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REMAX METRO 2626 RICHMOND AVE HOUSTON, TX 77098 TELEPHONE - 713-528-1800

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Dear New Homeowner,

Congratulations on the purchase of your home! On behalf of everyone at RE/MAX Metro, thank you for allowing us the opportunity to be a part of your new home experience. Our area is one of the finest in the Houston metroplex and offers a wide variety of products and services in which you may frequently need.

To help you with the transition of moving into your new home and possibly a new community, we have provided you with a Home Owners Guide consisting of a network of local businesses that we are affiliated with.

The companies in this directory are divided by categories supplying products and services you may most likely need when moving into a new community and/or a new home. This Home Owners Guide is intended to provide EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS and simplify the broad spectrum of choices when it comes to having a need for you or your home! You can download the TCRN Preferred Customer App on your mobile phone or tablet so you can have access to the same great info on the go.

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RE/MAX Metro does not receive any rebates, referral fees, or any other benefits by the use of your card or your decision to do business with any of the providers in this directory. We just want to provide you with one more sign of our sincere appreciation for doing business with us.

Enjoy your new home and take advantage of endless savings with your Preferred Customer Offers!

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COMMUNITY DIRECTORYADVERTISING REbranding 360 ................................................... Page 17

AUTOMOTIVE Chimney Rock Car Care ....................................... Page 15 Sterling McCall Ford ............................................ Page 12 Advantage BMW Midtown ................................. Page 7 Mike Calvert Toyota ............................................. Page 11

BUSINESS GROWTH Texas Community Referral Network .................... Page 14

CHURCHES Memorial Lutheran .............................................. Page 16 River Oaks Baptist Church ................................... Page 16 St. Anne Catholic Community ............................. Page 16 St. Luke’s United Methodist Church .................... Page 16 St. Philip Presbyterian Church ............................. Page 16 The Church of St. John the Divine ....................... Page 16

DENTAL Artistic Dentistry ................................................. Page 9

DESIGN Out of the Box Design, LLC .................................. Page 13

DINING Bollo Woodfired Pizza .......................................... Page 12 Canyon Cafe ........................................................ Page 13

ENERGY Rhino Energy ....................................................... Page 15

ENTERTAINMENT Sugar Land Skeeters ............................................ Page 10

FINANCIAL Security National Mortgage ................................ Page 12 World Pay ............................................................ Page 9

HOME IMPROVEMENT Allegiance Roofing ............................................... Page 8 Bulldog Security (ADT Dealer) ............................. Page 15 Charlie’s Plumbing ............................................... Page 8 Out of the Box Design, LLC .................................. Page 13 Right Touch Electrical .......................................... Page 8 The Cool Dude AC & Heat ................................... Page 9

INSURANCE Brandon Sisco Insurance Agency – Farmers Insurance ........................................... Page 15

MEDICAL Coastal Eye Associates ....................................... Page 12 St. Michael’s Emergency Rooms......................... Page 13

PHOTOGRAPHY Create For Me Photography ................................ Page 9

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Ambassador Cleaning Services ........................... Page 15 Charlie’s Plumbing ............................................... Page 8 Copy Source 1 ..................................................... Page 15 e City Creative ..................................................... Page 8 Legal Shield ......................................................... Page 13 Regus ................................................................... Page 6 Reimer, McGuinness & Associates, PC ............... Page 15 Right Touch Electrical .......................................... Page 8

REAL ESTATE RE/MAX Metro .................................................... ....Cover

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THINGS THAT NEED TO BE DONE ALL YEAR*REFRIGERATORROUTINE

• Keep the top of the refrigerator clear and make sure there is at least a ½ inch clearance on sides.

• Make sure the refrigerator is level or tilted back slightly so the door closes completely.

ONCE A MONTH

• Clean door gasket with 1 tsp of baking soda dissolved in a quart of warm water. In addition to having a clean gasket, it will keep your gasket soft and pliable.

