Timberlake/Merillat Transition Process
Last Updated: Jul 1, 2022
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Affected Division | All divisions (minus HHS) who are serviced by Darlington and Dayton (7-1-22) |
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| Regional Costing Manager (RCCM) and UCS Area Lead are POC for any process or product questions. |
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When does lumber have to be launched in UCS? | After the sales has been finalized
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When does the IT and KC packages go on schedule? | Has been updated to 65 days prior to IT Date.
| Even though Classic and Basic have different lead times both will date in DMS at 65 days. | 65 days before the IT delivery date. Most likely ordered by plant in Merillat portal by Wednesday. |
How do we need to handle Change Orders? |
Changes will be accepted as long as Rough lumber is not locked. | Once on Schedule division should contact plant before processing any change to cabinets. |
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What happens if a lot cancels? Prior to Start? After Start? |
Same process as today. | Scheduling team will monitor for cancels and take actioned when needed. Contact plant for confirmation. |
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What happens if we need to delay or pull up a start?
| Same process as today | Before making change on Start Schedule please contact plant to see how this will affect KC delivery timeframe for packages already schedule. | Refer to Start Date Package Tool. |
How do we need to handle SPECs or Models?
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| Lots need to be SPECed out completely when being put on schedule (4 weeks prior to start). | Can not have TBD for cabinet package. Find out option code to potential monitoring. |
What do I need to do if we need to make changes that are NOT related to the KC sub package?
| CO will be processed until rough framing is scheduled. | Same |
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When do Att B’s need to be done?
| Updated to mirror Merillat | Needs to be completed 4 weeks or early before start. |
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Can we switch from manufacturer to manufacturer and if so how?
| NO you can not do that. | NO you can not do that. |
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Is there a code which shows the cabinet manufacturer?
| KMT = Kitchen Manufacturer Timberlake | KMM = Kitchen Manufacturer Merillat |
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Who provides shelf supports and back plugs? |
| Needs to be ordered by plant |
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Will the change be sales effective date?
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| Existing Communities with CORE - TBD Simply and Lifestyle - Sales 5/1 New Communities that are CORE- Opening since 5/1 | Area Leads and RCCM for more information |
Will the Merillat cabinet change the ASD cabinet layouts?
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| Will change in prints in future but date is -TBD | |
Will our plans be updated to reflect the Merillat cabinet nomenclature?
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| Will change in prints in future but date is - TBD |
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What should we do if a house cancels and construction is put on hold?
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| Contact plant to see where cabinets are on schedule and if they need to move. |
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What should we do if cabinets come out damaged? Who pays for it? How long do we have to report it?
| Need to provide pictures and notification within 4 business days. | Same as Timberlake process. |
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What should we expect for lead-times on replacement parts/components?
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| if it was on the original order 2 week turnaround to CDS. Items not on the order normal timeline (Classic 5 weeks, Basic 10 weeks.) |
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Does Merillat offer direct shipment to the DCLU/model home or do miscellaneous orders go through NVR building products?
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| Must got to CDS warehouse and then to site. Will not direct ship to site. |
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Can each site get touch-up kits for the different colors offered?
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| Order from plant, same process as Timberlake. |
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Will we be contacting Merillat directly for delivery damage, construction damage, misc parts and pieces?
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| No contact the plant (building products) |
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What should we do if the delivery company is not following NVR’s Safety Program?
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| Same as Timberlake |
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30' Bathroom Vanity
| 12” drawer | 15” drawer, plumber needs to be aware for P-trap and supplies |
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Changes to Cabinet Layout require a PAR
| YES | YES |
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What should we do if the delivery company is not following NVR’s E+S Program?
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| Same as Timberlake |
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How do I order sub components of cabinets?
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| Order thought plant | We do not have a manufacturer’s rep for Merillat. |
How do I know which manufacturer for the house? |
| KMM is on the MSS |
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How do we order replace parts? (similar to above but geared more for Warranty) |
| Same go through the plant |
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What are the warranties for the manufacturer?
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| TBD |
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How does the customer file a claim or get replacement parts?
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| Same go through the plant | We do not have a manufacturer’s rep |
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