Del Webb Reviews

Process began in November 2021. Entire process seemed to drag, hard to get any concrete answers to questions and or timelines. Cost of project went continually upward with no definitive end date. Folks were cordial enough, but pushy at times and unable and/or unwilling to share information regarding timeframes and costs. Once builder decided to move forward and complete home things were fast and furious from May 1, 2022 until closing on June 30, 2022. The mortgage process was painful at times and definitely lacked communication when the process demanded better and more frequent communication. It was apparent at times that we as buyers were not the first priority, it was moving the unit at all costs. The final figures were wrong after we had wire transferred funds for closing and we had to wire additional funds prior to closing at our expense. The closing was a two hour event when it should have been half of that as the final figures were still incorrect and needed to be changed while we sat at closing. We are very happy with the end product at this time, but have yet to move in, we do not expect any major issues. We are very satisfied with our construction manager and highly recommend him to all. We are excited about our new home and eagerly await our move in September to begin to explore and enjoy our retirement home in Florida. I am not trying to be critical, but it seems to me that a multi-billion dollar company and its' subsidiaries can do better moving forward. Thank you ... More

The home has ended up being of average to moderately above-average quality for the price paid in summer of 2021. Since the price was locked at contract-signing, but the house took another 10 months to build out and complete, the value went up, but only because of the general housing shortage amid unprecedented national consumer demand. Initial workmanship flaws and timely and accurate attention to professional-grade corrections were noticeably lacking throughout the build, and the timely response of middle and senior management to emerging and entrenched problems, even more-so. As ever in full-employment times, senior management was loathe to adjust their practices or pay-scales to the new realities at the boots-on-the-ground level, and quality, reputation, and employee retention suffered materially. I was down to the house, from Chicago, at least once a month throughout the build, and had a professional home inspector/photographer taking 80 photos every weekend, so that I could catch mistakes as they emerged, or the house quality and finished product timeliness would have suffered even more. I also had to play the game of delaying the closing 4x, to get the yet-to-be-fixed punch-list of problems whittled down to single digits BEFORE closing, after which the buyer's funds are in the seller's hands and the buyer's negotiating power is nil. The whole process was incessantly at a low grade of anxiety and aggravation, at times boiling up to true outrage and anger. Games-playing on contracted-for appliances, and Pulte trying to unilaterally recut the contract on such issues, was just one example. More than once, I had to call the City of Westfield's inspection team. Pulte's senior-management decision to outsource finishing work to local companies is a poor one (and a practice that is new in the past decade), and its quality and reputation have suffered accordingly, although I'm betting that senior management's bonuses and pay have not. My sister's Pulte Del Webb house in Boulder, CO, built 15 years ago, is of the highest quality, according to her & her contractor husband. She and her husband were shocked at the degradation in quality and professionalism of the current Del Webb "product," as of 2022. Senior management needs to adjust their attitude and approach, and stop trying to mint money today at the expense of their reputation and future sales. The boots-on-the-ground managers were doing their best, but pretty much with one hand tied behind their back in terms of proper funding, hierarchical support, or adequate employees for the challenges, and the results are telling. ... More

Generally very pleased but your follow-up to issues and punch list items is TERRIBLE!!!! This is the feeling among everyone I have met. Know you have many houses to build but PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THOSE OF US WHO HAVE COMPLETEDTHE PURCHASE PROCESS

Build took longer than expected. Several issues with the roof that need to be repaired after having a Home Inspection done. Was unhappy with the level of service I had from my original Project Manager Thomas, but I was happy with Anthony who help get the build finished and even came by to address some issues after I moved in to the home.

Overall quality of subcontractors work was below average, specifically painting and electrical

The sales experience wasn’t the best. My original sales person was transferred to another community and I was assigned another person to oversee the details after I had signed my contract. There was a lot that slipped through the cracks. As a former design center consultant for another builder, I thought the Design Center prices were on the high side with little flexibility to change things on my spec home that I KNEW could be changed. Been there done that AND Pulte could have done better! And when the sales department rushed me to close way earlier than expected it became a fiasco. Too bad, because I really love this community and home. You probably shouldn’t sent me any more surveys because I have way too much insider information to be answering these type of questions. ... More

Supplies were hard to come by during the pandemic and when they did arrive the building was rushed and corners cut. I’m still getting warranty work done after being here a month. Nobody knows what anybody else is doing and it is hard to get answers. Huge need to be more organized and on top of helping residents. Del Webb is only interested in selling as fast as possible. Yes my home is lovely and I’m glad to be here. Expect more issues than you imagined you would have.

