approved by Company.

■ No leaks of any kind are acceptable in any soil, waste, vent, or water pipe.

■ Unless otherwise noted, all water-distribution piping in the house shall be Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX).

■ The supply line to the master manifold shall be 1”.

■ All discharge piping shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipe.

■ Gradient for all waste lines shall not be significantly more or less than 1'-0" in 40'-0", or 3" in 10'-0".

■ The water closet centerline shall be not less than 15" from adjacent walls, partitions, or cabinets.

■ Plumbing receptors receiving the discharge of indirect waste pipes shall be shaped and have a capacity to prevent splashing or flooding.

■ Plumbing receptors receiving the discharge of indirect waste pipes shall be easily accessible for inspection and cleaning.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for the installation of gas lines and connections for all gas appliances.

Plumbing: Top-Out

■ The plumbing Subcontractor shall provide all garden tubs, shower stalls, and tub/shower combination units, unless otherwise instructed.

■ All such units will be placed inside the bathroom areas by the framing Subcontractor prior to framing the bath areas.

■ The plumbing Subcontractor shall ensure that the fixtures are onsite in time for the framing Subcontractor to set inside the house.

■ The plumbing Subcontractor should not need to adjust any framing members.

■ Should adjustments be necessary the Subcontractor should notify the Site Superintendent before adjustments are made.

■ It is the responsibility of the plumbing Subcontractor to determine the placement of all fixture supply lines, drain lines and traps.

■ If a whirlpool tub is to be installed, a door or panel of sufficient size shall be installed to provide access to the pump for repair and/or replacement.

■ The plumbing Subcontractor should not need to adjust any framing members.

■ Should adjustments be necessary, the Subcontractor should notify the Site Superintendent before adjustments are made.

■ No leaks of any kind shall exist in any soil, waste, vent, or water pipe.

■ The flow of hot water shall be to the left-hand side of the fittings.

■ A copper master manifold with shut-off valves shall be installed at the water heater.

■ Copper secondary manifolds shall be installed in each user location, with copper adapters at the fixtures.

■ The supply lines to the secondary manifolds shall be home-run from the master manifold and shall be 3/4”.

■ The supply lines from the secondary manifolds to the fixtures shall be 1/2”.

■ All discharge piping shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic pipe.

■ The water closet centerline shall be not less than 15" from adjacent walls, partitions, or cabinets.

■ The location of piping, fixtures, or equipment shall not interfere with window and door operations.

■ The location of piping, fixtures, or equipment shall not interfere with the placement of lighting fixtures in baths.

■ All walls surrounding a shower compartment or tub/shower combination shall be sealed to form a watertight joint with such fixtures.

■ All shower compartments and tub/shower combination fixtures shall be lined per code.

■ All cleanouts shall be centered at 6” off floor, in an accessible but inconspicuous location. Preferred location is inside cabinet.

■ All gas lines to interior and exterior locations shall have valve and cap applied at installation.

Plumbing: Trim-Out

■ Use only water-conserving types of fixtures, faucets, showerheads, and other fittings.

■ No valve, faucet, or fixture shall leak.

■ Where fixtures come in contact with walls or floors the joint shall be watertight.

■ Floor-outlet or floor-mounted fixtures shall be secured to the drainage connection and to the floor by corrosion-resistant fasteners.

■ Plumbing fixtures shall be functionally accessible.

■ The hot water tank shall be a 40-gallon tank unless an approved change order is issued to upgrade the size and/or type of the tank.

■ The hot water tank shall be raised 18" from the floor and placed in a drip pan provided by the Subcontractor.

■ No hot water tank shall rest directly on a concrete floor or wooden stand.

■ The surface of bathtubs and kitchen sinks shall not be chipped or scratched.

■ All bathtubs shall have outlets and overflows at least 1-1/2" in diameter and the waste outlet shall be equipped with an approved stopper.

■ Sinks shall be provided with waste outlets not less than 1-1/2" in diameter. A strainer shall be provided.

■ The sink strainer shall be placed in the top cabinet drawer to the left of the range in the kitchen.

■ Faucets and showerheads shall be correctly aligned so that each is the same distance from the wall, and shall be level and straight.

■ Fixtures having concealed tubular traps shall be provided with an access panel or unobstructed utility space of at least 12" dimension.

■ Joints that are soldered, screwed, fused, or solvent-welded must form a solid connection.

