Will the snow and ice be removed, and from which surfaces?
The association is responsible for removal of snow and ice from driveways and the walkways leading up to your front porch. The city is responsible for plowing the public streets.
Generally speaking, if there is any ice accumulation or snow accumulations exceed 2 inches, the association will provide snow removal services. If there is no ice accumulation and snow accumulation is less than 2 inches, the Board can make a judgment call to perform services anyway depending on the nature of the storm and what weather over the next few days after will look like, but most often services will not be performed. This criteria is used to minimize expenses, as if every snow event resulted in snow removal services being performed, your assessments would be substantially higher. It is not uncommon that clearing snow even only once or twice per winter can cost your association more than, for one example, what your association pays our company in property management fees for an entire year. Since these services are so expensive, discretion must be exercised to prevent substantial increases to your assessments.
As far as timing when services will be performed, it is impossible to say. Your snow removal contractor services other communities like yours, as well as commercial properties and other one-off clients. Once they are on the road performing services for their various clients, we usually can’t get in touch with them to obtain specific estimated service times. However, in most winter weather events, they may pretreat with ice melt in advance, but won’t begin plowing or shoveling until the snow stops falling. The city also shares no information with us, and getting specific information from them is even less possible. In the event of ice accumulation or more than 2 inches of snow accumulation, both the city and the association’s contractor will get there. Please be patient.
In the event snow removal services will be performed without ice accumulation and for less than 2 inches of snow accumulation, we will usually announce that via email since people aren’t expecting it in that circumstance. This decision is usually made by the Board if the snow is very slick in its composition or if subfreezing temperatures are expected in the coming days that could pose a risk for re-freezing. If you haven’t received an email from us telling you services will be performed when there is no ice accumulation and less than 2 inches of snow accumulation, it is almost certain services will not be performed.
Why is a maintenance request I reported that has been completed still show as being in progress in the Resident Center?
Most often it’s because the contractor assigned to the work hasn’t billed for it yet. While there are some exceptions, we typically don’t close requests until the final bill has been received for the work. In the case of some contractors, this can take up to several months, as not all of them are expedient with their billing. If you know the work is done, this is nothing to be concerned with.
I’m in need of new windows and/or doors. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
Chaney Windows and Doors – (636) 699-6353 – rob[AT]chaneywindowsanddoors.com
I’m making a change to the interior of my property. Do I need approval to do this?
Generally, no. If your improvements won’t affect any elements the association is responsible for, approval is not needed. This would include load-bearing walls and, more rarely applicable, plumbing and electrical systems that are common to the building.
Please note the lack of association approval needed does not mean permits from local government aren’t needed, and we are not qualified to say when you will and will not need a permit.
What am I responsible to maintain and what is the association responsible to maintain?
While it’s impossible to provide an all-inclusive list, a partial list is below. If your answer isn’t here, please ask us and we’ll get it published for the next person who may be wondering.
Roof: Homeowners are responsible for roof repair and replacement.
Interior Damage from Roof Leak: Homeowners are responsible for repairing interior damage from roof leaks.
Gutters & Downspouts: The association is responsible for repairs, replacement and cleaning of gutters and downspouts.
Plumbing: Plumbing is a homeowner responsibility to maintain, and there are no plumbing systems common to the association.
Sewer Back-Up: Sewer back-ups are a homeowner responsibility to clear or repair, as there are no shared sewer lines before the main.
Irrigation: The association is responsible for repairs, maintenance and replacement of components related to the irrigation system. Of note, the irrigation systems are fed by separate water meters with usage paid by the association. A leak or other issue with the irrigation system, while it must be repaired, can not be responsible for increases in your personal water bill. If you notice an increase in your water consumption, it must be for a reason that exists within your villa’s plumbing, which is a homeowner responsibility to maintain.
Siding: The association is responsible for repair and replacement of siding.
Shutters: The association is responsible for repairs and replacement of shutters.
Exterior Doors & Doorframes: Homeowners are responsible for repair and replacement of exterior doors.
Windows & Screens: Windows and window screens are homeowner responsibility to maintain and repair. If windows are replaced, they must be aesthetically identical to the original windows.
Garage Doors: Homeowners are responsible for repair and replacement of garage doors.
Termite Protection & Damage: The association provides termite protection, which includes a warranty to cover any interior termite damage.
Patios: The association is responsible for repairs and replacement of patios.
Decks: The association is responsible for repairs and replacement of decks and deck materials, unless the deck has been enclosed or otherwise altered by the current or a previous homeowner.
Lawn Care: The association provides lawn care.
