The Oaks at Bauer Farm is a small new-construction community near Elm Creek Park Reserve in Champlin. A local real estate team lists D.R. Horton as the builder, with 50 homesites and construction beginning in early 2022. Listings place homes on Bauer Drive N in the 55316 ZIP code.
The homes are two-story single-family houses across seven floor plans, from roughly 1,866 to 3,400 square feet, according to the same page.
What we knowWhat is documented about this community
- Builder: D.R. Horton, per a local real estate team's community page.
- Size: 50 homesites, with construction starting in early 2022.
- Shared amenities: the association maintains a pool, a park and trails.
- Address examples: homes listed on Bauer Drive N in Champlin, 55316.
- Schools: Anoka-Hennepin District 11, with assignments set by address.
Look at your builder warranty paperwork first
Homes this new may still have warranty coverage from the builder or from manufacturers. Using an outside plumber for a covered item can complicate a claim, so read your paperwork before you book any repair.
We cannot see your warranty terms, and we do not know what D.R. Horton covers in this community. Your closing documents or the builder's warranty office can tell you what is covered and for how long.
General plumbing informationEveryday plumbing in newer two-story homes
Newer homes still need ordinary care. Water heaters collect sediment over time, drains pick up hair and grease, and faucet cartridges wear out. Two-story layouts put bathrooms upstairs, so a leak there can show up as a stain on the ceiling below.
Flushing the tank on a schedule and knowing where the main shutoff is cover most of what an owner can do.
Hot water
No hot water or a leak at the tank is the most common urgent call. See water heater repair.
Slow drains
Kitchen and bath drains slow down from buildup. See drain cleaning.
Fixtures
Dripping faucets and failed shutoff valves are usually quick repairs. See faucet and sink repair.
Toilets
Running or leaking toilets waste water fast. See toilet repair.
Habits that keep a newer home trouble-free
- Learn where the main water shutoff is before you need it.
- Look under each sink and around the water heater a few times a year.
- Keep grease, wipes and paper towels out of the drains.
- Ask the plumber what a water heater flush involves and how often it makes sense for your water.
Details we have not verified
Nothing we found names the association or lists its dues, and it says little beyond the pool, park and trails. Exact boundaries and a street list were not documented either.
Fixture brands and the water heater model in your home are also unknown to us until you describe them.
Plumbing question in The Oaks at Bauer Farm?
Call (855) 575-2890, give us the street and describe the problem. We will explain what a visit involves.
The neighboring city to the northwest
Dayton lies next door, and our Dayton page explains how we handle wells and city water there. Everything else we do is on our Champlin plumbing page.
SafetyGas smell or a problem out at the street
A gas smell means everyone leaves the house first. Then call 911 and CenterPoint Energy at 612-372-5050. Trouble at the street or the public main goes to City of Champlin Utilities at 763-421-0154.
FAQsPlumbing Questions in The Oaks at Bauer Farm
Should I call the builder or a plumber first?
Call the builder first if the home is still under warranty and the problem could be covered. Your closing paperwork lists what is covered and who to contact.
Who built The Oaks at Bauer Farm?
A local real estate team lists D.R. Horton as the builder. Confirm anything about warranty coverage directly with the builder.
Do you work on two-story homes with upstairs bathrooms?
Yes. Describe where the water shows up, such as a ceiling stain below an upstairs bath, and we will explain what to check.
What does the association take care of?
The community page says the association maintains the pool, park and trails. Ask your association for its documents to see anything beyond that.