■ Noise from loose pipes or a water hammer is unacceptable.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for installing the disposal and setting the dishwasher and gas range.

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■ To ensure that the Electrical wiring systems and fixtures are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

Terms used in this document

■ Site Superintendent: shall refer to any Company representative with authority to enforce this Scope of Work.

■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Electrical is divided into two phases: Rough and Finish. Both phases are included in this Scope of Work. Payment will be made per each of the phases.

Electrical: General

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have new plans before beginning work.

■ The electrical system should be complete and functioning, system-tested, and ready for operation.

■ The wiring, equipment, materials, and methods shall be in full compliance with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

■ The wiring, equipment, materials, and methods shall be in full compliance with the latest local building codes.

■ In the event of conflict with these standards and specifications, the NEC and local building codes shall take precedence.

■ Installations should pass the initial compliance inspection at each phase.

■ The electrical system shall be installed using new materials of the grade and quality specified or required to meet the expected standards.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ Under no circumstances shall any structural member be cut, notched, or damaged.

■ Should any Structural member be accidentally damaged, the Site Superintendent should be notified immediately.

■ No repairs may be made to structural members without engineering approval.

■ The Subcontractor must correct any deficiency found during any inspection.

■ Each phase must be complete before payment will be made.

Electrical: Rough

■ A breaker box of a size that will adequately handle all electrical requirements of the house shall be installed.

■ Circuit breakers shall be trip-free and capable of being closed and opened by manual operation.

■ All circuit breakers shall be plainly, legibly and permanently labeled.

■ Receptacle outlets shall be installed per NEC code.

■ Additional outlets (over and above the NEC code requirements) will be noted on the plans and/or by Site Superintendent.

■ All receptacle outlets shall be installed so that they do not protrude past the drywall.

■ All receptacle covers shall fit level, square, plumb, and be snug against the wall.

■ Receptacle outlets in the kitchen and baths shall be a GFI type. The number will be determined by the NEC code.

■ When a light fixture is installed horizontally over the kitchen sink, the wire for the light should not be visible.

■ All houses shall include low-volt doorbell wiring at front door with lighted doorbell plunger and doorbell chime installed.

■ All required systems tests shall be completed.

■ All construction debris must be removed to the dumpster.

■ Any items found during any inspection that need correction shall be corrected.

Electrical: Ceiling Fans

■ The placement of ceiling fans shall be as shown on the plans and/or as directed during the pre-start walk-through.

■ The Subcontractor shall install bracing for ceiling fans in all bedrooms and bonus rooms even if a ceiling fan is not scheduled to be installed.

■ If a ceiling fan is specified in any room, a switched receptacle must also be provided for the ceiling fan.

Electrical: Finish

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for the installation of all light fixtures per plan, including the installation of energy efficient bulbs in all fixtures.

■ When a light fixture is installed horizontally over the kitchen sink, the wire for the light should not be visible.

■ All houses shall include low-volt doorbell wiring at front door with lighted doorbell plunger and doorbell chime installed.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for setting the range hood/microwave and the electric range.

■ All required systems tests shall be completed.

■ All construction debris must be removed to the dumpster.

■ Any items found during any inspection that need correction shall be corrected.

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■ To ensure that the Fireplace(s) are installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

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Acceptable Performance

Fireplace: General

■ The fireplace shall be the size and type designated on the Work Order.

■ The fireplace shall be installed per the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ All installation shall be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ All fireplaces shall be installed level, plumb, and square, and must meet or exceed all fire and county, state, or local codes.

■ No fireplace box may be out of level or plumb by more than 1/4".

■ The fireplace should be installed in such a manner that when the face of the fireplace is installed the face shall fit snug against all walls.

■ During installation, care must be taken by the Subcontractor not to damage the work of other Subcontractors.

■ The Subcontractor must correct any deficiency found during any inspection and the job must be complete before final payment will be made.

Fireplace: Installation

■ Fireplaces shall be installed per plans.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to install deadwood as necessary for secure installation.

■ In the event the Subcontractor finds that firestops are missing, the Site Superintendent should be notified immediately.

■ The Subcontractor shall not negatively impact another Subcontractor’s work.

■ If any cutting is required for installation. the Subcontractor shall not damage any structural member.

■ All chimneys shall be capped or a shroud installed per plans.

■ All fireplaces shall be equipped with gas starters.

■ If a propane adapter is required, it will be provided and installed by the Subcontractor.

