Martens Family Enterprises, Inc.

Freezing temperatures are coming! Here are several tips from MFEI:

1) Humidifiers need to be set at 25% (possibly lower if you see condensation on the windows).

2) Watch for snow drifts blocking high efficiency furnace intake/exhausts.

3) Disconnect all exterior hoses/timers (even if spigot is off).

4) Keep garage doors closed as much as possible.

5) Trickle water in sinks and open vanity doors (if over a garage or on an exterior wall) to avoid freezing water lines. Frozen pipes on pex water lines typically isn’t an issue and will resolve itself when the temperatures come back up.

6) If you use a space heater, use caution and don’t use an extension cord.

Are you considering a basement finish in the near future? We have openings available now. This Fall and Winter is great time to add quality square footage to your already beautiful Martens Family home! There are so many design options that can be fully customized.

*Bar
*Gym/Fitness Area
*Extra Bedroom
*Family Room
*Office Space
*Bathroom
*Playroom

Email [email protected] for pricing.
*Available only on homes built by Martens Family Enterprises, Inc.

Just 3 things need to be done. 1) Make sure the water supply is on (located on the hot water heater water lines). Rotate handle so that it sits parallel to the pipe 2) Set humidistat dial to 35%. 3) Rotate the black valve on the humidifier unit to the “winter” setting.
To verify it’s working, temporarily turn the humidistat up to max and when the furnace runs, you should see water trickling out the clear discharge pipe on the bottom of the humidifier (may take a few minutes). The water filter panel inside the humidifier must be replaced at least once per year so if this isn’t your 1st winter then you will need to replace it (available at Home Depot).
Humidifiers help keep the moisture in your home which in turn helps keep all of your woodwork from shrinking and cracking the caulking. As the weather gets colder, if you notice condensation on your windows simply turn the humidistat down to 25% or lower and it will clear up within a day or two.

We wanted to remind everyone that it’s time to winterize your sprinkler system if you have one! This is a homeowner’s yearly responsibility and any freeze damage is not covered under warranty. Any professional irrigation company can do this for you or you can TEXT Marco with Professional Landscaping (our installer) at (913) 972-8629 or email at [email protected].

Here is a DIY video on how to drain your water heater. This should be done yearly.

How to Flush a Water Heater - Step by Step How to drain and flush a water heater. Detailed walk-through on how to drain and flush a gas or electric water heater. I show how I flush my water heater fro...

A message from Curby’s Lawn & Garden:

Hello,
As we sail into spring, it is incredibly important to water your new landscape well. Most plants die as a result of under watering when the plants need a good drink the most! So, grab your water hose and head out to check on your newly installed trees, shrubs and perennial plants.
As a homeowner, it is important to remember that your turf irrigation system will not do the trick, even if you can see the water making its way into the landscape bed(s). A traditional turf irrigation system will only output enough water to wet the top four to six inches of soil. So, a really good, deep, soaking is needed to reach the root systems of the large trees. In most cases the root systems are approximately thirty inches below the soil line. We recommend turning the water on a slow trickle ( #2 pencil sized stream) and letting the hose sit near/on the trunk of those trees, until the area is nice and saturated. This may take an hour, give or take your water pressure. Applying water to the base of each shrub and perennial plant is also incredibly important! If you are in a high wind area, or full sun space, you will need to water more frequently.
Want help watering your landscape? Check out your local hardware store for Tree Gator bags, battery powered irrigation timers and a temporary drip hose. While those items are not a permanent solution to watering, they will help in times of drought and extreme heat, making your job a little easier.
Please let us know if you have any questions! Have a wonderful week!

CURBY'S LAWN & GARDEN, LLC

Spring forward reminder to change your smoke detector batteries! ⏰

Freezing temperatures are coming! Here are several tips from MFEI:

1) Humidifiers need to be set at 25% (possibly lower if you see condensation on the windows).

2) Watch for snow drifts blocking high efficiency furnace intake/exhausts (see FB post from 2/17).

3) Disconnect all exterior hoses/timers (even if spigot is off).

4) Keep garage doors closed as much as possible.

5) Trickle water in sinks and open vanity doors (if over a garage or on an exterior wall) to avoid freezing water lines. Frozen pipes on pex water lines typically isn’t an issue and will resolve itself when the temperatures come back up.

6) If you use a space heater, use caution and don’t use an extension cord.

Are you considering a basement finish in the near future?
This winter is great time to add quality square footage to your already beautiful Martens Family home! There are so many design options that can be fully customized.

*Bar
*Gym/Fitness Area
*Extra Bedroom
*Family Room
*Office Space
*Bathroom
*Playroom

Email [email protected] for pricing.
*Available only on homes built by Martens Family Enterprises, Inc.

Copper Springs Meadows pool is now in progress! They broke ground yesterday on the pool house, ahead of the completion of the phase.

Martens Family Enterprises, Inc is not known for doing just the minimum so we thought we’d throw in some upgrades! We are giving the neighborhood a splash area, lounge area, slide, AND we are adding a HEATER for the pool! The pool will be saltwater. The adult lounge area will feature in-water loungers and a seating ledge along the main pool. The splash area will have 3 spray rings and a waterfall mushroom in approximately 4-6” of water for the kiddos to play in. The slide will look similar to the picture. Adding the heater will allow for a few more weeks of pool enjoyment throughout the year. Our goal is to eventually have an extended pool season as long as the weather cooperates. Photo examples are of a similar pool in our Heather Ridge South & Estates Subdivision.

Employee Spotlight: Kyle Martens

Kyle has been involved with construction since he was young. He graduated with a mechanical engineering degree from KU and has been employed with MFEI ever since. Kyle is a valuable part of the Martens family as he always goes the extra mile and has hands that are always willing to help. Many of his qualities include being courteous, dedicated, master of all trades, knowledgeable, always giving of time and effort, and has superior skills and ability.
While not on the job, Kyle enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 children. He enjoys playing sports, coaching his son’s baseball team, going to sporting events, and spending time out on the lake.
Thank you Kyle, for all you do!

Favorite Snack: Cheese
Favorite Sports Team: Chiefs
Favorite Movie: Talladega Nights

Incredible 3.99% owner-financing opportunity on this home in Olathe, KS! Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with all the upgrades!

Contact us OR Melissa Irish - ReeceNichols for more details.

http://irish.reecenichols.com/2391455
*rate valid for qualified buyers, restrictions apply*

It’s October and a good time to seal your exterior concrete!

Spalling is when the top surface of the concrete flakes off and reveals the aggregate layer below the surface. Spalling often happens during the freeze thaw cycles of winter. Water, chemicals and melting snow pe*****te into the surface of unsealed concrete, then freezes and expands 9% creating a lot of internal pressure. Spalling also occurs when salt or other de-icing chemicals (even from you car driving on city streets) are used to melt the snow. These chemicals will absorb & weaken the surface of the concrete causing it to deteriorate.

Sealing your concrete is the best way to prevent this from happening and keeping your driveway and exterior concrete looking new!

MY SITE Martens Family Enterprises brings over 40 years of new home building experience throughout the Kansas City area. Phil Martens is one of the first 4 Kansas City home builders to complete the...