INSTALLATION

Proper preparation and planning are essential for a successful installation. Here’s what’s required:

1. Site Preparation

1. • The homeowner and their General Contractor (GC) and installer must prepare the site according to the approved site plan and municipal building permit requirements before the delivery date.

2. Delivery Day

1. • The GC, installer, and their licensed trades (electrician, plumber and other trades as needed) must be on-site to:
     • Receive and connect the modular unit to the pre-installed base (e.g., helical piles or concrete pad).
     • Connect the unit to the electrical, water, sewer lines run to the unit base and the connect the heat pump external unit.

3. Final Inspection

1. • Once installation and connections are complete, the GC and installer should thoroughly inspect the unit and all connections.
   • This ensures all connections are secure, tight, and ready for use after the move.

WARRANTY COVERAGE

1. Coverage on Your Habitat28 Modular Home (Excluding Consumer Products)

• We provide a warranty ensuring the unit is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
• Warranty Period:
  • Framing: 3 years.
  • Other Components – plumbing and electrical: 1 year.
• This warranty is non-transferable and applies only to the original purchaser.

2. Coverage on Consumer Products

• Consumer products include appliances, equipment, and other items supplied with your unit (e.g., air conditioning, water heater, smoke detectors).
• We transfer all manufacturer warranties for these items to you at delivery but do not provide additional warranties for them. All consumer products warranty inquiries must be directed to their manufacturer.

3. Vendor’s Responsibility

• If a covered defect is reported within the warranty period, we will repair, replace, or reimburse the reasonable cost of repair or replacement (at our discretion).
• Total liability is limited to the purchase price of the unit.
• Repairs will not extend the warranty period and will be completed within a reasonable timeframe. Habitat28 team shall have 30 days to assess, and repair reported defects.

4. Purchaser’s Responsibility

• Perform regular maintenance and care of the unit to keep the warranty valid.
• Monitor the unit and it’s electrical, plumbing and heating/cooling and ventilation components and address any leaks, blockages or any other issues immediately.
• Report defects covered by the warranty promptly and in writing to mitigate further damage.
• Provide access for inspections and repairs during business hours (Mon-Fri, 8 AM–5 PM).

5. Insurance Claims

• If a defect is covered by both your insurance or another warranty, any proceeds received must be assigned to Habitat28 for the cost of repair or replacement.

6. Exclusions from Warranty

• Consequential or incidental damages.
• Defects caused by negligence, improper maintenance, wear and tear, acts of God, or external damage (e.g., floods, fires, storms).
• Damage due to changes in grading, drainage, excessive watering, or non-residential use.
• Defects in modifications made after purchase (e.g., drilling holes, structural changes).
• Damage covered by assigned manufacturer warranties or caused by insect or animal activity.

7. No Further Warranty
   This warranty is comprehensive, and no additional warranties (express or implied) are provided beyond what is explicitly stated here.