Pulte Homes Reviews

I’ve dealt with many builders over the years of real estate investing. I have never had a builder sign on and submit legal documents signed and dated prior to the work actually being completed. On top of it, he was a straight jerk. You should fire Chad immediately before he costs you millions of dollars in legal fees.

Would not buy another Pulte Home.

If you are looking for House to live for long term do not buy home. Very starter home quality and never expect any after closing support. Appliances have few issues and warranty is just myth.very unethical sales and support methods. All over not recommended to pursue

Sales experience was poor, communication awful from the sales guy. Almost 2 months after closing we still have issues remaining that were present before or at closing. Having to fight to try and get things fixed. Quality of workmanship and materials used is terrible. Customer care not the best. Builders used our electric after we'd moved in, and Pulte are refusing to pay us for that. Would NOT recommend buying from Pulte at all, and certainly not at Hartford Terrace.

Multiple Delays, multiple craftsmanship issues, shady practices, rude people top down, design and mortgage divisions were incompetent liars that never answer phone or email.

1. The walls are thin - no privacy . 2. Built in trash tray tilts. 3. Gap between kitchen cabinets. 4. Marsh beside house after every drizzle or rain. Entry into the backyard from outside is not possible/accessible. 5. Debris sticks to kitchen sink - will not flow toward the drain. 6. Garage door is extremely loud. 7. Six Lights/lightbulbs designed for longevity have gone out within 30 days. 8. Secondary master shower door drips when open 9. Garage niche looks like an error in design. 10. Utility closet has no shelves nor hanging rod. What am I supposed to do? Stack to the ceiling? 11. Guidance with setting up doorbell and front door lock would have been helpful. 12. Door to secondary master bath opens awardly. 13. For the price, a light in both pantries would have been helpful. 14. Why were towel bars placed above the toilets? 15. For the price, no ceiling fans? This is Texas! 16. When one exits a vehicle in the driveway, he/she steps right onto grass. 17. Drafty windows. 18. During rainfall, I have TWO waterfalls at my entryway. ... More

I closed on my new home on October 28, and I have yet to enjoy it. For a new construction, the number and severity of issues is absolutely unbelievable. The water heater has failed twice since closing. Because of this, my family and I have had to pay out of pocket to stay in a hotel for nearly two weeks, while waiting for repairs. I am now scheduled for a technician to come out on Friday, which will make it a full two weeks without hot water. No new homeowner—especially in a brand-new home—should ever experience this. Getting help has been extremely difficult. I had to chase the warranty department for responses and ultimately involve PWSC mediation just to receive assistance and proper communication with Pulte. During renovations, we discovered a bottle containing urine sealed behind the drywall, something I never imagined finding in a new home. We also found moldy, rotten lumber under the stairs. These issues were not visible during walkthroughs and were only discovered because we were able to get behind the drywall and see the actual workmanship. This has completely destroyed any sense of trust. If this is what was found where we could see, it raises serious concerns about what else may be hidden behind the walls. I am deeply concerned about my family’s health and safety, including the risk of breathing in mold and mildew circulating through the home. There are also electrical issues—every time I vacuum, the lights flicker, which strongly suggests faulty wiring and substandard construction. Overall, this home feels rushed and poorly built, with little regard for quality or safety. I was informed this was the construction manager’s last home before leaving for another company, and unfortunately, it shows. Based on my experience, I would strongly advise others not to purchase a home with Pulte. A new construction should provide peace of mind—not hotel bills, health concerns, and constant battles just to get basic living conditions restored. ... More

Failed promise, lies, disappointments - This is what our experience and Pulte ruined our happiness and Thanksgiving. We were lied outright and if Pulte representative doesn't stand to what he said and outright changes his words then how does it build trust, never ever had this kind of bad experience with any other builder we worked with in the past. Never ever buying another Pulte built home and will ensure to share my experience and feedback to every person I know and meet and in every platform possible.

