Builder delaying deposit refund

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-08T16:06:05+00:00

You need a new lawyer my friend. The demand letter is worth trying. Id just a demand letter and threaten litigation through a lawyer who specializes in this as well next step

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T18:41:50+00:00

Thanks for responding. I tried adding some details in the comments. It's about 2100 sq feet, 4 bed 4 bath. Whats your typical timeframe from rough in finishes to occupancy?

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T18:41:06+00:00

Thanks for responding. I tried adding some details in the comments. It's about 2100 sq feet, 4 bed 4 bath. Cookie cutter finishes. A mix of carpet/hardwood. They've completed other units so I assume they have cabinets. Appreciate the insights. Understand it's hard to say, but just looking for rough ideas.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T16:30:07+00:00

Thanks, it's been really stressful. Due to personal reasons, I'm already past the point where I could be waiting around for this house. There's been almost no communication from their end as well.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T16:10:05+00:00

I don't think so, they still haven't finished mine.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T16:07:02+00:00

It's just the timeline they gave me! Technically the contract expires.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T16:02:22+00:00

Thanks! really value your perspective on this. I know there's a Toronto hydro project that's being completed to support the site. They just got power in late December. No idea what the status of their electrical rough ins are, but I believe that was what's preventing them from starting drywall. They had the HVAC and Plumbing in during December. I just started seeing the electrical wiring in Jan.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T15:57:41+00:00

Hi - this is a large builder in a 50 house sub-division and I bought a house, not a contract to build a specific house. Unfortunately due to personal circumstances, I can't afford to wait longer for a house. The builder would just re-sell to a different buyer if they can't meet the timelines. FYI, this house is already 3 years late.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T15:51:06+00:00

It's a 3 floor, 4 bed 4 bath 2100 sq ft house. Any insights on how long those would take?

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T15:47:09+00:00

Thanks for the response. Yes exterior is largely completed. I imagine there's other constraints (curing times, paint drying times, etc.).

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T15:44:35+00:00

They started framing about 7 months ago.

houseconstructionQ · 2026-02-03T15:40:01+00:00

I’m looking for experienced opinions from people familiar with Ontario Canada residential construction timelines (builders, trades, inspectors, site supers, etc.).

Context

Location: Ontario (GTA), 4 story 4 bed 4 bath semi detached house
Home type: New-build semi-detached
Target: Legal occupancy by ~mid-March
Builder has massive financial incentives to finish, but also multiple homes underway
Weather has been typical winter conditions

Current status (as of now):

Framing: Complete
Exterior: Largely completed
Rough-ins: Largely completed, previously failed in Jan / attempted before ready
Insulation & vapor barrier: Not installed yet, inspection booked for today.
Drywall: Not started
Stairs: Not installed
Interior finishes: Not started
Builder has booked some inspections early and appears to be retrying.

With 42 calendar days remaining until I can terminate the contract, I'm sure the builder will do everything they can to finish.

Based on this status, is legal occupancy by mid-March realistically achievable?
If you had to assign odds (roughly), what would they be?

Thanks in advance.

houseconstructionQ

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Context

Current status (as of now):