■ Fireplace fronts, hearths, and mantels shall be installed per the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ All fireplace faces, hearths, and mantles shall be installed square, level, and plumb.

■ The face and/or mantel shall fit smoothly and be snug against the walls.

■ All fireplace faces, hearths, and mantles shall have no more than a 1/8" gap to be caulked on any side.

■ The fireplace key, escutcheons, and information manuals shall be placed in the cabinet drawer to the left of the range.

■ Any trash or debris shall be removed to the dumpster and the site and house must be cleaned before the job will be considered complete.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before final payment will be made.

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■ To ensure windows and exterior doors are installed to manufacturer's specifications, are plumb, square, and level, and meets all code requirements.

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■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Windows and Exterior Doors may be installed by the Framing Labor Subcontractor, or may be installed by another Subcontractor.

In either case, this Scope of Work and the associated Inspection Reports must be completed.

Window and Exterior Door Installation

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have the new plans before beginning work.

■ Any errors that occur from using an incorrect set of plans will be corrected by the Subcontractor at no cost to Company.

■ Windows and doors shall be installed per plan and per the manufacturer’s instructions.

■ For any framed opening not correctly sized, out of square, or not level, and cannot be easily corrected, notify the Site Superintendent.

■ All windows and doors shall be installed so that they are centered in the framed opening and level within 1/16".

■ All windows and doors shall operate smoothly and correctly.

■ Weather-stripping, insulation, and waterproofing shall be installed per the manufacturer’s requirements. Air leakage is unacceptable.

■ Flashing shall be installed around all windows as shown in the following installation instructions.

■ Flashing shall be installed around all exterior doors as shown in the following installation instructions.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before final payment will be made.

► Window Install

► Ext Door Install

► Flashing Openings

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■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

Acceptable Performance

Roofing is divided into two phases: Underlayment and Roofing. Both phases are included in this Scope of Work.

Payment will be made per each of the phases.

Roofing: General

■ The Roofing Subcontractor is the subcontractor most subject to serious injury on the jobsite.

■ The Subcontractor is required to have OSHA-approved ladders and use approved safety devices that anchor roofers to the roof area.

■ If the Subcontractor uses pump-jack scaffolding, the scaffolding must have handrails installed.

■ Toe boards are against code and shall not be used.

■ The Subcontractor is required to use OSHA-approved safety measures for securing workers to the roof.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ Roofing should be installed according to manufacturer’s recommendations and should not leak under normal conditions.

■ Roofing shall be applied only when the supporting roof decking is clean and dry.

■ Roof sheathing shall not bow more than 1/4" in 2'-0". If any roof sheathing is warped, the Site Superintendent should be notified.

■ Roofing should be secured using the correct number and size fasteners properly positioned on the roofing material.

■ Fasteners shall be compatible with the flashing used. The fasteners approved by the manufacturer must be used.

■ If the Subcontractor is providing the roofing material, all materials shall be of the type, brand, and color specified by Company.

■ Payment may be made jointly to the roofing supplier and the Subcontractor if a supplier delivers roofing materials to the jobsite.

■ The Subcontractor will be paid by the squares installed, not by the number of bundles delivered to the jobsite.

Roofing: Underlayment

■ Underlayment shall be installed over the entire roof as soon as the roof sheathing is complete.

■ The underlayment shall lap at least 2" horizontally and 4" at any side lap, and should lap 6" at hips and ridges.

■ One layer of underlayment is to be applied starting at the eaves and lapping each course of the felt over the lower course.

■ Underlayment shall lap at least 2" horizontally, at least 4" where ends join, and at least 6" at hips and ridges.

■ Underlayment is to be applied only to dry decking. It is not to be applied to damp, wet, or warped decking.

■ Chimneys should be counter-flashed to permit movement. A saddle should be installed where the chimney projects through the roof below the ridge.

■ Valleys are to be constructed by centering minimum 14" wide aluminum valley metal flashing over the underlayment at the valley.

■ Valley flashing shall be secured with approved fasteners and then covered with finish roofing material.

■ Wall flashing shall be installed in the same manner as valley flashing.

■ All chimneys shall be flashed.

■ The Subcontractor shall establish a drip edge to extend no less than 1/4" and not more than 3/4" over the fascia.

Roofing

Roofing Fasteners

■ All roofing shall be blind fastened with all fasteners fully covered, if possible. Any nail holes shall be completely sealed.

