Coverage on Major Structural Defects Clause Samples

Coverage on Major Structural Defects. For a period of two years after the commencement date of the warranty, Builder expressly warrants to Purchasers, and any subsequent owners of the home, that the home will be free from major structural defects. A major structural defect is defined as an actual defect in a load- bearing portion of the house, which seriously impairs the load- bearing function of the house to the extent that the house is unsafe, unsanitary, or unlivable. Under this definition, the following items comprise the structure of the house: (a) The foundation system; (b) Load-bearing stud walls; (c) Floor joists; (d) Beams, columns, trusses and rafters. Concrete slabs on grade floors (including basement floors), sub-flooring, sheathing, plumbing mechanical systems and electrical systems are examples of items, which are not part of the structure and are covered by the warranty for the first year only. The Builder Warranty Guidelines in effect on the date of this warranty are on file in the Builder's office and are a part of this warranty. For a more definitive description of major structural defects, refer to the HOW structural warranty provided.