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Performance Standard |
Standard Repair |
| Ceramic tile cracks or becomes
loose |
None acceptable. |
Replace cracked tiles and resecure
any loose tiles unless the deficiencies were caused by
the homeowner's negligence. |
| Hairline cracks appear at
joint in ceramic tile or at junctions with other materials
such as a bathtub |
Hairline cracks at the joints of ceramic
tile are commonly due to shrinkage of the home. |
If necessary, caulk these cracks one
time only during the first year of occupancy. |
| Crooked, improperly cut, or
unevenly set tile |
None acceptable. |
Repairs as necessary. |
| Shower floors and Roman tubs
do not drain |
Shower floors and Roman tubs should
slope to the drain. Water should drain in 10 minutes.
Minor ponding not to exceed 3" diameter and 1/16"
deep is acceptable. |
Correct as necessary. |
| Showers leaking through shower
pan |
Showers should not leak. |
Repair by appropriate means. |
