I called today asking to speak to someone about an email I got saying that I did not pay an…read moreassessment. It did not say which assessment it was and was for the golf deeded monthly which I am not part of. I got someone "new" who put me on hold to go get someone else. He came back and told me that she would call me back tomorrow, as she was too busy working with garbage cans and the newsletter. I am have surgery tomorrow and will not be near a phone and I really believe that talking to a customer who pays the bills is more important than garbage and a newsletter that should have been ready 3 days ago. I doesn't seem that the PEOPLE of Plantation Lakes are a priority of those who staff the Association Office. I have already paid the nasty note as I didn't want it hanging over my head while in the hospital, but I do think I am entitled to a timely explanation.

I live in Plantation Lakes in Millsboro, DE which is an extremely large community. There are…read moreapproximately 1500 occupied homes and construction of new homes is ongoing. Many households have a dog or two as pets and walk them regularly at least 2-4 times daily. Most dog owners are allowing their dogs via the guidance of the HOA to urinate and defecate on the grass strips and trees in front of resident's homes. They may not know or care about the damage they are causing to our environment and ultimately our health. My husband and I have tried to reason with residents about the dangers of this bad habit, but they only get offended. Before we moved to this community, we noticed how beautifully maintained the lawns and grass strips were and it was one of the main reasons we chose to move here. Now most of the lawns and especially the grass strips have been damaged and destroyed with brown burn spots from all the dog urine. The foul odor, especially in the summer is very offensive and at times overwhelming. I am constantly washing down the urine every day, two and three times a day to avoid a buildup of the odor, otherwise outside my home will smell like a back alley. I have reached out to the HOA and asked them to stop telling the residents this is ok to do, but they refuse. We are replacing the topsoil every year due to the damage the urine and feces is doing to it. There are hundreds of dogs in this community that are damaging the soil, trees and grass. This huge amount of urine is not being contained or maintained responsibly by dog owners but rather is permeating our community as if it is normal and safe to do. We have offered suggestions to the HOA which are simple no cost solutions that would ensure the safety and health of all the residents and the environment, but we have been met with threats, bullying, retaliation, stalking and harassment for our efforts. We live in a society where sadly people only care about themselves and not others or the environment until it is too late and ruined. I am aware of all the health hazards this much dog urine and feces can cause, and I do not wish to be a victim of a dog urine and or feces related cancer. This may seem like a trivial matter, but it is a major health risk in a community this size with such an overwhelming number of dogs, children, and elderly. We are all tracking these pathogens into our homes, no matter how careful we are to remove our shoes. I would not recommend moving to this community if you value your curb appeal and health.

Don't ever buy from Beazer. The worst quality. We have had nothing but problems. Horrible.read more

I was lied to from the point of sale. Had the sales person & realtor been honest I would not have…read morepurchased a Beazer home nor the location. It took awhile to get 60+ items on my list completed. Two years later they wouldn't warranty issues. Simple parts that should not have broken so quickly. The company they use to repair were mostly awful. Cursing in Spanish to me in my own home. I could write a book. The contractors are inept. Never have I seen a home so poorly built w/so many issues. Trying to keep this short!! BUYER BEWARE

Russell Dee Starting by saying we ended up with a very…read morebeautiful home because WE made it that way. C&M does not get credit what we've achieved Our experience with this contractor was completely unacceptable THEY ARE NOT CUSTOM BUILDERS we pacifically asked for reinforced concrete for a car lift in the garage, which was on the blueprints. two months later they brought up that they FORGOT to add it. The project began with a signed contract that specified a monolithic poured foundation, yet somewhere along the way that was changed to a block foundation without our consent . A change of that magnitude should never happen without clear communication, written approval, and full transparency. Instead, the work no longer matched the agreement I originally signed, and no proper explanation or accountability was provided. Once the contract was signed, it was like a completely different ball game. Communication deteriorated significantly, follow-through became inconsistent, and getting straight answers became increasingly difficult. It quickly felt like the level of attention and professionalism that existed prior to signing simply disappeared. There is no professional designer involved. They add whatever is cheapest on their end. The construction manager is very unprofessional and if anything comes up he throws an attitude and will not correct whatever got addressed. Once that last draw was made they deny any responsibility in fixing anything still not fully resolved. The most frustrating part was that the two owners were essentially nonexistent throughout the process. Attempts to get clarity or escalation were met with silence or were passed off, leaving no real leadership or accountability when issues arose. Calls, texts, and emails often went unanswered, and important decisions appeared to be made without proper communication or client involvement. A contract is a binding agreement, not a suggestion. When major aspects of a project are changed without proper authorization and communication breaks down entirely, it raises serious concerns about integrity, reliability, and respect for the customer. What should have been a straightforward construction project turned into a stressful and frustrating experience filled with uncertainty and lack of trust. Based on my experience, I would strongly caution anyone considering this contractor to demand everything in writing, verify all changes, and ensure there is clear accountability before proceeding. It's been the worse experience of building our dream home but unfortunately we wanted the land that came with it. C&M is NOT what it was built from years ago. New owners(that have absolutely no construction skills ) took over and ruined everything Stonecipher had worked for. THEY ARE NOT THE SAME Company anymore. Please do the research and don't make the mistake we did. C&M Custom Homes is NOT your custom home builder.