■ If nails or screws are used they must be corrosion-resistant nails, a minimum 12-gauge with a 3/8" head.

■ If staples are used they must be corrosion-resistant, a minimum 16-gauge with a 15/16" crown width, applied with pneumatic staplers.

■ All roofing shall be applied true and straight. A chalk line shall be used for coursing.

■ Cut lines on asphalt shingles should not vary more than 1/2" to either side of a line from the eave to the ridge parallel to the gable.

■ Shingle edges parallel to the ridge should vary no more than 1/2" from a line parallel to the eave or ridge, unless designed otherwise.

■ Shingle reveal at the ridge after capping shall be within 1" plus or minus of the shingle reveal stipulated by the manufacturer.

■ The ridge cap shall begin at the roof end opposite the direction of prevailing winds. All nail holes shall be caulked with silicone caulk.

■ Fasteners shall be long enough to penetrate into the decking a minimum of 1/2". A penetration of 3/4" is preferred.

■ Fasteners must be driven straight into decking.

■ All roof vents (continuous ridge vents or turtle-back vents) shall be installed per plan.

■ If shingles are applied, a cover shingle is to be used to cover all horizontal and headwall flashing.

■ All excess material shall be stacked in one location as directed by the Site Superintendant.

■ Excess material shall be counted, and amounts and types listed on the Work Order.

■ All scrap material, shingle wrappers, and other trash shall be cleaned up and placed in the dumpster or the designated area for trash.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before final payment will be made.

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■ To ensure that Siding and Exterior Trim is installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

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Acceptable Performance

Siding and Exterior Trim: General

■ The Subcontractor shall review the plans with the Site Superintendent prior to beginning work.

■ Any corrections shall be made, and material replaced, at the expense of the Subcontractor.

■ Trained, experienced individuals shall install all siding.

■ The type of siding used on a house is determined by the options selected by the purchaser.

■ Concrete siding and wood siding are the normal siding used. The Work Order will specify the type of siding to be used.

■ Company will furnish the siding material. The Subcontractor will furnish all fasteners.

■ All siding shall be installed per plan using the fasteners required by the manufacturer.

■ Siding is to be nailed, blind or face, per the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ The Subcontractor is expected to control material waste.

■ At the Site Superintendent's discretion, Subcontractor may be charged for unacceptable waste.

■ Such unacceptable waste charges shall be deducted from payments due.

■ The Subcontractor shall follow all safety regulations regarding ladders, scaffolding, safety rails, etc.

■ If pump-jack-type scaffolding is used, handrails must be in place at all times.

■ Review "Section 2- Safety" of the Subcontractor Terms and Conditions for consequences of ignoring safety regulations.

■ All construction debris is to be removed to the dumpster or designated trash collection area and the job site is to be left clean.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

Siding: Installation

■ All siding shall be level and straight with a maximum of 1/4" off parallel in 20'-0" with contiguous courses.

■ All siding shall be secured to solid framing.

■ End gaps wider than 1/16" are unacceptable in hardboard or concrete siding.

■ Any siding board that is cracked, split, or broken during installation must be removed and replaced.

■ No broken, split, or cracked siding boards shall be on the house at the completion of the job.

■ Siding waves of more than 1/8" in 16" is unacceptable.

■ Bows in hardboard or concrete siding of more than 1/8" in 32" are unacceptable.

■ “Z” mold flashing shall be installed at the top of all openings. Additional flashing shall be installed as required by Site Supervisor.

■ Any holes, nicks, gouges, etc., in siding shall be repaired before job is considered complete.

■ Unacceptable pieces of siding shall be replaced before the job is considered complete.

Vinyl Siding: Installation

Vinyl Siding Installation Guide

■ Starter strip shall be placed level at the point the siding is to be started, with a gap of 1/4" between strips.

■ Installed panels and accessories must move freely from side to side.

■ Nails or other fasteners shall be secured to framing members.

■ Nails or other fasteners shall be centered in the nailing slots.

■ Nail heads should be 5/16" minimum in diameter. Shank should be 1/8" in diameter.

■ The clearance between the fastener head and the siding panel shall be approximately 1/32" (about the thickness of a dime).

■ Fasteners shall be driven straight and level to prevent distortion and buckling of the panel.

■ There shall be a minimum clearance of 1/4" at all openings and stops to allow for normal expansion and contraction.

■ If siding is installed at a temperature below 40°, minimum clearance shall be increased to 3/8".

