Nope, no one told us any such thing but now that you mention it ... it makes complete sense. I will DEFINATELY make sure to get the list in before the 30 day deadline. What happens to those that miss out? Does Tarion not cover any of the defects? It seems rediculous to have only 30 days. Hell, I get more time when I buy a set of knives!
Thanks for the info!!
In regards to your 30 day, Tarion won't warrant anything unless it was stated on the original PDI or if you any have proof as to who caused the damage. Anyone who tells you whatever you put on your 30 day will be warrantable is wrong. If it was that easy, then homeowners can constantly cause damage to their units and put it on their 30 day. If the developer tells you the'll fix everything on your 30 day list, they're lying. Even though they promise to do so, they'll be selective with what they believe is a deficiency or not.
If you move in and see a damage item, you should report it to the vendor right away in writing and Cc to Tarion. This way, you are able to protect yourself and you have a certain amount of days to report a damaged item that was not written on to your PDI.
If you missed your first 30 day form, the 30 day year end won't warrant as many items as the first 30 days. If you had a gouge in your wall before you moved in and reported it in the year end, they'll only patch but they're not required to sand or paint. If it was in the first 30 day, then they are required to sand and paint.
If the inspector is reluctant to put your deficiencies on your PDI, you should write a letter to Tarion and the vendor stating your additional deficiencies. This way, Tarion is aware that you did not cause the damage.
Norstar has really bad customer service, the rep is suppose express the importance of your 30 day and walk you through the PDI but this one just rushes you.
If you have any questions about your deficiencies, you should go to Tarion.com. It has all the information you need. If you read into their Tarion Guidelines, it will inform you on what is warrantable and what is not. On the bottom for some items, it will state that if the deficiency was not reported on the PDI then it's not warrantable unless you have proof.