Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Porter Davis homes 1244Feb 27, 2011 2:53 pm puppyso what was the reason he suggested to change the grout color to off white? we too are using white for our grout in the powder room. fingers crossed i was suprised today - got a call from the tiler who suggested that we change the colour of our grout from white to off white, meet him at the house and discussed in detail the layout of the powder room tile, why cant all of the contractors that PD use be like him! for one I have to say I was pleasantly surprised Hi Puppyso He suggested off white as white would very very qucikly discolour, which I had already anticipated - but he said at least I would have time being off white to seal the grout. Site cut: 2 June 2010 Slab Poured: 2 Oct 2010 Frame Stage: 12 Oct 2010 Lock up: Dec 2010 Fixing Stage: March 2011 http://karasdreamhome.blogspot.com/ Re: Porter Davis homes 1245Feb 27, 2011 9:11 pm I found out today that my SS regards me as a 'Nightmare Client' (written in an email from my SS that was printed and left on site - I have a nice digital pic of it) A friend of mine who lives in the same estate saw the door was open and went in for a sticky beak. I guess it takes a nightmare client to make sure the SS has done his job properly. But also they spotted something else. We have ordered 3 pendant lights over the island bench in the kitchen, one had been haning on the right hand side for a few months now. I was told that the other two are now in except there is a strong colour variation between the two new ones and the existing one. So the existing one has now been moved to the centre, I can only assume its an attempt to not make it so obvious that they are different. I am really tired of this sort of half assed work and it really makes me question 'what else is he hiding' Porter Davis should be embarrased by this standard of work, and yet somehow, I am the one branded a nightmare. I will be asking for a please explain tomorrow Re: Porter Davis homes 1246Feb 28, 2011 6:33 am Lunchtime I found out today that my SS regards me as a 'Nightmare Client' (written in an email from my SS that was printed and left on site - I have a nice digital pic of it) A friend of mine who lives in the same estate saw the door was open and went in for a sticky beak. I guess it takes a nightmare client to make sure the SS has done his job properly. But also they spotted something else. We have ordered 3 pendant lights over the island bench in the kitchen, one had been haning on the right hand side for a few months now. I was told that the other two are now in except there is a strong colour variation between the two new ones and the existing one. So the existing one has now been moved to the centre, I can only assume its an attempt to not make it so obvious that they are different. I am really tired of this sort of half assed work and it really makes me question 'what else is he hiding' Porter Davis should be embarrased by this standard of work, and yet somehow, I am the one branded a nightmare. I will be asking for a please explain tomorrow Omg, That is terrible.. . I always wonder what they thing of me when I ask them questions regarding timelines and quality (Those things should be told to me but I have to ask them constantly) That is really bad because all you want is a good quality house.. I hope it goes well Lunchtime... Re: Porter Davis homes 1247Feb 28, 2011 6:37 am Lunchtime I found out today that my SS regards me as a 'Nightmare Client' (written in an email from my SS that was printed and left on site - I have a nice digital pic of it) A friend of mine who lives in the same estate saw the door was open and went in for a sticky beak. I guess it takes a nightmare client to make sure the SS has done his job properly. But also they spotted something else. We have ordered 3 pendant lights over the island bench in the kitchen, one had been haning on the right hand side for a few months now. I was told that the other two are now in except there is a strong colour variation between the two new ones and the existing one. So the existing one has now been moved to the centre, I can only assume its an attempt to not make it so obvious that they are different. I am really tired of this sort of half assed work and it really makes me question 'what else is he hiding' Porter Davis should be embarrased by this standard of work, and yet somehow, I am the one branded a nightmare. I will be asking for a please explain tomorrow You should take it as a complement that you have better standard than PD or the SS. After all you are spending lotsa money on the house & of course you want it to be perfect. I'm sure the SS would lift up the standard if it is his own house. __________________________________________ Built Camberwell 29 with PD - Hand Over was on 22/12/10 http://ssazcamberwell29.blogspot.com/ Re: Porter Davis homes 1248Feb 28, 2011 8:56 am Lunchtime, my SS probably thinks I'm a grumpy client too, but look at the end of the day its my house and I'll be stuck with the issues if the job's not done properly. We pay a mini fortune at I guess its in our interests ensure that the house is completed as per the contract and is of a high standard - the kind one expects from PD. Thats all I want, nothing more than that. That said, my SS has been really patient, I hope he understands where I'm coming from. What people think really doesnt matter, he'll go on to another job, where as we have with the house that has been - well built or not which can sometime depend on the effort we put in as well. Agree with SSAZ, r'ber the saying " a squeaky wheel gets the grease"...... Hope it all gets done with no further issues for you. Now: Building another new home Settlement: 8 July 2021 Construction due to start: In two months Re: Porter Davis homes 1249Feb 28, 2011 1:02 pm Hi everyone. Have recently locked in the Darnley29. land settles in August. We chose Porter Davis as we have a few friends in the group who highly recommended them to us. All issues were rectified. It's an absolute shame reading the comments. I had a very very bad exp with M###on and vowed NEVER EVER recommend them. But after reading through the forums it sounds like it's the same all over the board with