Q: just purchased new build builder is not responding to the problems, roof leaks basement drains cloged outside grade bad

A: Have you submitted a written 'punch list' of items to be fixed/finished?

Or have you made the final payment accepting the property as is?

If the later, you may have a hard time.

It is hard to say what you should do next without also knowing what you have done so far.

You should find a local real estate lawyer and provide that attorney a copy of your closing documents and any 'punch lists' that have circulated. Without that information, we're going to be shooting in the dark, and won't provide you anything useful. Seek that local legal opinion. The cost for the initial conference should be minimal but that is the only way to get real 'advice' as opposed to general information which is what forums like this are for.

Good luck!

-- This answer is offered for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney/client relationship.

I am licensed to practice in Michigan only. Please seek competent local legal help if you feel you need legal advice

A: Your building agreement should require that the work performed by the builder be done in a workman like manner. If you are having issues with drainage or grading, you should first go to the building dept. at your municipality and see the plans that the builder filed. Then ensure that the site plan is consistent with the plans filed with the planning dept. Obtain estimates for the repairs. If the builder is not responding to your requests, you may need to hire a real estate attorney and press your case against them at court. Usually a legal complaint will elicit a response from the builder to correct the problem. If not, a judgment often will.

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