driveway busted

6 years ago

Hello. Were under contract on a new build home and they laid the driveway and sidewalk concrete and then 2 days later took heavy equipment over it to get the final grade done outside. They busted up all the concrete on the edges and on the front walk path and now are trying to patch it which I told them not to do. Is this considered cosmetic or can I fight to get this redone and ripped out?

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Mark Bischak, Architect
6 years ago
Is this a custom home or a tract house?
Sarah Ann
Original Author
6 years ago
It is a spec home but everyone in the neighborhood has custom homes for the most part. Houses aren’t identical if that’s what your asking
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Mark Bischak, Architect
6 years ago
Usually there are contractural differences between a custom home and a tract home. Look in your contract to see if there is verbiage on quality of work, or it may be something left to your builder's discretion.
Sarah Ann
Original Author
6 years ago
It says it just has to pass a final inspection and obtain a certificate of occupancy. But how can they get away with that crappy quality!
strategery
6 years ago
I would need to see some zoomed-out photos for more perspective. If you are unsatisfied, discuss with builder and PLEASE report back here with details of the conversation. We all want to learn.
PRO
Joseph Corlett, LLC
6 years ago
The only way these hillbillies will learn to protect concrete is when they're back charged for replacing same.