Wells Home Builder Warranty

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✅ Structural defects (1 year, per Virginia law)
✅ Foundation structural
✅ Workmanship or material defects not meeting industry standards
✅ Manufacturer warranties on appliances, HVAC, roofing, windows, etc. (transferred at closing)
  ➡️ Trane HVAC units: 1-year labor + 10-year parts
  ➡️ Other HVAC brands: 1-year labor + up to 5 years parts
✅ Electrical systems (1 year)
✅ Plumbing systems (1 year) 

🏠 Interior
❌ Drywall nail pops, seam tape lines, or small cracks from settling
❌ Scuffs, paint touch-ups, or mismatched paint colors
❌ Tile/grout hairline cracks or minor grout shrinkage
❌ Floor squeaks or small gaps in hardwood/LVP from humidity
❌ Doors or windows sticking due to seasonal expansion/contraction
❌ Slight cabinet door/drawer misalignment (hinges may need adjustment)
❌ Nail pops or separation in trim/baseboards

🌳 Exterior & Site
❌ Minor scratches, blemishes, or chips on exterior surfaces after move-in
❌ Small cracks, chips, or color variations in driveways, patios, or sidewalks
❌ Garage floor shrinkage cracks
❌ Soil settlement or low spots in yard/backfill (requires reseeding/topsoil)
❌ Lawn and plant survival (watering, reseeding, fertilizing)
❌ Exterior caulking separation requiring periodic re-caulking
❌ Paint fading, weathering, or touch-up mismatches

⚙️ Mechanical Systems
❌ HVAC filter replacement (homeowner maintenance)
❌ Breaker trips that can be reset by the homeowner
❌ Condensation on windows, ducts, or pipes from humidity
❌ Minor noises: floor squeaks, siding pops, or truss uplift “cracks”

🚰 Plumbing & Fixtures
❌ Drain clogs or backups caused by improper use
❌ Frozen hose bibs/pipes if hoses left attached in winter
❌ Mineral deposits or water spots on sinks, tubs, or fixtures
❌ Tarnishing or dulling of hardware/fixtures from normal use

🌦 Environmental & Natural Conditions
❌ Mold, mildew, or crawlspace dampness from lack of ventilation
❌ Weather damage (storm, hail, wind, flooding, lightning, etc.)
❌ Roof shingle streaking or discoloration from algae

📦 Appliances & Warrantied Items
Covered by manufacturer warranties only. Service requests must be made directly with the product manufacturer.

➡️ Other items not specifically listed above are not covered.

                                                                          ⚖️ Reminder for Homeowners
Your Wells Home Builders warranty covers defects — not routine upkeep. Seasonal changes, natural settling, and cosmetic touch-ups are a normal part of homeownership.