Things to Check Before Calling Maintenance

Smoke detector won’t work when tested or beeps on and off	Monthly check and replace battery. Notify maintenance at once if still not working
No power to plugs or switches	Flip the effected breaker all the way off inside the breaker box, wait a few minutes and flip it back on. In addition, there are GFI’s throughout the home. Hit the reset button on all the GFI’s.
Garbage disposal won’t work	Safely check the inside of the disposal making sure it’s clear of any debris. Use allen wrench to rotate motor to dislodge obstruction. Press the reset button on the bottom of the disposal (inside the cabinet).
No hot water	Check thermostat on hot water tank. Is pilot light lit? Check breaker panel
Hot water “TOO HOT”	Check thermostat on hot water tank and turn down.
Heater not working	Check thermostat. Check button or pilot lights. Furnace covers on correctly? Is pilot light lit? Breaker tripped?
Faucet or toilet leaks	Turn off water fixture under sink, toilet at valve and notify maintenance. (Cut offs may be located in a Pex panel- look for white panel, cover is easily removed by lifting slightly and pulling out.)
Toilet plugged	Try plunger. If still plugged call maintenance.
Sink plugged	Using needle nose pliers remove any hair/blockage from drain.
Dishwasher won’t drain	Clean food out of bottom of dishwasher. Clean float. Rinse dishes before washing. Use jet dry once a month. Jet dry prevents hard water build up.
Refrigerator too warm or too cold	Check thermostat, set correctly. Are the Front and Back grills clean. Clean out drain hole.
Ants	Use Home Defense which can be purchase from Lowes.
Blinds	Mini blinds will not pull up or down unless the actual slats are in the open position.
Garage door not closing all the way	This is typically due to the sensors being bumped. Make sure they are aligned. Check if there’s anything blocking the eye of the sensors.
Garage remotes not working	Change battery. Still not working then reset all remotes using the button on the opener. Instructions will be on the opener.
Ice Maker not working	Check the waterline in the back of the refrigerator. Make sure the tubing is connected and isn’t kinked. Look in the ice dispenser passage to make sure there isn’t a buildup of ice.
Door lock difficult to open	Use graphite spray into the door lock.
Light not working	Replace light bulb; reset breaker.
Dryer not working	Check the dryer vent located inside the dryer. Make sure all lint is cleared. Check the duct behind the dryer. Make sure it isn’t kinked; it’s clear of blockage and is attached to the wall. Check outside vent clear of blockage.
Screen door or Sliding door difficult to open/close	Rub an unlit candle (the wax) on the track.

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