■ Siding panels shall not be caulked where they meet the receiver of inside corners, outside corners, or J-trim.

■ Overlap joints shall not be caulked.

■ Siding shall not be face-nailed except in very limited applications where the nail hem is removed and nail punch lock systems cannot be used.

■ Siding end laps shall be staggered so that no two courses are aligned vertically unless separated by at least three courses.

■ Beginning and ending course panels shall not be less than 24" in length.

■ Green lumber shall not be used as underlayment.

■ Unacceptable pieces of siding shall be replaced before the job is considered complete.

■ Vinyl siding manufacturer’s instructions shall be followed, using parts specified by the manufacturer, to ensure proper installation

Exterior Trim: Installation

■ All exterior trim shall be installed per plan, including any porch columns and railings.

■ Exterior trim should not be installed if split, broken, or gouged, or if it contains large knots or holes.

■ Exterior trim materials with splits wider than 1/8" are unacceptable. Bows and twists exceeding 1/4" in 8'-0" are also unacceptable.

■ Joints between exterior trim elements shall not result in joints opened wider than 1/16".

■ In all cases, the exterior trim shall perform its function of excluding the elements.

■ Exterior trim shall be tightly secured to framing members and shall be straight, level, and plumb.

■ All inside and outside corners and window and door openings shall be trimmed out per plan or per the Site Superintendent.

■ Garage door jambs shall be completed to the size of the garage door as shown on the plans. Corners shall be completed per plans.

■ Garage door jambs shall be square, level, plumb, and straight.

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■ To ensure that the Brick Veneer is installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

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Acceptable Performance

Payment will be made when the Brick Veneer installation is completed and accepted.

Brick Veneer: General

■ The Subcontractor shall review the plans with the Site Superintendent prior to beginning work.

■ Any corrections shall be made, and material replaced, at the expense of the Subcontractor.

■ The specifications for the brick veneer used on a house is determined by the options selected by the purchaser.

■ The Work Order will specify the type of brick veneer to be used.

■ Company will furnish the brick veneer material. The Subcontractor will furnish all mortar, fasteners, and other installation materials.

■ All brick veneer will be installed per the manufacturer’s specifications.

■ Trained, experienced individuals shall install all brick veneer.

■ All brick veneer shall be installed per plan using the procedures required by the manufacturer.

■ The Subcontractor is expected to control excess waste of materials.

■ The Subcontractor shall follow all safety rules in regard to ladders, scaffolding, safety rails, etc.

■ If pump-jack-type scaffolding is used, handrails must be in place at all times.

Brick Veneer: Installation

Wall Assembly 1

Wall Assembly 2

Water Management

■ Install No. 15 asphalt felt, building paper, house/building wrap or other approved water-resistive barrier shall be placed over sheathing.

■ For typical veneer applications, use Type N mortar complying with ASTM C270.

■ All brick veneer shall be laid with mortar joint specified by the plans or the job supervisor but shall not exceed ½".

■ All brick veneer shall be level and straight with a maximum of 1/4" off parallel in 20'-0" with contiguous courses.

■ Waves in brick veneer of more than 1/8" in 16" is unacceptable.

■ Maximum variation from plumb in vertical lines and surfaces of columns and walls shall not exceed 1/4" in 10'-0", nor 3/8" in 20'-0".

■ Maximum variation from plumb for external corners, expansion joints and other conspicuous lines shall not exceed 1/4" in 20'-0".

■ All brick veneer shall be secured to solid framing.

■ No broken, split, or cracked bricks shall be on the house at the completion of the job.

■ Any holes, nicks, gouges, etc., in brick veneer shall be repaired before job is considered complete.

Support

■ Provide a noncombustible foundation to support veneer

■ Where vertical support is provided by wood construction, provide steel angles properly attached to or supported by wood framing.

Air Space

■ Maintain a minimum 1" (nominal) air space.

■ Do not exceed 4 1/2" between back of brick and sheathing unless anchors are rationally designed.

■ Completely fill the air space below wall base flashing with grout or mortar.

■ Where continuous insulation is placed between the veneer and backing, maintain 1" between the back of the brick and the insulation face.

Flashing

■ Install above grade at the wall base and extend to or beyond face of brickwork.

■ Extend base flashing at least 8" vertically.

■ Place flashing at all points where air space is interrupted.

■ Place flashing at other locations where water removal is desired, such as under sills and copings.

■ Where flashing is discontinuous, form dams by turning ends up at least 1" into a head joint.

