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Farhan Qureshi
Ghaziabad property: Quality vs promise, feeling worried
Moved into Aditya Willow 162 in Ghaziabad just three months back, and honestly, thodi tension ho rahi hai. Builder ne bola tha top-notch construction, but already I'm seeing hairline cracks near windows. Kitchen sink mein minor leakage bhi start ho gayi hai, which is super annoying. Maintenance charges bhi quite high hain, par service abhi tak toh just average lag rahi hai. Cleaning theek hai, but small repairs ke liye kaafi wait karna padta hai. Not sure if this is normal. Investors, aap logon ka kya experience hai with construction quality in Ghaziabad projects? Kya yeh common hai ya I just got unlucky? Does this affect resale value a lot later?
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I had a similar experience but in a project in Indirapuram. Builder promised a lot, but after moving in, we realised the common areas were poorly maintained, and there were constant water supply issues. It's frustrating because you invest so much, and then you're stuck. The total units in Aditya Willow 162 are 162, that's a decent size. Maybe you can form a residents' association and collectively push the builder for better service and repairs? Sometimes that works better than individual complaints.
Maintenance charges high and service average? What's the per sqft rate you're paying for maintenance, if you don't mind sharing?
Haan, exactly. Our society in Crossings Republik charges around 3.5/sqft, and the service is pretty good. If they're charging more for less, that's unfair.
Usually, for projects in that price range like Aditya Willow 162, maintenance can be anywhere from Rs. 2.5 to Rs. 4 per sqft. Anything above that, and with poor service, is definitely a rip-off. You should check your agreement.
Sach kahu toh, Aditya Willow 162 ka naam sunte hi darr lagta hai. This builder has a history of promising a lot and delivering less. Many projects, including one my uncle saw in Abhay Khand, had quality complaints after possession. Hairline cracks are just the beginning, be prepared for more. The possession date was 2016-12-01, so it's not even a new project, issues should have been sorted by now. Resale value definitely takes a hit when word spreads about poor construction.
That's the sad reality, isn't it? They show you fancy brochures, but the ground reality is different. We bought a flat a few years ago, not in Ghaziabad but similar situation, and the builder used sub-standard materials. After a year, the paint started peeling and the plumbing was a mess. It's a nightmare for first-time buyers who put their life savings into it. Always check RERA complaints, if any.
Totally agree. My colleague booked in a different project by the same group near Vaishali and had endless troubles with amenities not being delivered as promised. Builders just want to sell units.
Oh god, this is exactly what I'm afraid of. My family is looking at properties in Ghaziabad too, and the prices like 57 L to 1.2 Cr for Aditya Willow 162 sound decent, but if quality is an issue, it's a huge worry. Does anyone know if there's a way to check a builder's track record beforehand?
Moved into Aditya Willow 162 in Ghaziabad just three months back, and honestly, thodi tension ho rahi hai. Builder ne bola tha top-notch construction, but already I'm seeing hairline cracks near windows. Kitchen sink mein minor leakage bhi start ho gayi hai, which is super annoying. Maintenance charges bhi quite high hain, par service abhi tak toh just average lag rahi hai. Cleaning theek hai, but small repairs ke liye kaafi wait karna padta hai. Not sure if this is normal. Investors, aap logon ka kya experience hai with construction quality in Ghaziabad projects? Kya yeh common hai ya I just got unlucky? Does this affect resale value a lot later?
Hairline cracks are one thing, but leakage starting so soon is a red flag. Have you tried contacting the builder for a full inspection? What's their response been so far?
Bhai, you are not alone. Ghaziabad mein yeh common ho gaya hai, especially with some builders. My friend also faced similar issues in a project near Ahinsa Khand 1.