Once we found our dream property in Delaware it was time to find our dream builder to build our…read moredream home. We interviewed several builders before landing on C&M's doorstep, literally. We didn't have an appointment but were greeted warmly and immediately accommodated. The fact that we were dealing directly with the home designer, sans a middleman, and one of the partners greatly influenced our decision. To see our ideas being brought to fruition; guided by their expertise in design & construction further convinced us we found the perfect builder. They offered a higher standard while staying within our requested budget. Once under contract, they handled everything. They let us know what stages were being executed and when our input was needed. Choosing options (exterior/interior colors, fixtures etc.) wasn't overwhelming because they guided us through the process. Their patience and expertise kept us on track. We marveled at the Amish worker's precise craftsmanship and skill, and were greatly impressed on how the Project Supervisor orchestrated all of the different companies & workers. The Home was delivered to us in a timely fashion, despite the current global situation. We were promised the "wow" factor and they delivered. Thank you C&M custom homes for building this solid and magnificent home for us.

We are so thrilled with our new home! This is our first experience building a custom home, and from…read moreour very first meeting with Harvey to the finished product, it has been a distinct pleasure to work with Turnstone Custom Homes. Erik took our rough concept and designed the perfect home for us - and on a very narrow lot with plenty of restrictions. Lisa was a very patient and calm guide as we faced the daunting task of design selections. And the project management team led by Morgan and his skilled colleages, Jason and Mike, are true professionals who care about the details and the product they turn out. The entire Turnstone team is extremely knowledgeable, very responsive, professional, courteous and friendly. They were excellent at managing costs and completed our home on time (maybe even a little early) and under budget. We're almost sorry that the construction is finished because we miss them! If you're planning to build a custom home in Delaware, Turnstone Custom Homes is the company you MUST use!

We built two homes with Turnstone starting in 2020, until we fired them for breach of contract…read more We've been in the midst of an extensive redo of both houses (with a new contractor) with great financial burden, so I have decided to share my experience with others in hope others will do some due diligence before engaging with them. The issues are almost too egregious and numerous to note. That said, the main issues were contracting for a custom kitchen/built-in closets and getting boxed cabinets which were installed with untenable damage, color variations throughout, and missing components. Our custom wood siding was installed outside the manufacturer's installation guidelines, resulting in one entire house needing to be resided with extensive modifications to the installation, necessitating the addition of 2" wood firing to attach the vertical siding. The wood refiring has changed the envelope of the house, which required removing windows, changing the internal window sills, retiling the bathroom sills, pulling out the external electrical panels and outlets to meet the new envelope, etc. They installed four custom metal panel windows and doors, also with considerable damage; they leaked, the metal rusted from all the installation damage, wouldn't close, etc. Most of the windows in one house weren't flashed and our largest (and most expensive windows) were installed incorrectly. Between the siding debacle and the leaking windows, we've had to remove or reinstall or replace almost all the windows. (One window came in white and they actually painted it black instead of replacing it with the correct window--no kidding. ) The HVAC was installed below grade and created extensive leaking in both basements. Finally, the patio drain required per the plans was not installed. We had to remove the patio, install/dig a large drain, and replace the patio to move the water away from the house. I have another long list of items, but these are the main issues. Each validated by both an experienced and reputable engineer and our current contractor. To date, we have spent over $525,000 correcting the issues. This does not include things that were unfinished, only done incorrectly. We have estimated it will take another $150,000 to finish the project. I'm in the midst of arbitration with Turnstone, so you might be asking why I am voicing this concern before things are resolved. Just today I have talked to three people who had similar experiences with Turnstone. It's not just the workmanship that's of concern, but the consistent way they've not stood their work, gas-light people who had valid concerns, and left clients with sub-par solutions. They want to blame their issues on their clients, or COVID, or vendors, but it's become so obvious that Turnstone is shaking and jiving in hopes of avoiding the enviable responsibly that comes with living up to their promises. My only hope is that my review offers other clients a moment ask more questions and Turnstone to reconsider their business practices.

I found CR Improvement online for a renovation project for my beach house. The owner Alex came to…read moremy place to give me a quote and scope of work for the project. I had a few contractors stop in that day and Alex was by far the most detailed, organized, and passionate about my project. We talked for hours about how the house should look and what my vision for the place was going to be. I knew Alex and CR Improvement were the right choice to complete my project. This was the least stressful experience I've ever had with a contractor and I live full time in Philadelphia. I was in another state for the duration of the project and supplied Alex with a key tot he house. Even vein four of state I had no stress knowing Alex was there caring for my place as it was his own! Alex was responsive, on time, always there when he said he would be there, and his work is top notch! His attention to detail and craftsmanship is some of the best I've ever seen. I would use Alex again no questions about it, working with him was of the best decisions I have made. I would recommend him to anyone In the area looking for a skilled, hard working, and trusted contractor to complete any renovation project! Thanks Alex the place is perfect your work speaks for itself!

From the owner: Bathroom renovations,Kitchen renovations, Home renovations, flooring, tile installation.read more