TWO TIMES A YEAR

• Clean coils with a condenser coil brush (about $6 and available at an appliance store). The coils are usually behind the snap out grill at the front bottom of the unit. Unplug the unit first so you do not strike the moving fan. Even when the unit is unplugged you need to avoid disturbing the insulation or bending the fan blades. If you have pets and they shed you should do this four times a year.

• Test the door gasket. A leaky gasket wastes energy and can shorten the life of the compressor. Close the refrigerator door on a dollar bill at various locations along the door and pull lightly. If the bill moves at all you need to replace your gasket.

• Change the inline water filter on the icemaker after turning off the source water. Use a bucket to catch water in the system. Be sure to buy a recommended replacement filter.

ONCE A YEAR

• Slide the refrigerator out and vacuum around and beneath it. If left unattended, this dirt will end up on the coils.

DISHWASHERROUTINE• Run the hot water in the sink near the dishwasher before starting it so even during the first cycle the water is at or near the design temperature (120 degrees F). If the water isn’t at least 120 degrees F the soap will not dissolve.• Promptly repair cut or chipped plastic coating on racks to prevent rust. You can use a steel wool pad to remove rust and cap the damaged areas on the rack with slip on rubber tips. You can get a rack repair kit from the manufacturer for less than $10 in most cases.

TWO TIMES A YEAR• Lift out the strainer and clean it with warm soapy water and a soft plastic scrub pad.• Remove the spray arm and clean it by poking a piece of stiff wire through the holes. Once removed, shake the spray arm to make sure nothing is inside such as seeds from fruit or other debris. Lastly, scrub mineral deposits off the spray arm with hot distilled white vinegar. Caution: the cap holding the arm in place is typically reverse threaded which means you will turn it clockwise to remove it. Be sure not to drop the nut or washer into the motor.• When you run a regular wash cycle, place a small container filled with one cup of distilled white vinegar in both the dish rack (lower) and the cup rack (upper). By doing this, the dishwasher will disperse the vinegar during the wash cycle. This dissolves mineral accumulation and soap residue throughout the dishwasher. It will especially help at the hinges where rust-causing buildup occurs.

WATER HEATERTWO TIMES A YEARDrain and flush the sediment, which reduces efficiency and causes rumbling, from the tank (you may have to do this monthly if the level of sediment in your water is high). To drain the tank, turn off the water supply at the top of the tank, hook a hose to the spigot at the base, open a hot water tap anywhere in the house and open the spigot. When the tank is drained, turn on the water supply at the top of the tank and let it run until the water that is draining out is clear. Close the spigot and turn off the tap.

ONCE A YEARCheck the pressure relief valve to make sure this crucial safety device isn’t clogged. To relieve any over pressurization in the tank, place a bucket under the overflow pipe where it hangs near the floor. Carefully push the relief valve at the top and a burst of hot water should spray out of the pipe. If hot water does not spray out of the pipe, then the valve needs to be replaced.

*These are recommendations only and the homeowner assumes all risk and liabilities. Consult a professional service technician if needed.

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THINGS THAT NEED TO BE DONE ALL YEAR*WASHERROUTINE• Fabric softeners are waxy and can gum up in the washer if introduced undiluted with water before dispensing, so mix them with water before use. If there is a fabric softener dispenser on your machine, add the recommended amount and then top off with water. If you are pouring from a cup, use a 3-to-1 ratio of softener to water.

• Avoid overloading the washer. Add clothes until the unit is filled to just below the top of the agitator axle without packing down the clothes. An overloaded washer strains the motor and transmission, therefore shortening the life of your washer.

ONCE A MONTH• Remove and clean intake screens where water supply hoses enter the washing machine. The screens can get clogged with sediment and/or mineral buildup. Be careful when you reseat the screen. When improperly installed, they can jam open at the internal valve. You can easily replace them with flat screen washers (available at most hardware stores) in the end of the hose. You must be extra careful when removing and replacing hoses because the plastic threads on the intakes at the back of the washer are easily stripped.

