Exterior Finish Subcontractor List

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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ 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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■ 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

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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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ To ensure that Roofing 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

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 Superintendent.

■ 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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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ 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.

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

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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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ 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.

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

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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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ 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.

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.

■ 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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Objective of this Scope of Work

■ To ensure that the Concrete Flatwork is 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

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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■ To ensure that Stucco is installed and applied 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.

Acceptable Performance

Stucco Siding is divided into three phases: Stucco Lath, Stucco Scratch Coat and Stucco Color Coat. All three phases are included in this Scope of Work.

Final payment will be made for the job when the Stucco Color Coat is completed and accepted.

Stucco: 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.

■ The type and location of siding used on a house is reflected in the plans and specifications.

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

■ All stucco shall be installed per plan and specifications, per the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ The Subcontractor will furnish all materials in the selected color and finish.

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

■ 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 the Subcontractor Terms and Conditions for consequences of ignoring safety regulations.

Stucco: Installation

Lath Weep Screed at Foundation

Stucco at Foundation - Finished Grade

Stucco at Foundation Wall

Stucco Finish Patterns

Other Stucco Details

■ All stucco lath fasteners shall be in framing members. Any area where fasteners have missed framing members must be refastened.

■ All flashing shall be applied to direct moisture away from wall-roof joints.

■ Channel, furring, mesh, stop molding, corner beads, vents fasteners shall be installed per manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ Expansion joints and construction joints shall be installed per manufacturer’s installation instructions.

■ All window and door trim edges must be completely sealed with the stucco neatly finished along the edge.

■ All stucco residue shall be cleaned from patio, deck, porch, sidewalk and driveway surfaces.

■ Corners of house and vertical and horizontal corners on raised trim shall be crisp and fully covered with stucco.

■ Weep screed shall be applied along entire bottom of stucco areas.

■ Windows and exterior doors shall be cleaned of all overspray.

■ Acid etching on any windows or the glass of any exterior doors is unacceptable and shall be cleaned or the glass replaced.

■ All construction debris is to be removed to the dumpster or designated trash collection area and the jobsite 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 Garage Doors 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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■ 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

Garage Door: General

■ Garage doors are installed in all Company houses. Doors may be single or double depending on the plan.

■ The type, size, make, and grade of garage doors is dependent on the plan.

■ Once a garage door is specified by Company it may not be changed without the written permission of Company's purchasing agent.

■ All installations shall be by trained, experienced personnel.

■ Doors shall be installed per the manufacturer’s installation instructions and shall operate properly and smoothly.

■ Doors shall be undamaged.

Garage Door: Installation

■ Doors shall be installed level, plumb, square, and close tightly to the existing garage concrete floor.

■ Installation shall not damage existing work and drywall.

■ All springs shall be adjusted to ensure doors operate smoothly and correctly.

■ Weather-stripping shall be installed per manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Locking devices shall operate correctly and cause the door to be secure when locked.

■ Garage door key(s) will be placed on a nail in the wall of the garage to the left of a single double-door or between two single doors.

■ Garage door opener(s) must be placed at same location as garage door key.

■ 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 removed from the house and site.

■ Garage shall be left clean and broom-swept.

■ Correction of any items found on the final inspection report must be completed prior to payment being issued.

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■ To ensure that Shutters 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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■ 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

Shutters: General

■ Company will specify the type of shutter to be used. No substitutions are allowed.

■ The Subcontractor will be notified of the correct type, color, and number of shutters to be installed in adequate time to secure the materials.

■ Experienced, trained personnel shall do installation.

■ All shutters shall be installed per the installation instructions and with the manufacturer’s suggested fasteners.

■ All shutters shall be installed per plan.

■ Shutters shall be installed plumb, level, and square, without bows, bends, or damage.

Shutters: Installation

■ No shutter shall be installed that has visible defects such as splits, unpainted areas, or out-of-plumb shape, etc.

■ Any shutter with either a horizontal or vertical deflection of more than 1/2" when measured from top to bottom or side to side is unacceptable.

■ Shutters installed on uneven surfaces, such as stone, shall be secured to the structure so that the shutters do not “wave” over the surface.

■ 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 Gutters 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

Gutters: General

■ The Subcontractor is to furnish all materials and labor to install guttering per plan. Material is to be specified at the bid stage.

■ Material and type of gutters shall be the size and type specified on the Work Order.

■ All installations are to be by trained, experienced workers.

■ Installations shall be per the manufacturer’s installation instructions using the fasteners and procedures specified.

■ 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.

Gutters: Detail and Installation

■ Plans shall be reviewed with the Site Superintendent prior to beginning work.

■ If sod has been laid either a piece of sod shall be removed (and replaced) or ladders shall be placed on boards to prevent damage to sod.

■ All gutters are to be firmly attached to the house with a minimum of gaps between roof and gutter.

■ Gutters shall not leak at miters, corners, or joints.

■ All gutters shall be installed with the correct slope for drainage. Water shall not stand in gutters more than 1/2" in any area.

■ All downspouts shall be firmly attached to the house with adequate straps to ensure there are no bows or gaps between wall and downspout.

■ Downspouts should be located approximately every 25'-0" or as required by roof design.

