Homeowner Maintenance Manual

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Roof Leak Where practical, place a container under dripping water. If a ceiling is involved, use a screwdriver to poke a small hole in the drywall to release the water. Be careful to move personal items from this area. Even if the troubleshooting tips do not identify a solution, the information you gather will be useful to the service provider you call. If damage occurs, contact your homeowner’s insurance company to submit a claim. Report the leak to Century Communities during the first available business hours. Please note: For safety reasons, roof leaks can’t be repaired while it’s raining.

SHOWER DOORS OR TUB ENCLOSURES Homeowner Care and Maintenance

Shower doors and tub enclosures require minimal care. Avoid hanging wet towels on corners of doors; the weight can pull the door out of alignment and cause it to leak.

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MAINTENANCE TIPS: • Use a squeegee to remove water after a bath or shower to keep mineral residue and soap film to a minimum. • Applying a coat of wax or Rain-X can to help prevent buildup of minerals and soap. • Use cleaning products suggested by the manufacturer to avoid any damage to the trim and hardware. • Check and touch-up caulking on an as-needed basis.

SIDING Homeowner Care and Maintenance

Siding expands and contracts in response to changes in humidity and temperature. Some expansion, shrinkage and separations may be noticeable under different weather conditions. These behaviors cannot be entirely eliminated. Wood and Wood Products Wood or wood-product siding will require routine refinishing. The timing will vary with climatic conditions. Maintain caulking to minimize moisture entry into the siding. Note that some paint colors will require more maintenance than others and some sides of the home may show signs of wear sooner based on their exposure to the elements. Some wood siding, such as cedar, is subject to more cracking and will require more maintenance attention. Vinyl Vinyl siding will occasionally require cleaning. Start at the top to avoid streaking and use a cleaning product recommended by your siding manufacturer. Follow directions carefully.

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