Construction Performance Guidelines
Article Number
Condition
INADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY
Acceptable Performance/Condition
Water supply from private water sources (e.g. wells) may fluctuate from time to time. Water supply from municipal water sources may vary with the supplied pressure.
Warranty
None
Action
None
Remarks
Confirm proper operation of faucets and fixtures during the PDI and record any malfunction on the PDI Form, to avoid any dispute about whether the damage was caused by the builder. The Building Code requires flow control devices on faucets, showerheads, and fixtures for water conservation purposes, which can affect the water flow. After occupancy, the builder is not responsible for contamination or reduced water capacity from private water sources provided it can be shown there was a supply of potable water at the time of occupancy. Variations in pressure from municipal services can occur during peak usage times, from burst water mains or fire protection services using the system. See Also: 6.2 THE DOMESTIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM DOES NOT DELIVER WATER 6.3 PIPES ARE LEAKING