■ Downspouts shall terminate no higher than 6" from grade.

■ No downspout may terminate on a deck. A hole shall be cut in the deck and the downspout is to continue through the deck to 6" above grade.

■ Downspouts shall not terminate in such a manner as to cause water-flow problems.

■ The Site Superintendent shall have the final authority to change the direction of the downspout water flow.

■ Downspouts shall be continuous as much as possible with a minimum of piecing and joining.

■ Splashguards shall be installed as necessary.

■ Splashguards shall be installed at all valleys.

■ Splash blocks shall be installed at each downspout if landscaping is complete.

■ If landscaping is not complete splash blocks shall be left in garage for installation by Subcontractor after landscaping is complete.

■ All debris shall be removed to the dumpster or designated trash area and the job site shall be left clean and free of debris.

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

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■ To ensure that the Exterior Painting work is completed 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.

Acceptable Performance

Painting is divided into three phases: Painting-Rough, Painting-Finish and Painting - Touch-Up. All three phases are included in this Scope of Work.

Final payment will be made for each phase at phase completion, inspection and acceptance.

Exterior Paint: General

■ Color selections shall be given to the Subcontractor in ample time to secure the correct paint.

■ Under no circumstances shall the Subcontractor change the type or grade of paint specified by Company.

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

■ Surfaces intended for coating should be clean, sound, and uniform in nature.

■ To achieve maximum coating life, surfaces should be cleaned of dirt, grease, rust, and moisture.

■ Sharp edges, irregular areas, cracks, and holes shall be repaired before application.

■ When filling masonry, plaster, wood, or wallboard, the area should be cleared of loose debris.

■ Apply compound with a putty knife or trowel and smooth the surface so it is slightly convex to allow for shrinkage.

■ Damaged areas outside the scope of painting work should be brought to the attention of the Site Superintendent immediately.

■ Paint materials should be mixed prior to delivery to the job and then hand-mixed just prior to use and periodically during application.

■ Caution should be taken not to over mix, causing the incorporation of excess air.

■ Paints and solvents should be maintained at a temperature between 50°-90°F, and stored in a well-ventilated area.

■ Freezing temperatures may permanently damage water-based paints as may subjecting paint to frost.

■ Paints not stored within the recommended temperature range should be conditioned for at least 24 hours at a temperature of 65°-85°F.

■ Surface and air temperatures should be between 50°-90°F for applying water-based coatings and 45°-95°F for applying other coatings.

■ Paint should not be applied when temperature is expected to freeze prior to drying.

■ Paints should be applied at manufacturer’s spreading rates.

■ When successive coats are used, allow sufficient time for each coat to dry thoroughly before the following coat is applied.

■ Materials below or adjoining the work should be covered or otherwise protected.

■ Painted surfaces shall present a smooth, unblemished, homogeneous appearance without drops, runs, streaking, or visible color variations.

■ Exterior paints or stains should not peel or deteriorate during the first two (2) years of Warranty coverage.

■ The Subcontractor is expected to perform only one touch-up and that is after the work is completed on the homeowner’s walk-through list.

■ The final paint job will be inspected in direct sunlight. Defects visible from a distance of 3'-0" will be considered unacceptable.

Exterior Paint: Details

■ Plans and/or requirements of the job shall be reviewed with the Site Superintendent prior to beginning work.

■ All nicks, gouges, scrapes, damage, etc., should be repaired, treated, or otherwise taken care of before painting begins.

■ Excess damage to exterior elements is to be reported immediately to the Site Superintendent.

■ Do not use any sink for washing brushes or tools.

■ Such an action will incur a $100.00 fine plus the cost of repairing the sink, which may include replacement.

■ Fines and additional costs will be deducted from the next payment due Subcontractor.

■ All doors that have been taken down to paint shall be re-hung, straight, level, and undamaged.

■ A 3” screw of the same size shall replace the top screw in each hinge if screws were removed when the door was taken from the jamb.

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

■ House shall be clean and broom-swept before job will be considered complete.

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

Paint: Exterior

■ All over-spray on window glass and window trim must be wiped off with a damp rag before it dries.

■ Exterior paint color shall be as specified by Builder.

■ Exterior paint shall be two (2) coats, both of which may be sprayed.

■ Exterior trim paint shall be as specified by Builder.

■ Exterior trim paint shall be two (2) coats, both of which must be brushed.

■ All exterior areas to be painted, including the foundation, shall be free of dirt, mud, excess caulking, and any other foreign matter.

■ Paint must be cleaned from all hinges and other hardware.

■ Over-spray must be cleaned from any brick, stucco, or other finish.

■ Decks, porches, outside handrails, etc., are a part of the outside paint package and shall be painted, stained, or left untreated per plan or Work Order.

■ All exterior siding joints, corner boards, facia boards, and any other wood trim or siding shall be caulked.

■ All exterior overhangs, cantilevers, windows, doors, vents, and any other penetrations shall be caulked.

■ On houses with masonry veneers, all gaps between the brickmold and masonry veneers shall be caulked.

■ All thresholds must be caulked to prevent moisture and insects from entering the house.

■ All exposed metal lintels shall be wire-brushed to remove any rust and painted with a black, rust-proof paint.

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