Construction Defect
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A Cluster of New Home Failures in Ontario
A lawsuit alleges that several of these new homes suffer from major structural issues, HVAC problems, roof leaks, siding leaks, and mold
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A Glimmer of Hope for Connecticut Homeowners With Crumbling Foundations
U.S. Housing Secretary tours a home with a failing foundation and expresses support for federal financial assistance
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Ten Common Mistakes Made By New Home Builders
These bad ideas should have been buried long ago; the problem is, they’re not dead yet
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Connecticut Lawmakers Consider Aid for Homeowners With Failing Foundations
Repair loans, state guarantees on municipal borrowing, and permit fee waivers are among proposals to help hundreds of homeowners
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Failing Concrete Foundations Linked to Aggregate
In Connecticut, hundreds of homeowners report crumbling foundations; authorities blame a mineral found in stone aggregate
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Energy Efficiency Is Narrowing the Stupid/Hurt Gap
As homes become more energy efficient, the margin for error decreases
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Multifamily Green Building Certification Still Has Issues
We’re making progress — but for many designers and builders, there is still a long way to go