Inflexible builder for a custom built home.

The building experience was pleasant, however after the walk thru seems like we were just pushed to the wayside. No follow thru and very hard to get things corrected.

Disappointed! Things were not completed by my closing date of March 18,2022 and they knew I had to close by that date. And I signed the contract on May 8,2021 !! Still waiting for completion and backordered Whirlpool appliances!!

Pulte as the rest of us and the world have been put in an unprecedented situation with COVID, shortage of skilled labor and supply chain issues. We will not mask the fact that there are issues.. Lack of ownership from sales to customer service could be addressed. Pulte uses the current world circumstances as a crutch.

The sales person, Jen, was awesome as well as the design team. They were most helpful in helping me make decisions about various items. My main problem with the entire process was the quality control of various vendors who worked on my home. Clearly, there was limited overseer of the build. If you are going to build here, live close to monitor it. I lived out of state so was not able to do so.

The paint was terrible, I think they used 1/2 water as it's like chalk that rubs off. The baseboards did not get sanded, just slapped paint on them. They are coming back to sand and paint. I love the size. But you get the surprise of putting your trash in the garage and not outside and then having to install a trash enclosure.

The project managers were awesome. Always able to answer questions and listened to our concerns. We appreciated being able to come and see the progress whenever we wanted.

The rush to close out by year’s end caused a lot of sub par workmanship. With so many homes currently under construction, quality control could be an issue. The company’s personnel are first rate but can’t keep up with the required fix up work and are at the mercy of their subcontractors. The subs are difficult to coordinate, not timely, come unannounced and most don’t speak English. There doesn’t seem to be any oversight of their work. The work is getting done but it has been a stressful experience.

In general we had a good building experience. Our sales person and design team did an outstanding job. Project completion was very delayed from the initial estimate. Also, we are still waiting on unresolved open issues that were noted shortly after closing.

Wooden structure is tend to vibrate after you move in, top floor is the worst.

Being a first time buyer of a new home, i am highly disappointed in the plumbing fixtures installed, very inexpensive and after 2 months already discoloring on the finish...they installed a very low end disposal, and we don't have hot water to the kitchen ( as it needs a comfort pump) this should have been taken care of by builder... we have pressure issues and hopefully all will be resolved, overall i would say the next buyer needs to be sure of what fixtures that are included in the purchase

You need to keep on top of the process.

While we understand supply chain issues, the lack of communication about said issues causing a three plus month delay in closing was difficult to deal with. Losing a project manager during the build added to our frustration. The quality is acceptable and most problems are addressed in a timely manner but I would not have expected quite so many issues in a new build. The staff has been very pleasant and conciliatory but clearly over booked as additional construction moves forward.

Working with Kristen Springer was the best part of buying our new home. Kristen is a real asset . She follows up and answers all questions. The actual process of working with sales was difficult and at times confusing.

The crown molding on the cabinets in the laundry room fell off two weeks after purchase - it just fell off! Also, the builder was unable to show us how to work the irrigation system - just didn't know. Houses are being built very rapidly in circumstances where there is difficulty with delivery of materials plus probably some tightness in finding construction labor. We are basically happy with our experience and our purchase, but it is clear the process is strained and perhaps being rushed.

Too much constrution at same time delaying home closings.

We were impressed with the model homes and our salesperson was awesome. The construction supervisors were awesome. However, the quality of the final product was very sloppy. Lots of paint splatters on the new floors and outside on concrete, cabinet trim not finished professionally, dishwasher that doesn't work, just general lack of attention to detail.

Outside finishing in connection with a/c unit, cable box, outlet, etc., must be improved, too much defecting that they are taken as standard finishing.