Warranty Service
Warranty Service Program
A Note About the Weather
Weather can have an important effect on your home. The effects of weather can be controlled by reasonable precautions and observations during periods of severe weather. We offer these suggestions:
- Close windows and doors when rain or wind is predicted. This will prevent damage from water which might enter through open doors and windows.
- During rainy periods, observe the window sills and the areas around doors and windows for signs of water entry. Wind driven rain can force water through otherwise tightly sealed windows and doors. It is the homeowner's responsibility to locate these leaks and prevent damage from the water to furniture, walls and the surrounding areas and personal property.
- During rainy periods reduce or eliminate irrigation. The combination of normal irrigation and heavy rainfall can saturate the soil and result in flooding in your yard and damage to your property and to neighboring properties.
- If changes are made in landscaping or if you install structures in your yard, be sure that the engineered flow of water in the yard is preserved. Blocking drainage swales or removing berms can change the flow of water to the extent that severe damage can result.
- If you install patio covers, consult a professional for the proper methods of affixing the covers to your house. Improperly installed, patio cover hardware can cause leaks which could result in severe damage to your home and its contents.
- The side garage door in your garage is not weather sealed. Therefore, wind driven rain or excessive water in your yard can enter under the door and damage the contents of your garage. Packing boxes and other valuable materials in your garage should be stored on wood or stone slabs that are at least three to five inches above the floor of the garage.
- Close garage doors during rains. Water can collect on the raised door and cause severe damage to the door and to the structure of the garage. This damage can happen in a relatively short time so it is important that the garage door be down during all rainy periods.
