CSI Division
Division 07: Thermal and Moisture Protection submittal deviations
What changes between a Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection spec section and the sub's submittal, why it matters, and how each deviation is graded.
Short answer
Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals deviate most often on product substitutions, performance ratings, and missing certifications. Deviation Check flags every difference from the spec and grades it a Blocker, Fix and Resubmit, or Note.
Division 07 covers thermal and moisture protection systems in commercial construction: waterproofing, insulation, air/vapor barriers, roofing, flashing, fireproofing, firestopping, and joint sealants. Common CSI sections submitted for review:
Common Division 07 CSI sections
Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection spec sections frequently submitted for review:
| Section | Title |
|---|---|
07 11 00 | Dampproofing |
07 13 00 | Sheet Waterproofing |
07 14 00 | Fluid-Applied Waterproofing |
07 21 00 | Thermal Insulation |
07 21 13 | Board Insulation |
07 21 16 | Blanket Insulation |
07 21 29 | Sprayed Insulation |
07 25 00 | Weather Barriers (air barriers, vapor retarders, WRB) |
07 27 00 | Air Barriers |
07 41 13 | Metal Roof Panels (standing seam) |
07 52 00 | Modified Bituminous Membrane Roofing |
07 53 00 | Elastomeric Membrane Roofing (EPDM, TPO, PVC) |
07 54 00 | Thermoplastic Membrane Roofing |
07 62 00 | Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim |
07 81 00 | Applied Fireproofing |
07 84 00 | Firestopping |
07 92 00 | Joint Sealants |
The six deviation categories in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection
Every issue Deviation Check flags maps to one of six categories. Here is how each appears in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals, with the full guide one click away.
Manufacturer or Product Substitution
Blocker The submittal proposes a different manufacturer or product than the spec names, without an approved or-equal or substitution request.
Div 07 specs routinely name roofing system manufacturers, waterproofing producers, and insulation brands. Look for:
Manufacturer or Product Substitution in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals →
Performance Specification Gap
Blocker A measurable performance property in the submittal (rating, capacity, tolerance, efficiency) does not meet what the spec requires.
Key performance parameters in Div 07 submittals:
Performance Specification Gap in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals →
Missing Certification or Compliance Documentation
Fix and Resubmit A required listing, test report, certification, or compliance document is absent from the submittal package.
Required certifications in Div 07 submittals:
Aesthetic Deviation
Fix and Resubmit A visible attribute (color, finish, texture, profile) differs from the spec or the architect-approved sample.
Aesthetic Deviation in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals →
Detail or Installation Mismatch
Fix and Resubmit The submitted detail, dimension, anchorage, or installation method differs from what the spec or drawings require.
Detail or Installation Mismatch in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals →
Submittal Package Incompleteness
Fix and Resubmit A required submittal element (cut sheet, schedule, calculation, sample) is missing, leaving the package unreviewable as submitted.
Commonly required items in Div 07 specs:
Submittal Package Incompleteness in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals →
How Division 07 deviations are graded
Each finding is graded Blocker, Fix and Resubmit, or Note. Division 07 escalation rules:
- R-value below ASHRAE 90.1 or IECC minimum: BLOCKER (energy code violation)
- Missing FM or UL fire rating for roof assembly: BLOCKER (building code, insurance)
- Fireproofing thickness below UL listing requirement: BLOCKER (fire resistance compromised)
- Missing firestop UL/WHI listing: BLOCKER (life-safety, fire compartmentalization)
- Membrane thickness below manufacturer warranty minimum: BLOCKER (warranty void)
- NFPA 285 test missing for exterior wall with combustible components: BLOCKER (fire code)
- Wind uplift rating below design requirement: BLOCKER (structural/life-safety)
- Flame spread exceeds Class A where spec requires: BLOCKER (fire code)
- Air leakage rate exceeds spec maximum: FIX_AND_RESUBMIT (energy code)
- Sealant movement capability below joint design: FIX_AND_RESUBMIT (premature failure)
- Vapor retarder on wrong side of assembly: BLOCKER (condensation, structural damage)
- Roofing membrane color mismatch (affects SRI compliance): BLOCKER if cool roof required, FIX_AND_RESUBMIT if aesthetic only
- Missing installer certification: FIX_AND_RESUBMIT (warranty requirement)
Run a Division 07 submittal review
Upload a Division 07 spec section and the sub's submittal package, and get a one-page deviation report in under five minutes. See pricing and start a review.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common deviations in Division 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection submittals?
The most common are product or manufacturer substitutions, performance specification gaps, and missing certification or compliance documentation. Deviation Check sorts every finding into one of six categories.
How are Division 07 deviations graded?
Each finding is graded Blocker (resolve before approval), Fix and Resubmit (correct and re-send before fabrication or install), or Note (acceptable with a comment).
View this page as Markdown for LLMs and note-taking.