builders. Re: Porter Davis homes 1250Feb 28, 2011 2:13 pm I have just had a good discussion with my SS. To be honest, I'm happy to be a nightmare client if its going to produce results and get this house finished to a good standard. It shouldnt need to come to that. I have also had some good discussions with PD management and feel confident that things are going to be sorted out. I would guess it must be a difficult job at times as he is responsible for others work and being let down by tradies. Re: Porter Davis homes 1251Feb 28, 2011 2:16 pm Lunchtime I have just had a good discussion with my SS. To be honest, I'm happy to be a nightmare client if its going to produce results and get this house finished to a good standard. It shouldnt need to come to that. I have also had some good discussions with PD management and feel confident that things are going to be sorted out. I would guess it must be a difficult job at times as he is responsible for others work and being let down by tradies. I think the problem is they are expecting the sub contractors to do a proper job without being supervised. I was lucky enough that my SS got good subbies working for him, especially the brickies. He told me that they have to share subbies & sometimes it's hard to get the people they want. __________________________________________ Built Camberwell 29 with PD - Hand Over was on 22/12/10 http://ssazcamberwell29.blogspot.com/ Re: Porter Davis homes 1252Feb 28, 2011 2:50 pm Lunchtime I have just had a good discussion with my SS. To be honest, I'm happy to be a nightmare client if its going to produce results and get this house finished to a good standard. It shouldnt need to come to that. I have also had some good discussions with PD management and feel confident that things are going to be sorted out. I would guess it must be a difficult job at times as he is responsible for others work and being let down by tradies. Yes PD may be let down by their tradies - but we are paying for bad work! They should have more quality control and more SS's if that will resolve their issues, PD's prices are at a premium so their workmainship should reflect that! Site cut: 2 June 2010 Slab Poured: 2 Oct 2010 Frame Stage: 12 Oct 2010 Lock up: Dec 2010 Fixing Stage: March 2011 http://karasdreamhome.blogspot.com/ Re: Porter Davis homes 1253Feb 28, 2011 7:32 pm Omg you are all scaring me, lol My site has only been cut & filled. Waiting for it to begin. Am so excited, not looking forward to having to check everything constantly though! I'm hoping that my ss is onto everything! I've actually been waiting for a phone call though for them to introduce themselves! Any of you building in the northern suburbs? Mel Re: Porter Davis homes 1254Feb 28, 2011 7:42 pm Mel, don't wait, call your CSC and get your name & number of your SS, and call him yourself. I did that. Don't be scared, just keep a close eye on stuff, it's your house after all. Our PCI is scheduled for tomorrow, i'm a bit antsy. Drove past today, garage door is not on, entry doors not painted and an external inspection on Sunday I picked up about 14 points to be sorted. Is the expectation that the house is complete at PCI or is supposed to be complete at handover? Advice, please. Re: Porter Davis homes 1255Feb 28, 2011 7:48 pm karmaz Mel, don't wait, call your CSC and get your name & number of your SS, and call him yourself. I did that. Don't be scared, just keep a close eye on stuff, it's your house after all. Our PCI is scheduled for tomorrow, i'm a bit antsy. Drove past today, garage door is not on, entry doors not painted and an external inspection on Sunday I picked up about 14 points to be sorted. Is the expectation that the house is complete at PCI or is supposed to be complete at handover? Advice, please. Hi Karmaz, My understanding is they should have completed the house by PCI & they only need to rectify whatever defects listed during the PCI during the 2 weeks period between PCI & Handover. __________________________________________ Built Camberwell 29 with PD - Hand Over was on 22/12/10 http://ssazcamberwell29.blogspot.com/ Re: Porter Davis homes 1256Feb 28, 2011 8:14 pm Thanks SSAZ, I think I will call our SS tomorrow and confirm that all the work is done before I complete a PCI. Found a fantastic a PCI checklist, here's the link http://www.anew house.com.au. Comprehensive indeed, now to get the printers working. Re: Porter Davis homes 1257Feb 28, 2011 8:20 pm Hi karmaz, I have his name & number Will give him a call tomorrow. Thks for the advice. Mel Re: Porter Davis homes 1258Feb 28, 2011 8:47 pm Mel, dont be too scared - just make sure you set the expectation from the beginning. My issues are more indicitave of the building industry than PD. Everything is peared down to generate as much profit as possible and while my SS has been getting pressure from me, you can bet he has also been getting pressure from his managers to make sure the house is delivered under budget and for the highest profit. However, my issue with this is that PD promote themselves as a smaller volume builder and my sales rep said that they want to keep it this way as it allows them to focus on quality which I believe I have paid a premium for. There is always a gap between what was sold and the actual product. You have to determine what you find acceptable and push if it isnt Re: Porter Davis homes 1259Feb 28, 2011 9:15 pm Thanks guys, will be keeping everyone posted on what happens during my build I will be sure to be clear if I'm not happy & due to living 5 mins from my site I will be constantly checking on everything. Mel Re: Porter Davis homes 1260Mar 01, 2011 1:37 pm mel_mox Omg you are all scaring me, lol My site has only been cut & filled. Waiting for it to begin. Am so excited, not looking forward to having to check everything constantly though! I'm hoping that my ss is onto everything! I've actually been waiting for a phone call though for them to introduce themselves! Any of you building in the northern suburbs? Mel Hi Mel We are all excited but you do need to be invovled with checking everything, and somethings are easier to pick up than other:) we are also building in the norther suburbs, do you know who your SS is?? 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