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Framing check

What is behind the walls matters most. Framing is the backbone of every home—catching issues at this stage can save builders from costly delays, rework, and warranty claims down the road.

What is behind the walls matters most. Framing is the backbone of every home—catching issues at this stage can save builders from costly delays, rework, and warranty claims down the road.

reduce future claims

Before the drywall goes up, make sure your home’s backbone
is built to last. Dweller’s Framing Check catches structural deficiencies early—saving you from costly delays, rework,
and future warranty claims before the project moves forward.

  • Identify deficiencies and potential concerns
  • Thorough inspection with detailed photographs
  • Comprehensive review of key areas and categories
  • Clear documentation helping address issues early

Reduce Future Claims

Before the drywall goes up, make sure your home’s backbone is built to last. Dweller’s Framing Check catches structural deficiencies early—saving you from costly delays, rework, and future warranty claims before the project moves forward.

  • Identify deficiencies and potential concerns
  • Thorough inspection with detailed photographs
  • Comprehensive review of key areas and categories
  • Clear documentation helping address issues early

Details

We complete a comprehensive evaluation of the fit and finishings of the home, following areas according to the Construction Performance Guide for New Home Warranty, including:

  • Exterior

    Siding, flashing, trim, doors, decks, porches & steps, flatwork, walkways, grading and water management

  • Foundation & Basement

    Foundation, parging, telepost, floor structure, walls, ceiling and vapor barrier

  • Plumbing

    Testing for leaks and performance of the bathroom and kitchen fixtures, exterior spigots, basement floor drain and sump pump

  • Fireplace

    Operating condition and wall switch

  • Windows & Doors

    Function of each door, window and locking mechanism

  • Built-in Appliances

    Testing for power or operation of all appliances including dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, garbage disposal, exhaust van, microwave, washer & dryer

  • Roofing

    Drainage system, flashing, skylights and roof penetrations – completed from an observable area when possible

  • Heating & Cooling

    Testing thermostat, ventilation in each room, furnace and AC operations, humidifier, HRV unit

  • Electrical

    Testing GFCI, Smoke/CO detectors, light fixtures, receptables and switches

  • Attic

    At the attic hatch observing insulation, ventilation, hatch seal, exhaust systems

  • Interior

    Evaluating trim, drywall, paint, cabinets, countertops, flooring, ceiling

  • Garage

    Testing function of door & safety equipment, including door man door to the home

Siding, flashing, trim, doors, decks, porches & steps, flatwork, walkways, grading and water management

Foundation, parging, telepost, floor structure, walls, ceiling and vapour barrier

Testing for leaks and performance of the bathroom and kitchen fixtures, exterior spigots, basement floor drain and sump pump

Operating condition and wall switch

Function of each door, window and locking mechanism

Testing for power or operation of all appliances including dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, garbage disposal, exhaust van, microwave, washer & dryer

Drainage system, flashing, skylights and roof penetrations – completed from an observable area when possible

Testing thermostat, ventilation in each room, furnace and AC operations, humidifier, HRV unit

Testing GFCI, Smoke/CO detectors, light fixtures, receptables and switches

At the attic hatch observing insulation, ventilation, hatch seal, exhaust systems

Evaluating trim, drywall, paint, cabinets, countertops, flooring, ceiling

Testing function of door & safety equipment, including door man door to the home

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