In this episode of Chicks in Construction, Mikki Paradis and her co-host Jessica Abreu dive into a jaw-dropping homeowner horror story. The hosts discuss the shocking experience of Jake and his family, who moved into their dream home only to discover severe structural issues due to gross negligence by their contractor and the county inspections department. With foundation failures, code violations, and a battle to hold the builder accountable, this episode highlights the importance of due diligence, third-party inspections, and understanding the limitations of legal and insurance recourse in construction. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on one of the worst-case scenarios in home construction.
00:00 Napkin Plans and Construction Realities
01:04 Welcome to Chicks in Construction
01:34 Super Bowl and Small Talk
03:50 Dog Tales and Special Trash
10:16 Homeowner Horror Story Introduction
13:08 The Chatham County Construction Nightmare
29:03 Builder Red Flags and Permitting Office Blunders
29:24 Accidental Email Exposes Structural Issues
30:35 Homeowner's Legal Battle Begins
32:33 Contractor's License Suspended and Fined
32:51 Licensing Board's Worst Code Violations Case
38:54 Homeowner's Insurance and Legal Struggles
45:16 Homeowner Recovery Fund Limitations
51:34 Advice for Future Homeowners
01:00:20 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
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