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Luis S
single-family home
Answer
Ask the contractor to inform you of your maintenance responsibilities as the home owner. (monthly/yearly, etc.)This is a compliment to him. It allows him to teach you something and most contractors are impressed with home owners that desire to maintain properly what their labor has produced. The ultimate effect is it saves them time/money because they don't have to return to the job site to do something such as "push a reset button on your dishwasher." Most importantly TAKE NOTES.
Inspect the electrical panel. Is a "passed" sticker present?"
Request all circuits be clearly labeled.
Do the locks work correctly ?
Do windows operate properly, (open, close, lock) and are all screens present?
Do you have all manufacturers warranties/paperwork on appliances?
How do I change/clean the furnace filter, if present?
Are smoke alarms present and working? TEST EACH ONE!
Where is the carbon monoxide detector located?
Was a radon detector installed?
Was a "blower door test" performed on the dwelling and if so, what were the results?
Ask for a 1 year verbal agreement on "moisture/mold/mildew mitigation" if the problem arises. Any professional contractor would say yes to this because his reputation, future income potential, and profession would be in jeopardy if problems arise in the dwelling.
Test the HOT WATER Temperature and adjust if necessary. (Up or down) Note: Some dishwasher manufactures mandate temp of 140 degrees or warranty may be voided. Important: Test at kitchen faucet, not shower/bath faucet as ANTI SCALD DEVICES MAY BE PRESENT on these valves.
Where is the Attic Access located? Does it truly seal sufficiently?
IMPORTANT. Inspect attic insulation at eaves. Be certain soffit ventilation was not blocked when insulation was installed. Insulation should not be touching the roof deck. Also, be certain attic lighting was installed and is working as most states require new construction lighting in attic arreas. Does the bathroom exhaust fan exhaust THROUGH the roof deck. Simply left to exhaust into the attic is a big NO NO. Don't ever let anyone do that to your investment or occupants health.
If a crawl space is present, was 6 mill poly installed on ground as a vapor barrier. If it's not there, respectfully insisit it be done even if it's at extra cost to youo
Use a 4 foot level to inspect sill plate & floors, especially where appliances will be or are located. Use level on countertops/bathroom vanity/tub & shower base.
Please, bring your own flash light, tape measure, thermometer and level.
Inspect prime doors for weathertight seal.
If a deck was constructed, was it sealed, and if so with what product. (When will it need to be resealed)
Ask to see copies of Inspections performed during the construction process.
I would plan on at least dedicating 2 hours to this process. @ hours now or years of giref later.
Ultimately, you are building you own "knowledge equity" of the dwelling and it's mechanical systems. This gives you the opportunity to answer ?'s should you ever decide to list and sell the property in the future.
Ask the contractor to inform you of your maintenance responsibilities as the home owner. (monthly/yearly, etc.)This is a compliment to him. It allows him to teach you something and most contractors are impressed with home owners that desire to maintain properly what their labor has produced. The ultimate effect is it saves them time/money because they don't have to return to the job site to do something such as "push a reset button on your dishwasher." Most importantly TAKE NOTES.
Inspect the electrical panel. Is a "passed" sticker present?"
Request all circuits be clearly labeled.
Do the locks work correctly ?
Do windows operate properly, (open, close, lock) and are all screens present?
Do you have all manufacturers warranties/paperwork on appliances?
How do I change/clean the furnace filter, if present?
Are smoke alarms present and working? TEST EACH ONE!
Where is the carbon monoxide detector located?
Was a radon detector installed?
Was a "blower door test" performed on the dwelling and if so, what were the results?
Ask for a 1 year verbal agreement on "moisture/mold/mildew mitigation" if the problem arises. Any professional contractor would say yes to this because his reputation, future income potential, and profession would be in jeopardy if problems arise in the dwelling.
Test the HOT WATER Temperature and adjust if necessary. (Up or down) Note: Some dishwasher manufactures mandate temp of 140 degrees or warranty may be voided. Important: Test at kitchen faucet, not shower/bath faucet as ANTI SCALD DEVICES MAY BE PRESENT on these valves.
Where is the Attic Access located? Does it truly seal sufficiently?
IMPORTANT. Inspect attic insulation at eaves. Be certain soffit ventilation was not blocked when insulation was installed. Insulation should not be touching the roof deck. Also, be certain attic lighting was installed and is working as most states require new construction lighting in attic arreas. Does the bathroom exhaust fan exhaust THROUGH the roof deck. Simply left to exhaust into the attic is a big NO NO. Don't ever let anyone do that to your investment or occupants health.
If a crawl space is present, was 6 mill poly installed on ground as a vapor barrier. If it's not there, respectfully insisit it be done even if it's at extra cost to youo
Use a 4 foot level to inspect sill plate & floors, especially where appliances will be or are located. Use level on countertops/bathroom vanity/tub & shower base.
Please, bring your own flash light, tape measure, thermometer and level.
Inspect prime doors for weathertight seal.
If a deck was constructed, was it sealed, and if so with what product. (When will it need to be resealed)
Ask to see copies of Inspections performed during the construction process.
I would plan on at least dedicating 2 hours to this process. @ hours now or years of giref later.
Ultimately, you are building you own "knowledge equity" of the dwelling and it's mechanical systems. This gives you the opportunity to answer ?'s should you ever decide to list and sell the property in the future.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors?
psychoholi
Should they be mounted high on a wall or low to the floor to properly detect Carbon Monoxide?
The detector I have is in no way going to be slept through, believe me. Should I mount it at head level with the bed? I guess really what I'm also trying to find out is if Carbon Monoxide is heavier or lighter than air.
Answer
It is recommend you place CO alarms near the sleeping areas, and on each level of the home. A good rule of thumb for the number and placement of CO alarms for your particular home is to place CO alarms near smoke and fire alarms that have been installed to meet current building code requirements in your area. Do not place CO alarms in the furnace room, kitchen or garage as these locations could lead to nuisance alarms.
Generally, one detector can be adequate for 1,200 to 1,500 square feet of living space. The most important determination for the number of CO alarms needed is whether an alarm can be heard in all sleeping areas. If you install only one CO alarm in your home, install the detector near bedrooms, not in the basement or furnace room.
For ease of viewing the visual indicators, (digital displays or alarm lights), it is recommended to place the CO alarm at eye level or above. Do not place the CO alarm in "dead air" spaces (no closer than 6" from the ceiling or floor) or turbulent air spaces such as by an open window, door or by a ceiling fan.
It is recommend you place CO alarms near the sleeping areas, and on each level of the home. A good rule of thumb for the number and placement of CO alarms for your particular home is to place CO alarms near smoke and fire alarms that have been installed to meet current building code requirements in your area. Do not place CO alarms in the furnace room, kitchen or garage as these locations could lead to nuisance alarms.
Generally, one detector can be adequate for 1,200 to 1,500 square feet of living space. The most important determination for the number of CO alarms needed is whether an alarm can be heard in all sleeping areas. If you install only one CO alarm in your home, install the detector near bedrooms, not in the basement or furnace room.
For ease of viewing the visual indicators, (digital displays or alarm lights), it is recommended to place the CO alarm at eye level or above. Do not place the CO alarm in "dead air" spaces (no closer than 6" from the ceiling or floor) or turbulent air spaces such as by an open window, door or by a ceiling fan.
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