Weepholes

■ Open head joint weepholes shall be installed at a maximum of 24" on center.

■ Space wicks or weep tubes shall be installed at a maximum of 16" on center.

Anchors

■ Do not space anchors more than 32" horizontally and 24" vertically.

■ Where corrugated metal anchors are installed, minimum thickness of the anchors should be No. 22 U.S. gage (0.03").

■ Provide additional anchors within 12" of openings larger than 16" at a maximum spacing of 36".

■ Provide at least one anchor for each 2.67 square feet of wall area.

■ Where veneer is laid in stack bond, install single wire joint reinforcement.

■ Secure anchors to the studs through the sheathing, not to the sheathing alone.

■ Fasten anchors with corrosion-resistant 8d common nail or equivalent, and within 1/2" of the 90-degree bend of corrugated anchors.

Under Exterior Door Thresholds

■ Install the brick veneer under the exterior door threshold of any door which has the product installed around it.

Clean-Up

■ All construction debris is to be removed to the dumpster or designated trash collection area and the job site is to be left clean.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

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■ To ensure that the Stone Veneer is installed in a manner consistent with all applicable building codes, manufacturer's instructions and warranty requirements, and acceptable construction practices.

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■ SUBCONTRACTOR: shall refer to the Subcontractor's organization, its employees, or any representative of the Subcontractor assigned the authority to perform per this Scope of Work.

■ MSV: Manufactured Stone Veneer

■ WRB: Water-Resistive Barrier

Acceptable Performance

Thanks to the National Concrete Masonry Association Document TEK 20-1. (http://ncma-br.org/pdfs/17/TEK%2020-01.pdf)

Payment will be made for the job when the Stone Veneer installation is completed and accepted.

Stone Veneer: General

■ The Subcontractor shall review the plans with the Site Superintendent prior to beginning work.

■ Any corrections shall be made, and material replaced, at the expense of the Subcontractor.

■ The specifications for the stone veneer used on a house is determined by the options selected by the purchaser.

■ The Work Order will specify the type of stone veneer to be used.

■ Company will furnish the brick veneer material. The Subcontractor will furnish all mortar, fasteners, and other installation materials.

■ All stone veneer will be installed per the manufacturer’s specifications.

■ All stone veneer shall be installed per plan using the procedures required by the manufacturer.

■ Trained, experienced individuals shall install all stone veneer.

■ The Subcontractor is expected to eliminate excess waste of materials.

■ The Subcontractor shall follow all safety rules in regard to ladders, scaffolding, safety rails, etc.

■ If pump-jack-type scaffolding is used, handrails must be in place at all times.

Stone Veneer: Installation

On Wood Wall

On CMU Wall

Wall Section

Wall Assembly

Substrate Preparation

■ Where structural panel sheathing (plywood or OSB) is used as substrate, it must have a 1/8" gap on all edges to accommodate expansion.

■ Sheathing must be dry prior to stone veneer installation.

■ There should be little or no deflection in the wall sheathing.

■ If these conditions are not met, inform the Site Superintendent prior to installing the stone veneer.

■ If wall is of concrete or concrete masonry units, apply stone veneer directly to the wall surfaces only if the surfaces are clean.

■ If wall is of concrete, apply stone veneer directly to the wall surfaces only if a rough surface will ensure a mortar bond.

■ If appropriate conditions are not in evidence, attach lath and a scratch coat before installing stone veneer.

Water Management

■ Install two separate layers of water-resistive barrier (WRB) over wood sheathing.

■ The first layer creates a drainage plane.

■ The second layer should lap the top of the first layer by a minimum of 2".

■ All vertical (side) joint of WRB shall lap by 6".

■ All inside and outside corners must be overlapped a minimum of 16" past the corner in both directions.

■ Flashing at all penetrations must be integrated with the WRB so that water is directed out of the system.

■ Capping materials shall be properly installed to prevent water intrusion.

Metal Lath Selection

■ All lath must be self-furred or use self-furring fasteners to allow the mortar to completely fill and encase the lath.

■ All lath and lath accessories must be corrosion resistant, consisting of either galvanized or stainless-steel materials or nonmetallic lath.

Metal Lath Installation

■ Metal lath shall be applied horizontally (perpendicular to framing, if present).

■ Metal lath shall overlap a minimum of 1" at the vertical seams and a minimum of 1/2" at the horizontal seams.

