February 2023

SECURITY

CONSIDERING HOUSE WATCH FOR THE WINTER MONTHS? If you are considering House Watch, please email Security at security@fhgc.com . Below is a snapshot of the program: Weekly House Watch visits include: • Check security of doors, windows, and locks • Check water heater for correct temperature setting • Check on or off status of water

• Check house temperature and heat setting • Check for water leaks or storm damage • Check alarm transmission ability • Exterior perimeter check of structure • Perform reasonable special instructions • Notify the homeowner of any discrepancies

A friendly reminder to please comply with Forest Highlands Rule 3.10 which states “ during the winter months, it is the responsibility of the homeowner to provide clear access to the home in case of snow .” If you prefer not to completely clear your driveway, there are companies that will provide a snow blower walking path

ICE DAMS The Security Team has noticed past and current weather conditions (snow, rain, warmer temperatures, and then a return to freezing temps) have caused ice dams primarily on roof edges facing north. Most Members are aware of ice dams and take action to prevent damage to the interior of their home. Some preventive measures is utilization of heat tape and snow removal from roofs. If you are not on the House Watch program offered by Security, all Members are encouraged to do one of the following: make a visit to your home or have someone visit your home such as a family member, a neighbor, a handyman, or a contractor familiar with your home.

from the street to your front door. Along with the Forest Highlands Concierge team, below are some snow removal resources in the area. Please contact them directly to determine availability:

• Lowe’s Landscaping - (928) 773-7703 • RC Hubbard - (928) 774-1010

• Elevate Snow Removal - (928) 810-8927 • Cardenas Snow Removal - (928) 853-4394 • Travis LaCroix - (928) 255-1522 • Arizona Property Maintenance - (928) 600-3000 • Flagstaff Landscaping - (928) 607-2336 • Morning Dew Landscaping - (928) 779-3125

The above are just a few service providers and Members are welcome to contact any other providers.

TRASHCAN PLACEMENT & DO NOT OVERFILL For safety, please place trashcans at the edge of your driveway (NONE OF IT SHOULD BE IN THE ROAD) and if there are multiple trashcans, spread them four feet apart. To help keep a clean community and avoid a fine due to a trash cleanup, it is important to avoid overfilling your trashcan. A trashcan with a propped open lid can result in litter being spread through the community due to animals and wind.

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