EVERY FIVE YEARS• Replace rubber water supply hoses if they are splitting, cracking or are losing flexibility. Rubber replacement hoses last around five years, but hoses that use a braided jacket of stainless steel may last twice as long.• Replace pinch-type hose clamps with more reliable worm-driven clamps.

RANGE/OVENROUTINE• Wipe down the range top. A clean surface prevents scratches and stops acidic food from eating away at the appliance finish.• Clean up thoroughly after a boil over. If necessary, unclog burner ports on a gas range with a straight pin. Do not use a toothpick. It can break off in a port.

DRYERROUTINE• Clean the lint filter after every dryer load.• Replace the door seal if it is loose, worn, damaged or hardened. If you don’t, the warm air in the dryer will escape which causes the dryer to work harder. Check the seal by holding a tissue near the door while the dryer is running. If the tissue is sucked toward the door you need to replace the seal. You can order it from the manufacturer or an appliance store.• Replace the flexible plastic exhaust duct with aluminum or steel. It is more efficient and reduces the risk of fire. Limit the length of duct runs if possible and keep sags out of longer runs if you have to use them. They can collect lint that will restrict or even block the flow of warm exhaust air: this puts a strain on the dryer fan and reduces overall efficiency.

TWO TIMES A YEAR• Clean the lint filter with soap and water to remove built-up soap and fabric softener.• Clean the outdoor vent with a stiff bristle brush.

ONCE A YEAR• Disconnect the exhaust duct and remove accumulated lint. • Vacuum lint from the dryer heater box. To get to this area, remove the access panel. Most are held in place by clips and screws but check the product owner’s manual. Always be sure to unplug the dryer or shut down the gas connection before you remove the panel.

FOUR TIMES A YEAR• Run self-cleaning cycle after removing racks: they can discolor at high temperatures. Clean around the door and its gasket first, these areas often do not receive enough heat to thoroughly burn off grease and splatters. In order to cut down on smoke during cleaning, sweep out crumbs and other loose food particles. The minimum duration of the cycle should be two and a half hours. Some manufacturers recommend three or more so you may want to consult your owner’s manual. The self-cleaning cycle burns off residue with an automatic 850 degree F setting. After the cycle has completed and the oven has cooled, wipe out ashes with a clean wet rag. Run the self-cleaning at a time when others, especially kids are not likely to be in the kitchen.

ONCE A YEAR• Inspect the oven door gasket. It should be soft and pliable. If it is hard, it may allow heat to escape, which affects the performance of the oven. It will also cost you energy dollars. Most units require disassembling of the entire oven door to replace the gasket.• In a gas range, inspect the pilot flame. The flame should be a sharp blue cone ¼ to 3/8 of an inch high.

*These are recommendations only and the homeowner assumes all risk and liabilities. Consult a professional service technician if needed.

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EMERGENCY & NON EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance/Fire/Police ................................................................................... 911 Fort Bend County Sheriff ............................................................... 281-342-6116 Fort Bend County EMS .................................................................. 281-342-2100 Harris County Sheriff ..................................................................... 713-221-6000 West Harris County EMS .............................................................. 281-675-3600 Katy Police Dept. ............................................................................ 281-391-4848 Fulshear Police Dept. ..................................................................... 281-346-1717 Brookshire Police Dept. ................................................................. 281-375-5000 Houston Police Dept. ..................................................................... 713-884-3131 Katy Fire Dept. .............................................................................. 281-391-3500 Fulshear Fire Dept. ........................................................................ 281-533-9901 Brookshire Fire Dept. .................................................................... 281-375-5000 Houston Fire Dept. ........................................................................ 713-247-8574 Poison Control ............................................................................... 800-764-7661

UTILITIES Centerpoint Energy ........................................................................ 713-207-1111 Reliant Energy ............................................................................... 713-207-7777 Comcast ........................................................................................ 713-341-1000 AT & T ........................................................................................... 800-288-2020 City of Katy Water ......................................................................... 281-391-4800 ECO Resources .............................................................................. 281-579-4500

