You are responsible for caring for and maintaining your Home in a manner that will prevent and minimize damage to it, and to pay your own expenses for doing so. The following guidelines give a partial list of the activities normally required to maintain a residential property.

APPLIANCES

You have been provided with a manufacturer’s warranty and operation instructions for each appliance in your home. Please read each one carefully and follow the maintenance procedures outlined by the manufacturer.

FURNACE

Clean the furnace filters monthly. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for service and operation.

WATER HEATER

Flush annually in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Follow the manufacturer’s instruction for service and operation

EXTERIOR HOSE BIBS

Frost proof hose bibs; hose bibs must be free to drain in freezing weather. Do not connect a hose to any hose bib in freezing weather. It is important to winterize, in early fall, before the first frost. Hose bibs at roof terraces are at risk to freezing if outdoor temperatures drop below normal and heat is not maintained in the unit. Carocon will not warrant any damage to the unit because of leaks due to freezing.

WINDOWS AND PATIO DOORS

Keep tracks free and clean of debris. This will enable the roller to move freely and operate properly. Lubricating the roller and other moving parts with a silicone lubricant will also help to keep these items operating properly.

DRIVEWAYS AND WALKS

The Contractor does not warrant against damage to walks and driveways from oil, gas, salt, de-icers, or from vehicles or equipment, such as moving vans, concrete trucks and heavy equipment. These foreign matters will cause spalling and chipping of the concrete surface to occur.

EXTERIOR

All exterior caulking should be inspected and maintained as necessary, each spring and fall. Caulk should, in most cases, be paintable latex or other recommended caulk versus unpaintable silicone caulk. Flashing, waterproofing and special applications may require other kinds of caulks or sealant.

BATHROOM CAULKING

Caulking around tubs and showers may crack due to normal lumber shrinkage or settlement. Regrouting is the homeowner’s responsibility. Silicone caulking should NOT be used. We recommend that "DAP" tub and tile caulk be used on bathrooms (obtainable at local hardware store).

ROOFTOP TERRACES

The roof terrace/patio is constructed of an exterior concrete with Sonoshield by Sonneborn waterproofing. The waterproof is surface applied. If any cracking, tearing or penetration of the surface waterproofing occurs the waterproof membrane will be comprised and will result in possible water moisture intrusion.

HARDWOOD FLOORS

OTHER ITEMS OF HOMEOWNER MAINTENANCE:

Replace faucet washers, if necessary

Resetting circuit breakers

Replacement of light bulbs

Replacement of weather-stripping

Clogged toilets and drains

Motor lubrication per manufacturer recommendations

Condensation and icing during cold periods

Clearing disposal jam from misuse

Replacement of microwave/hood vent charcoal filters

Treatment of wood decks and fences

Replacement of smoke detector batteries

Replacement of furnace filters

Inspecting and resetting GFI outlets

Inspecting roof terraces for cracks and wearing of waterproof finish.

Budgeting, financial control and reporting

Cleaning out of gutters and downspouts

Establish capital reserve

Exterior building maintenance including painting, caulking, roofing, etc.

Landscape and irrigation maintenance

Maintenance of amenities

Repair of erosion of landscaping from downspouts

Streetlights and area lighting

Trash collection (if centralized)