■ The ends of adjoining lath pieces shall be staggered.

■ On all horizontal laps, the uppermost course shall overlap the lower course.

■ Lath shall be wrapped around inside and outside corners a minimum of 12".

■ Lath shall be fastened every 7" vertically on each stud. The spacing of studs should not exceed 16".

■ Embedment requires a 1/4" nominal thickness of mortar between the back plane of the lath and the back plane of the scratch coat.

■ Embedment requires such a condition for at least (50%) of the surface area of the installation.

■ When lapping paper-backed lath, be sure that lath is against lath and paper against paper. Paper shall not cover any portion of the lath.

Metal Lath Fastening

■ Corrosion-resistant fasteners require a minimum 3/4" penetration into wood framing members.

■ Corrosion-resistant fasteners require a minimum 3/8" penetration of metal framing members.

■ Fasteners must have heads large enough to properly engage the lath.

■ Fasteners shall be anchored into the FRAMING MEMBERS and are to be spaced no more than 7" on center.

■ Where welded or woven wire lath is installed, rest the wire on the fastener rather than installing the fastener above the wire.

Clearances

■ Exterior Stud Wall clearances shall be 4" from grade/earth and 2" above paved surfaces such as driveways, patios, etc.

■ For a CMU foundation wall with water resistive barrier and lath, clearances shall be 4" from grade/earth and 2" above paved surfaces.

■ Clearance minimum can be reduced to 1/2" if paved surface is a walking surface supported by the foundation supporting the wall.

■ For exterior concrete or masonry walls with or without lath and weep screeds, clearance shall be 2" from grade or 1/2" from a paved surface.

Mortar

■ The proper mortar for scratch coats, setting and pointing shall be Type N or S for site-mixed or for premixed mortar.

■ The scratch coat shall be applied with sufficient material and pressure to completely encapsulate the lath to a nominal thickness of 1/2".

■ The scratch coat surface shall be horizontally scored after the scratch coat is somewhat firm.

Setting Stone Veneer

■ The set stone veneer should exhibit ample squeeze-out between the units, demonstrating that sufficient bed mortar has been used.

■ The pointing mortar shall be finished with a concave or V-groove tooling.

■ Mortar debris shall be cleaned with a dry, soft-bristled brush. Do not use a wet brush to treat uncured mortar joints.

Stone or Stone Veneer Under Exterior Door Thresholds

■ Install the stone veneer under the exterior door threshold of any door which has the product installed around it.

Situations to Avoid

■ Do not allow de-icing chemicals, salt, or other harsh chemicals such as acid cleaners and pool chemicals to come in contact with stone veneer.

■ Do not place sprinklers and downspouts in positions which would result in frequent moistening of the stone veneer.

■ Avoid installing stone veneer in areas where they may be kicked, scraped or scuffed (such as on stair risers).

Clean-Up

■ All construction debris is to be removed to the dumpster or designated trash collection area and the job site is to be left clean.

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction shall be corrected before payment will be made.

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Concrete Flatwork: General

■ A new set of plans is required for each house. Plans are subject to changes and modifications.

■ It is the responsibility of the Subcontractor to have new plans before beginning work.

■ The Subcontractor will correct any errors that occur from using an incorrect set of plans at no cost to Company.

■ All work is to be done by trained, experienced individuals.

■ Concrete surface defects such as flaking, scaling, or spalling may be caused by improper finishing.

■ Excessive powdering or chalking may occur due to improper troweling, excess water, or when uncured concrete freezes.

■ It is important that proper precautions and correct techniques be utilized in the handling and finishing of concrete.

■ Concrete shall not pit, scale, or spall to the extent that the aggregate is exposed under normal weathering and use.

■ Concrete floors in living spaces shall have no displacement, no visible cracks, nor any cracks that will damage finish flooring.

■ Concrete floors in living spaces shall have no crack in excess of 3/16" when fully cured.

■ Concrete floors in living spaces shall have no pits, depressions, or areas of unevenness exceeding 1/4" in 32".

■ The Subcontractor shall furnish all equipment and labor to ensure all fill areas have a minimum of 95-percent compaction.

■ The Subcontractor shall supply rough plumbing backfill and adequate sub-slab compaction.

■ Walks, stoops, steps, patios, and garage floors shall not heave, settle, or separate from the main house in excess of 1/2".

■ Outdoor walks, stoops, steps, and patios should be finished so that water drains off.

