District of Saanich: Heritage Alteration Requests and criteria for designation

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Use the Estimate Checklist to help you decide on the requirements for your project.

FOUNDATION

Type, quality of mortar or concrete, colour
Drainage - perimeter and storm drains
Water/weather sealer
Ventilation
Skirting details
Unforseen rot/repair (ask contractor to indicate on Estimate Sheet the hourly rate for this)

GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS

Material, type, colour, style, gauge
Fastening system (ie. nails, screws, spacings)
Connection to drainage system
Connection seals/covers
Repair rot/damage to fascia boards or rafter tails
Storm drain condition
Gutters adjusted to drain toward downspouts
Unforseen rot/repair (ask contractor to indicate on Estimate Sheet the hourly rate for this)

ROOF

Tear off/preparation (remove all old roofing)
Repair damaged strapping or roof sheathing
Unforseen rot/repair (ask contractor to indicate on Estimate Sheet the hourly rate for this)
New roof material
Shingles - type, grade, untreated or preservative treated
Ridge, capping type, other (description)
Valleys and flashing (material, colour, gauge)
Rafter tails, eaves, barges, soffits (repair replace material, type)
Placement of vents (as per Building Code) number, colour, material
Eave - check nail lengths to avoid protruding under eave
Warranty - minimum 10 years

CHIMNEYS AND MASONRY

RE-CHIMNEYS

Type, liners, protrusion
Finish capping, type, style, sealer, chimney pots
Bricks to match original
Insulation - air space (if applicable)
Unforseen rot/repair (ask contractor to indicate on Estimate Sheet the hourly rate for this)

EXTERIOR WOODWORK TRIM

Wood quality, type, kiln dried, profile match, mouldings
Fastenings (ie.) glue nails, screws
Back priming wood before installation
Unforseen rot/repair (ask contractor to indicate on Estimate Sheet the hourly rate for this)
Preparation and finish

PAINTING