# Homeowner Maintenance & Responsibilities

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Often new homeowners need help distinguishing between homeowner maintenance and warranty.

|                                  | **Homeowner Maintenance**                                                                                                          | **Builder Suggestion**                                                                                                                                                        | **Workmanship**                                                                                           |
| -------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Light Bulbs                      | Changing interior & exterior light bulbs                                                                                           | Purchase a tall ladder or extendable light bulb changer or poles to reach high light fixtures and flood lights.                                                               | Not warrantable. Excluded.                                                                                |
| Gutters                          | Ensure that gutters are free of leaves and debris to ensure gutters are functioning properly                                       | Homeowners should check gutters twice a year for cleaning maintenance. Adding mesh covers to your gutter system can help eliminate leaves from getting in your gutter system. | Gutters & downspouts that leak are deficiencies if not blocked by trash or debris. Warrantable. Included. |
| Smoke Detectors                  | Changing batteries                                                                                                                 | Ensure that batteries are working or change them twice a year when the seasons change.                                                                                        | Not warrantable. Excluded.                                                                                |
| Property Surveys & Property Pins | Property surveys are the responsibility of the homeowner. We do not give out or release surveys of your property prior to closing. | Before installing a fence, hire a land surveyor and check with your local HOA for installation rules and guidelines.                                                          | Not warrantable. Excluded.                                                                                |
| Pest Control                     | The builder has paid your termite warranty for 1 year from your closing date. It does not cover household pest or rodents.         | Future Services is the termite company for 1-year free service. There are special offers for Capshaw homeowners if they sign up for pest control service.                     | Not warrantable. Excluded.                                                                                |
| Grout                            | Clean tile & grout to prevent dirt, soap, germs, mold, and mildew on the grout.                                                    | To prolong the time span of your tile grout, the builder recommends sealing it. Sealant can be purchased at your local hardware store.                                        | Repair cracked and or missing grout 1-time only                                                           |
| Water heaters                    | Adjust temperature on water heaters for desired temperatures                                                                       | The builder sets water heaters per code ordinances. In most cases it is not as hot as homeowners desire. Adjust water heaters to desired temperatures.                        | Not warrantable. Excluded.                                                                                |