WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF HOME OWNERSHIP

Now that you're a homeowner, you're ready to experience the joy of turning your house into the home of your dreams -decorating and fixing it up to suit your needs. It's the best part of being a homeowner. By maintaining it and improving it, you'll ensure it continues to increase in value. Ongoing maintenance issues and additional financial responsibilities are part of home ownership. As your house increases in value, you'll be able to tap into your home's equity to pay for improvements and other major expenses


MAINTAINING YOUR HOME

Taking regular care of your appliances and checking plumbing and heating/cooling systems regularly can save on costly repairs or even more costly replacements. Review your home inspector's report to help you prioritize tasks. It is worthwhile to consult a professional for anything you have a hard time fixing or inspecting. Some professionals may charge a fee.

LOOKING AFTER YOUR HOME

From Top to Toe Your new home has been carefully designed and constructed to provide you and your family with a safe, comfortable home that needs a minimum of upkeep. However, in order to maintain your home in top condition, some periodic attention on your part is necessary.

Here are some tips to keep your investment in tip top condition:

1 .Mold
In humid weather conditions, mold develops easily. Make sure you clean and/or vacumn the house regularly using mild bleach solutions. Minimize humidity in your home by using exhaust fans or air conditioners and always repair any leaks promptly.

2. Plumbing & Drainage Systems
To avoid unnecessary problems of blocked sinks or plumbing systems, ensure all food, rubbish and non-dissolvable items are not thrown or flushed into the systems. Make sure external drains and gutters are cleaned regularly to avoid obstruction of water flow.

3. Doors & Windows
Doors & windows should be maintained by keeping the sill and tracks for sliding doors and windows clean. An occasional application of ordinary household 3-in-1 oil or silicone spray along the tracks will allow them to operate smoothly.

4. Ceramic Tiles, Tubs & Showers
Cracks of joints between tiles and tub or shower occur due to moisture and weight of water. You can remedy this by simply removing old grouting and filling the crack with new grouting compound available in hardware stores. To maintain, clean tub/shower surface regularly. You may also want to apply a ÔCeramic Seal and FinishÕ product immediately after you move into your new home. This sealing helps reduce stains and discoloration of the tiles.

5. Finished Wood Flooring
Because of the natural characteristics of wood products, squeaks in flooring areas can be expected. Wood surfaces can and will scratch so care must be taken to protect the surface from chairs, tables and high heel shoes. To avoid seam separation, ensure floor is only damp and not flooded with water when cleaning.

6. Termite Treatment / Pest Control
If you have opted for soil treatment against termites at the time of our construction, please be reminded that this treatment will last for a period of five years only. A 5-year warranty is usually issued by the pest control company upon completion of the treatment.

7. External & Internal Paint Work
All external and internal walls and ceiling has been finished with three coats of paint which will usually last about five years, after which you may wish to give your home a new coat of paint.

Here are some tips to make your paint job come out with flying colours:

- Prepare the surface. Ensure all surfaces are clean,
- dry and grease - free by washing with detergent or
- turpentine for stubborn stains.
- Apply the Sealer or Primer
- Apply the Undercoat
- Apply the Finishing Coat

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR

1. Interior Design
Our show homes are designed to give you an idea of what can be done to your new home. It will help if you look through some books or magazines in order to have a rough idea of how you want your home to look like before engaging an Interior Designer or carpenter. You may contact our office for a recommendation of ID consultants.

2. Renovation Works
Decide before hand on the budget that you are willing to set aside for renovation. Then with the budget in mind, prioritize the areas that you want renovated and agree on the price and materials before commencing on the work.

3. Garden Landscape
Our sister company, "Floraworld Sdn.Bhd." is situated in Bandar Baru Sri Klebang, and have many years of experience in landscaping and beautifying gardens. You may contact our landscape specialist
- Mr Kanesan on 019-5564527. -

SECURITY WHILE MOVING IN

While moving in, ensure all windows and doors are secure and locked at all times. Try to make your home look lived-in as soon as possible. If you can, make sure you have a light on a timer switch when you are not home at night. You may also consider installing an alarm system or engage a patrolling guard. Should you require contacts, contact our office.