
6. Caulking: Caulking will eventually shrink, separate and deteriorate causing it to pull away from surfaces that allow air and water to infiltrate. The maintenance of caulking is a homeowner's responsibility.
7. General: Chips, scratches and mars on any surface such as countertops, cabinets, woodwork, walls, tile, fixtures, carpeting, etc., not recognized at the time of final inspection are not warrantable.
8. Grading: Lots and surrounding lot grades are established by professional engineers to provide drainage away from your home. Should you wish to change the drainage pattern for some reason, be sure proper drainage slope is retained.
9 Sodding and seeding: Sodded and seeded areas become the responsibility of the homeowner from the time of certificate of occupancy or occupancy, whichever comes first. Whether or not sod roots and grows depends on the care given.
10. Asphalt Shingle Roofs: Solid-colored roofs may show some variation in shade of certain angles of reflection. This is caused by the varying absorption and reflection of light from the granules that make up the surface of the shingle.
Furthermore, the warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage caused by negligence, improper operation, accidents, insects or acts of God including fire, explosions, storms, hail, lightning, falling trees, aircraft, vehicles, floods, earthquakes or acts of war or terrorism.