Snow Removal: Snow removal is provided by the association for driveways and the walkways up to porches. The city plows the public streets. Unless snow accumulation is greater than 2 inches the Board will decide whether snow should be removed or not. Homeowners should be prepared to remove lesser snowfall from their own property if desired.
Tree Maintenance: The association is responsible for tree maintenance and removal when needed.
Landscaping: The association is responsible for the maintenance, replacement and removal, when needed, of original landscaping. Any landscaping installed by a homeowner, which includes all landscaping that isn’t in the front of the property, is a homeowner responsibility to maintain.
Exterior Pest Control: : The association provides exterior pest control.
Exterior Hose Spigots:: Homeowners are responsible for repair and replacement of exterior spigots.
Mailboxes: The association is responsible for mailbox repairs and replacements.
Driveways: The association is responsible for repair and replacement of driveways.
Sidewalks & Walkways: The city is responsible for sidewalks. The walkways up to front porches from the driveway are the association’s responsibility to repair and replace.
Streets: The streets are public and maintained by the city, except for the last small section of Ladue Bluffs Crossing Drive.
Street Lights: Street lights are owned and operated by Ameren Missouri. Any street light outages or other damages should be reported to them at (314) 342-1111.
I’m in need of a roofer. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
Tesson Roofing & Exteriors – (314) 616-9071 – kwolff[AT]tessonroofing.com
Builders Direct – (636) 336-2376 – support[AT]buildersdirectconnect.com
Wagner Roofing – (866) 864-9463 – gregc[AT]trustwagner.com
I’m in need of a disaster mitigation and restoration contractor. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
First Onsite – (314) 306-2923 – casey.vaught[AT]firstonsite.com
BluSky Restoration – (314) 330-4149 – angie.hickey[AT]goblusky.com
I’m in need of a painter and/or drywall work. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
Certa Pro Painters – (636) 922-2917 – awiggins[AT]certapro.com
Pride Master, Inc. – (636) 532-0708 – office[AT]pridemasterinc.com
Superior Touch – (314) 805-2041 – superiortouch4u[AT]gmail.com
I’m in need of an electrician. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
Reinhold Electric – (314) 631-1158 – katie[AT]reinholdelectric.com
Down to the Wire Electric – (636) 699-5498 – office[AT]dttwelectric.com
I’m in need of a plumber. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
Superior Sewer Company – (314) 437-0522 – info[AT]superiorsewerco.com
Cast Iron King – (314) 319-4610 – castironking[AT]currently.com
I’m in need of a general contractor. Can you offer a recommendation?
We provide recommendations based on contractors and vendors we work with and their consent to being included on this list. We do not receive any “kickbacks” or other incentives for sharing their information, and we do so strictly as a courtesy to the homeowners we serve and because we believe in the quality and price of their work. None of the contractors below are affiliated directly or indirectly with A. Jenning Properties nor any of its staff members. As these are simply recommendations, we also cannot accept any liability for conflicts and issues that may arise later with these contractors.
Please note the “@” symbol has been removed to prevent our preferred contractors’ email addresses from being picked up by bots nefariously. Please replace the [AT] in the email address with “@” to send an email.
YF Solutions – (636) 428-8090 – yfsolutions2022[AT]gmail.com
Pride Master, Inc. – (636) 532-0708 – office[AT]pridemasterinc.com
Big N’z Handyman Service – (636) 463-6023 – bignz34[AT]yahoo.com
I’m making a change to the exterior of my property. Do I need approval to do this?
If the exterior appearance of the property will change, you are adding something that doesn’t currently exist, or the work is on a major building component, you will need to obtain approval first.
Approval, if needed, can take 30-60 days, but most straightforward improvements consistent with the norm in the community, especially when others have already done the same, will usually come faster. You can learn more about this process and submit your request here.
Please note the association only issues approvals and denials on the basis of aesthetics. Approval of your proposal by the association does not substitute a permit, and we are not qualified to tell you with certainty when permits are necessary or not.
I submitted a maintenance request, but there’s been no progress, or it’s taking a long time to complete. Why?
Different types of requests may take different timeframes to complete. Some types of contractors are quick to respond, while others may be scheduled out for a couple of weeks. Some items are seasonal and must be done at an appropriate time of year.
The primary reason for delays, however, are when costs exceed what we as management are allowed to spend without board approval or if your need is relatively common and will be combined with other similar needs to save the association money and keep your association assessments as low as possible.
You are welcome to inquire with us about your specific issue, but these are the most common reasons delays may occur.
How do I submit a maintenance request?
Aside from contacting our office, you can log into your Resident Center account and click on Requests in the menu. You can also do so without an account by clicking here.
