Specifications

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Homeowner Maintenance- Your new home will last a lifetime if you routinely maintain the various
features of your home. Some of these maintenance times have been indicated in the Limited
Warranty section of this manual. This continuing maintenance is the responsibility of the owner.
Homeowners’ Association- Many neighborhoods are governed by a small group of homeowners
who represent the interest of all nearby homeowners. The Associate usually is formed by the builder
and is turned over to the homeowners when the majority of the homes are sold. The association
collects due that are to be used for proper maintenance of the common areas and to communicate
with the members.
Incandescent- The lighting fixtures that use traditional light bulbs are called incandescent fixtures.
Incandescent lighting is used for limps. Spot lighting and exterior lighting.
Joists- The structural components of second story floors and ceiling of your home are called joists.
Limited Warranty- Those items warranted by Palo Verde Homes for a specific length of time.
Manufacturer’s Warranty- The appliances and certain other components of a new home are
covered by warranties that are supplied by the original manufacturers. These warranties are passed
on to you by Palo Verde. They include components of the plumbing and electrical systems, heating
and air conditioning system, water heater and other manufactured items.
Masonry- The walls (including stucco), stonework, fireplace, chimney and brickwork in a home.
Nail Pops- The natural expansion and contraction of wood can cause the nails that hold the wall
surfaces in a place to move or poop out of place. The nails can be reset and, if necessary touch-up
paint can be applied.
Porcelain Enamel- The material used to manufacture your tubs and sinks may be constructed of
porcelain enamel. Made of silicate paint which is fired onto steel at high temperatures, it forms a
durable, smooth and shiny surface, much like glass.
Post-Tension Slab- A concrete slab which is under tension from tight steel cables that run
horizontally though the slab. The connectors for the cables can be seen at the expose edges of the
slab. The tension from the cables strengthens the slab and prevents cracking from settling. Used
when soil conditions warrant it.
Return- Air Vents- The return air vents draw air back to the heating and cooling system, and are
required to prevent almost airtight seals.
Ridging- The filled joint in drywall which becomes visible due to natural contraction and expansion of
the materials.
Screed- The galvanized sheet metal trim which separates the stucco wall from the foundation.
Sealant- The commercial products which are used to seal porous materials such as concrete, grout
and mortar and protect them from penetration by moisture.
Settling- The settling which can occur as the underlying soil gains and losses moisture in the first