... I'm getting a lot of ice dams around the edge of garage and my eves are almost frozen. the rest of the house does not have this issue . this is a new build and I'm past my one year at this point. my theory is that due to insufficient ventilation. hot air rises and melts the ice closer to the bedroom ...
Feb 7th, 2023 10:22 am
Builder garage door advertised as premium quality roll up garage doors. Is it normal for it to be wet on the inside? Material almost looks like particle board and won't be surprised if it'll disintegrate and mold over time. Pretty sure there's nothing that the builder will do but curious if anyone h...
Jan 30th, 2023 9:21 pm
My current system (3770K) is acting up so may as well take this opportunity to build a new box and just about everything is telling me to upgrade from Windows 7 (tried 8 and 10 didn't like them too much), now which parts should I keep/reuse? I know I'm going to keep 2 storage drives as they are only...
Jan 29th, 2023 11:28 am
So I have been told that there is now a requirement for AC to be installed in all new builds by the builder. This was told to me by my cousin who was told this by his builder. I have asked him to clarify but it was quite a few months ago and he is not sure if this was a builder specific thing or if ...
Jan 9th, 2023 10:53 am
Hi, Can someone please give me some guidance on chipped bricks with tarion. I got a brand new house and the bricks look chipped everywhere, every person who has visited the house has asked me why the bricks look like this. I spoke to a rep from the builder and she said this is called a “tumbled” loo...
Nov 9th, 2022 2:16 pm
28E5FC35-29F0-4397-A789-F6686CD72C1C.jpeg We moved into a new build in Ontario a year ago. The railing for the porch was cut short ( one of the posts) They sent someone to finally repair and they just patched it. It looks horrendous. How can we get this ...
Oct 3rd, 2022 6:12 pm
Hello, need your advice please. I have closed transaction on a new independent house this spring. In the backyard there were some vegetation and trees during closing. So as part of grading and sodding builder has removed all vegetation this summer and left the trees un-touched (which I am ok with), ...
Aug 17th, 2022 11:21 am
Hi folks, Interested in buying a new build. Not sure what builder requires for a down payment and schedule etc. so want to ensure I have the funds available regardless. Looks like the best way to finance the down payments is through an interest ...
Jun 15th, 2022 1:11 pm
Next door house was torn down. Side set back allows for 0.90m but TLAB authorised 0.62m. construction is now done and despite it was evident from the time foundation was poured they'd be closer, the finished house now sits at 0.55m. The city says this is not their issue (as if they were not the auth...
May 20th, 2022 7:05 pm
What are some promising new builds detached?From good builders in good areas of Ontario?Where y’all getting your info on this?
Apr 7th, 2022 4:10 pm
I was looking at a new build and notice a big crack in the foundation on the front of the house. the floor plan isnt available yet to see where the foundation walls are but when i toured it i caught a pic of the sump pump in the basement ...
Apr 4th, 2022 1:02 pm
I am considering buying a presale townhome in Metro Vancouver. The property will not have any duct work. It is marketed as "green living" and use gas radiant for heating + 2 heads mini-split for cooling. I am wondering: - Do radiant heating and mini split cooling require more (expensive) m...
Feb 9th, 2022 6:07 pm
I am considering buying a presale townhome in Metro Vancouver. The property will not have any duct work. It is marketed as "green living" and use gas radiant for heating + 2 heads mini-split for cooling. I am wondering: - Does not having duct work affect the resale value of the property? -...
Feb 9th, 2022 6:06 pm
Hi everyone, I had a pre delivery inspection coming up soon in a couple months. I understand the basics of what to look for, but curious if we are allowed to bring a contractor to check everything out. I'm paranoid over drafty windows and water leaks, are we able to rent a device (home depot) to che...
Feb 7th, 2022 7:45 pm
Hi There is a new build I’m interested. They are asking for $5000 at purchasing appointment, then $65,000 at the firm (14 days after the purchasing appointment). When the down payment to bank due? Is it at the closing (scheduled ...
Jan 16th, 2022 1:09 pm
feel drafts around windows - not sure whats acceptable by code, but will be putting on 30 days to TarionWhat/how does a builder to do try and address - or will they even?
Jan 7th, 2022 10:23 am
Large gap has appeared between baseboard and floor of the 1st floor (of a 3 story townhouse, no basement). It's about 1.5CM at the largest. Gap spans along 2 walls, and cold draft comes in from the wall that faces front of the house. Builder has come in and fixed it by just putting in caulking - is ...
Dec 15th, 2021 11:48 am
Hello, We are looking to demo our old bungalow and build new on a 33x122ft lot in East Vancouver. Not looking for builders just the required design and landscaping plans to get the city building permits. Anyone have any recommendations for custom home designers or architects? Thanks
Nov 18th, 2021 3:13 pm
Hi everyone, I posted this in the personal finance real estate forum and was suggested to post here. I have noticed some cracks in the cement of my porch and basement that you can see in the attached photos. Are these anything to be concerned about? Should I talk to the builder first or is this stuf...
Nov 6th, 2021 8:24 am
Hi everyone, I am not sure if this is the right place to ask but thought I would try. I have noticed some cracks in the cement of my porch and basement that you can see in the attached photos. Are these anything to be concerned about? Should I talk to the builder first or is this stuff normal? Thank...
Nov 5th, 2021 6:22 pm