Homeowner Tips

Caring for Your New Home

We construct your home with carefully selected materials and the effort of experienced craftsmen and laborers under the supervision of our field personnel. Although this group works from detailed plans and specifications, because a home is one of the last hand-built products left in the world, each one is unique and over time, each behaves differently.

Similar to an automobile, your home requires care from the first day. Regular attention is essential to maintaining a quality home for a lifetime. This section was assembled in to assist you in that effort. For more comprehensive maintenance suggestions, please refer to chapter 7 of your Homeowner’s Guide.

Springtime Tips

  • Water and fertilize lawns, landscaping & trees as needed.
  • Remember that new lawns need more frequent watering than established grass. Most lawns do well on an inch or less of water per week. Broad leaf weeds are not uncommon in new lawns. The good news is that with just a little care, the majority will typically go away within or shortly after the first going season.
  • Check gutters and pop-ups to be sure they are clean and free of debris.

Fall Landscaping

  • Irrigation systems should be shut down and winterized by November 1st.
  • Lawn fertilization, lime applications, and weed control measures should be completed before winter.
  • Prune shrubs and hedges by November 15.
  • Prune trees in November when cooler weather forces sap to stop flowing.
  • Cut back (most) perennials as they die, and complete rose pruning by the end of November.
  • Remove and empty all hoses for winter storage by November 1st; cover your outside faucets with a cover that can be purchased at your local home improvement store.

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