New Built Home without hot water.

Hi All,

Recently purchased and took possession of a new townhome in BC after years of grinding and saving. Unfortunately, the unit does not have hot water. I understand the warranty requires the builder to repair it but what are some recourse if the builder fails to have running hot water by the time I move in next week. I know it is probably a first world problem, but I think if the unit is without hot water, it is uninhabitable. I am curious about living-cost allowance if I am forced to seek alternative shelter (cant have toddlers taking ice cold shower in Canadian winter). Anyone with similar experience? Thank you.

Posted Jan 27, 2022, 12:12 AM UTC

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Mreles•4 yr. ago

Don't worry... The builder can't get an occupancy permit before you take possession. So, if there is not hot water, you can't occupy it. You'll have terms on delaying occupancy in your agreement which will outline what happens when there is a delay.

someguyinreginasask•4 yr. ago

If the builder wont fix it, call the mechanical company direct. They usually put a sticker somewhere in the mechanical room to contact them for service. You will have at least 1 year warrenty with them on the mech systems.

Hot water heaters are finnicky, and usually really easy to fix.

kw_walker•4 yr. ago

Hot water heater isn't a big thing to fix. Hard to promise anything with supply the way it is but shouldn't be hard for them to have it sorted out in time.

Worst case, for a couple days the toddlers take baths. Not ideal but you'll live.