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Amrit Sandhu
posted on 9 MayNew builds' hidden flaws after possession
CEL Apartments' construction quality is already showing cracks; just moved in last month. Maintenance charges are high, but the clubhouse facilities feel like a ghost town. Did anyone else face this?
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OP, koi update hai kya ispe? Did you manage to get the builder to address the cracks or the clubhouse issues? What's your plan now?
It's true that many new builds have issues, but it's not always this bad. We need to be super vigilant. Before buying, check builder's past projects, talk to residents there. Visit the site multiple times, even unannounced. For CEL Apartments, if the 'null' RERA status is correct, that's a big warning sign. It's about due diligence, and sometimes, even after all that, you get unlucky. But don't lose hope completely, there are good projects out there.
This is a common issue with many new projects, unfortunately. My cousin booked in Anand Niketan, and after possession, discovered major seepage issues in the basement parking and even in one of the bedrooms. The builder kept delaying repairs for months. We ended up hiring an independent structural engineer to assess the damage. It cost a bomb, but at least we got a detailed report. My advice would be to get an independent inspection done if you suspect major flaws, rather than relying on the builder's internal team. It's an extra cost, but peace of mind is priceless.
Exactly! Document EVERYTHING. Every email, every call log, every picture of the crack or issue. If you have to go legal, this documentation is your strongest weapon. Also, if there's a warranty period mentioned in your agreement, make sure you raise all issues within that timeframe, in writing. Don't let them brush you off.
Toh kya karein phir? If maintenance doesn't listen and RWA takes time, we're just stuck with a faulty home? So helpless feeling.
Answering the previous question about maintenance/RWA: Yes, we tried with my friend's project. The maintenance team is usually under the builder for the first few years, so they're often reluctant to admit major flaws. RWA takes time to form and gain power. It's a long, uphill battle, honestly.
I feel you. My friend bought in Alaknanda a couple of years back, different builder, but similar issues. Cracks started appearing within months, and the society office just kept giving excuses. CEL Apartments ka sunke toh aur darr lag raha hai, I was actually considering a unit there. What about their 'null' status? Does that mean anything about their regulatory compliance?
Did you try complaining to their maintenance team or the RWA, if it's formed? Sometimes, collective pressure works better than individual complaints.
Builder promises are just eyewash, it seems. So frustrating!
Yes, about the RERA part someone asked earlier, CEL Apartments ka status 'null' dikha raha hai, which is a huge red flag. It means either they never registered, or their registration got revoked, or it's a very old project before RERA came into full effect. For new projects, 'null' is definitely not good. In today's Delhi market, where property prices are already so high, paying premium for such uncertainty is too risky. Always cross-check RERA for any project you consider.
Oh my god, this is exactly my biggest fear as a first-time buyer! CEL Apartments ki toh bahut hype thi. So many people said it was a good investment, but now hearing about cracks and ghost town facilities is really disheartening. Humara budget already stretched hai, upar se yeh hidden flaws ka darr. Is there even a way to check construction quality properly before possession? It feels like a lottery sometimes.
Lagta hai sab builders ek jaise hain, sirf paisa banana hai. Bahut bura hua aapke saath.
Sahi keh rahe ho. CEL Apartments ka builder ka track record kaisa hai? Did anyone check their RERA registration details properly for past projects? Usually, those give some indication.
Haan bhai, same here! Builder marketing mein toh sab gold plated dikhate hain, asliyat mein kuch aur hi nikalta hai. Bahut tension ho rahi hai.