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Congratulations on Your New Home!
Receiving the keys to your new home is an exciting milestone and the beginning of a new chapter. Whether this is your first home or your forever home, Loon Call Development Group is honoured to have been part of your journey.
This guide has been created to help you settle in, understand what to expect during the first few months of ownership, and provide helpful information for maintaining your new home for years to come.
Your First Weeks
Moving into a newly built home is different from moving into a resale home. During the first few weeks you’ll become familiar with your home’s systems, learn about routine maintenance, and begin making the space your own.
Some things to remember:
- Keep all warranty and homeowner documents in a safe place.
- Review your home orientation notes.
- Locate important shut-off valves and electrical panels.
- Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors regularly.
- Record appliance model numbers and warranty information.
Understanding Your New Home
Every new home naturally goes through a settling period.
As materials adjust to seasonal temperature and humidity changes, you may notice:
- Minor drywall nail pops
- Small shrinkage cracks
- Seasonal expansion and contraction of wood
- Slight adjustments to doors or trim
- These are common characteristics of new home construction and are a normal part of the curing and settling process.
Setting Up Your Home
After moving in, you’ll want to ensure your home is fully set up for everyday living.
Consider creating a checklist for:
- Home insurance
- Utilities
- Internet and television services
- Security systems
- Mail forwarding and address changes
- Emergency contact information
Caring for Your Investment
A new home requires ongoing care to perform at its best.
Simple routine maintenance helps:
- Preserve your home’s appearance
- Extend the life of building materials
- Improve energy efficiency
- Protect your investment
- Reduce unexpected repairs
- We encourage every homeowner to follow a regular seasonal maintenance schedule.
Get to Know Your Home
Take time to familiarize yourself with:
- Electrical panel
- Water shut-off valve
- Furnace and HVAC system
- HRV (if equipped)
- Exterior hose bib shut-offs
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Understanding these systems now can save valuable time if an issue ever arises.
We’re Here to Help
Our commitment doesn’t end on possession day.
If you have questions about your home, warranty coverage, or maintenance recommendations, our Customer Care team is here to help.