■ All patios, stoops, and garages shall be poured at the same time the slab is poured. Drives and walks are poured at a later date.

■ All slabs shall be 3,000 psi concrete. Garages, walks, patios, and stoops shall be 2,500 psi concrete.

■ The Subcontractor shall steel-trowel finish all slabs.

■ The Subcontractor shall broom-finish all garages, walks, drives, patios, and stoops.

■ All edges above grade shall be smooth with no aggregate exposed, and shall be rubbed accordingly.

■ Subcontractor assumes responsibility for any damage to any other Subcontractor’s work during the placement of the concrete.

■ Responsibility applies especially, but is not limited to, in-ground plumbing work.

Concrete Flatwork: Preparation and Forms

■ The Subcontractor shall fill the slab area. The fill shall be compacted to assure uniform support of the slab.

■ Fill depths shall not exceed 24". Any fill over 24" requires an engineer’s compression report.

■ The Subcontractor shall fine-grade for the slab. The area within the foundation walls shall be free of vegetation and foreign material.

■ The Subcontractor shall spread a minimum of 4" of 57-stone in slab area.

■ The Subcontractor shall hand-dig grade beams (if required), fill forms, and set two (2) pieces of #4 reinforcing steel in grade beams.

■ The trench at the footing/foundation area shall be free of material and debris.

■ The Subcontractor shall set forms.

■ Forms should be tight and well braced.

■ Forms should be moistened in hot weather to prevent water extraction.

■ Snow and ice must be removed from forms prior to pouring.

■ Polyethylene shall be placed between the concrete floor slab and the base course and shall be lapped no less than 6" at joints.

■ For monolithic slabs, forms should remain intact until concrete has cured sufficiently to ensure structural stability.

■ The concrete should be hard enough that form removal with reasonable care causes no damage to the surface finish.

Concrete Flatwork: Pour and Finish

■ Concrete should be placed at an appropriate rate so that it can be spread, straightened, and finished properly.

■ Techniques for handling and placing concrete should ensure that it remains uniform within each batch and from batch to batch.

■ Concrete should not be allowed to run or be worked over long distances, and should not be allowed to drop more than 4'-0".

■ To ensure maximum strength, concrete should be protected from rapid drying by covering with polyethylene.

■ Forms should be left in place as long as practical. The surface should be kept uniformly wet or moist through the curing period.

■ In cold weather (air temperatures below 40°F), the mixed concrete should be heated so it is placed at a temperature between 50°- 70°F.

■ Areas of unevenness, pits, or depressions exceeding 1/4" in 32" are unacceptable in any slab.

■ Poured concrete should not crack in excess of 1/4" in width or vertical displacement.

■ Concrete should be placed immediately upon delivery and as continuously as possible. Excess concrete should be screeded off.

■ To avoid walking into screeded area, screed stakes should be removed as the work progresses.

■ Screeding should be followed immediately by bringing mortar to the true surface grade by darbying.

■ Darbying should embed coarse aggregate and eliminate voids and ridges left by screeding.

■ When the concrete has lost its sheen and begins to stiffen, control joints may be cut (if required) and the slab may be edged.

■ The concrete surface should then be floated to remove high and low spots and surface imperfections left by edging or jointing.

■ The surface then shall be immediately steel troweled to a smooth hard surface.

■ All walkways should be brushed lightly to a non-slip surface (broom-finished).

■ Patios shall be poured either monolithically with the building slab or separately using proper expansion joints at the connection areas.

■ Patio slabs shall be 1-1/2" lower than the finished floor of the base building and 1/4" slope per 1'-0" foot to the outside edge.

■ Patios shall be poured 4" in depth.

■ All garage floors, patios, and front stoops or porches shall be poured simultaneously with the slab.

■ All garage floors must be sloped per code toward the garage doors.

■ Any concrete spilled, splashed, etc., on foundation or walls of structure shall be cleaned while still wet with no damage to either.

■ All slabs shall be field-measured and the actual square footage shall be listed on the Subcontractor’s Work Order and/or Invoice.

■ The Subcontractor is responsible for cleaning up all residual materials before the job shall be accepted as complete.

■ All trash and debris shall be removed from lot to dumpster or the designated area for trash.

■ All runoff concrete shall be removed to the driveway cut.

■ Any additional work must be submitted on a separate invoice and must include the change order/Work Order number(s).

■ Any items found during the final inspection that need correction must be corrected before payment will be made.

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