SCHOOLS Katy ISD ........................................................................................ 281-396-6000 Lamar Consolidated ISD ................................................................ 281-341-3100 Fort Bend ISD ................................................................................ 281-634-1000 Houston ISD .................................................................................. 713-556-6005

COUNTY OFFICES Fort Bend County Courthouse ....................................................... 281-342-3411 Fort Bend County Tax Office .......................................................... 281-341-3710 Fort Bend County Animal Control .................................................. 281-342-1512 Harris County Courthouse ............................................................. 713-837-0311 Harris County Tax Office ................................................................. 713-368-2000 Harris County Animal Control ........................................................ 713-229-7300

HOSPITALS Memorial Hermann Katy ............................................................... 281-644-7000 Christus St. Catherine ................................................................... 281-599-5700

LIBRARIES Katy ............................................................................................... 281-391-3509 Maud Smith Marks ........................................................................ 281-492-8592 Cinco Ranch .................................................................................. 281-395-1311

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

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BABYSITTER’S CHECKLISTHome Address: ____________________________________________________________

Parent: _______________________________ Cell Phone Number: ___________________

Parent: _______________________________ Cell Phone Number: ___________________

Who to call if you can not reach a parent:

Name: ________________________________ Name: _____________________________

Phone Number: _________________________ Phone Number: ______________________

What (child) can eat and when: What (child) cannot eat:

_____________________________________ __________________________________

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What (child) can watch on TV: ______________ What (child) cannot watch on TV:

_____________________________________ __________________________________

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Approved website(s):

(1)_____________________ (2) _____________________ (3) _____________________

Things (child) likes to do: ______________________________________________________

Bedtime: ______________________________ Nap(s): ____________________________

Our closest neighbor or family member you can contact in an emergency:

Name: ________________________________ Phone Number: ______________________

(Child)’s Doctors Name, Address, and Phone Number:

_________________________________________________________________________

EMERGENCY & NON EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance/Fire/Police ................................................................................... 911 Fort Bend County Sheriff ............................................................... 281-342-6116 Fort Bend County EMS .................................................................. 281-342-2100 Harris County Sheriff ..................................................................... 713-221-6000 West Harris County EMS .............................................................. 281-675-3600 Katy Police Dept. ............................................................................ 281-391-4848 Fulshear Police Dept. ..................................................................... 281-346-1717 Brookshire Police Dept. ................................................................. 281-375-5000 Houston Police Dept. ..................................................................... 713-884-3131 Katy Fire Dept. .............................................................................. 281-391-3500 Fulshear Fire Dept. ........................................................................ 281-533-9901 Brookshire Fire Dept. .................................................................... 281-375-5000 Houston Fire Dept. ........................................................................ 713-247-8574 Poison Control ............................................................................... 800-764-7661

UTILITIES Centerpoint Energy ........................................................................ 713-207-1111 Reliant Energy ............................................................................... 713-207-7777 Comcast ........................................................................................ 713-341-1000 AT & T ........................................................................................... 800-288-2020 City of Katy Water ......................................................................... 281-391-4800 ECO Resources .............................................................................. 281-579-4500

SCHOOLS Katy ISD ........................................................................................ 281-396-6000 Lamar Consolidated ISD ................................................................ 281-341-3100 Fort Bend ISD ................................................................................ 281-634-1000 Houston ISD .................................................................................. 713-556-6005

COUNTY OFFICES Fort Bend County Courthouse ....................................................... 281-342-3411 Fort Bend County Tax Office .......................................................... 281-341-3710 Fort Bend County Animal Control .................................................. 281-342-1512 Harris County Courthouse ............................................................. 713-837-0311 Harris County Tax Office ................................................................. 713-368-2000 Harris County Animal Control ........................................................ 713-229-7300

HOSPITALS Memorial Hermann Katy ............................................................... 281-644-7000 Christus St. Catherine ................................................................... 281-599-5700

LIBRARIES Katy ............................................................................................... 281-391-3509 Maud Smith Marks ........................................................................ 281-492-8592 Cinco Ranch .................................................................................. 281-395-1311

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