Construction Performance Guidelines
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About the Guidelines
These helpful guidelines outline work and material deficiencies in new homes and residential condominium units covered under the statutory warranty [...]
Article Number
7.7
Condition
NOISY WATER SUPPLY PIPES
Acceptable Performance/Condition
Water supply pipes shall be installed to minimize noise caused by water hammer or vibration/pipe movement.
Warranty
One-Year – Work and Materials. Two-Year - Delivery and Distribution Systems.
Action
Water supply pipes not meeting the acceptable performance shall be repaired.
Remarks
Some vibration may relate to poor maintenance of fixtures. The sound of water flowing through pipes is normal and not covered by the statutory warranty.