Lots of promises up front before closing that issues would be resolved. Painters came three times since closing yet quality of work and products are extremely subpar. We have not complained again because we feel it will be more of the same. Expectations have not been met and there seems to be little interest in engaging us to check in. Every door in our home has issues and all door handles are poor quality. We have given up and most community members (according to what we hear in the chat group) are unhappy. We will not buy from Pulte ever again!

Our primary concern is the poor build quality and finishing of our new home. Many issues we reported before closing were only temporarily fixed, and several patches have already come apart, with no response from the construction manager on the items they agreed to address after closing. In addition, we were disappointed by the misinformation from the sales manage - such as being told no price adjustments were given to buyers after a base price reduction, while we later learned that other residents did receive blinds or small adjustments. Overall, the way both the construction and sales teams handled our concerns during the closing process left us dissatisfied. ... More

No quality at all

1.The only builder that wants to save money by not doing the grading properly. 2.Does not care about defects, if it's not identified before closing, you have to live with it. 3.Has a contractor who does not even know how to install garage weather seal properly(light is clearly visible inside garage and cold air is seeping). 4.Does not want to fix the main door frame crack even though it was identified before closing. 5.Flooring installation was not done properly, bulges in the floor from day one. 6.Doorbell camera was another joke, they installed it blocking access to storm door. 7.Basement floor cracks are everywhere (not talking about controlled cracks) ... More

I gave all the information of problem including contacts I was asked to provide . You never contacted them and I was promised that a solution would be provided by this werkend. Where is the solution.

Floor is not well maid kitchen counter top is not level 2 floor make noise when you walk cheap quality of work that's my experience

Service during the search and sale was typical; so, no need to review Pulte home buying. What really matters is service after the sale and what a one-year warranty really means. Like Gen Z says, "Pictures or it didn't happen!" Since uploads are not allowed on this site, I direct you to Google reviews wherein pictures are posted. (You're welcome!) Cabinets in both bathrooms must have been damaged during install, but instead of REPLACING them, notice the pictures where the patchwork is blatantly obvious, giving the cabinets a "previously used" look. what an aesthetic for a "new build" home. Trim around bathroom where the surround meets the basin is already separating - can't wait to see the bathroom turn into a science lab for mold/mildew. The shower faucet spins around as if attached to nothing - which also means it is not properly sealed (providing yet another science lab location to study the growth rate of mold/mildew). Ring doorbell was installed prior to move-in but was not connected to the existing chime box properly. When the ring doorbell was rung, the person on the porch could hear it, but no one inside could. And the existing chime box buzzed incessantly for days before it smoked out the house with a melting plastic smell. And the Ring doorbell STILL does NOT ring inside the house. Had to program the Alexa device to announce when someone is at the door. Wait, there's more.... Brand new microwave that was installed had a warped keypad and the door must have separation between the two glasses because there is a bubble-looking spot that cannot be cleaned or deflated from either the exterior or the interior. (The sales rep who helped with the sale, explained it that way.). So, the "buck got passed" to GE warranty. Except that the microwave was manufactured in 2023, and no way of knowing when it was originally purchased. It's probable that Pulte buys appliances in bulk and stores them before install. GE wouldn't warranty the microwave. Pulte finally replaced it but did so begrudgingly, and only after multiple complaints. (Still haven't quite figured out the pattern of how many complaints must be lodged or by what methods, to enact action from Pulte to fix their work.) Wait! There's more.... After utilizing multiple methods of communication with Pulte people (verbally in person to our "assigned" account rep, Emanuel; via email to Emanuel and the New Mexico Pulte group mailbox; via a message on the office phone voicemail; and finally, via a website portal - the link which was provided in an automated reply email), we were finally scheduled to have the bathroom caulking where the shower surround meets the basin, re-caulked (wait for it...).... only to have the "crew" perform a standard "no-show" act. Further conversation with another Pulte rep (Hope), and we have a new tentative appointment. I say tentative because that is what we have come to expect from Pulte. This whole fiasco has become a game of sorts - us trying to get what was promised during the sale, and them trying to wait out the warranty term in an obvious attempt to avoid acknowledging their poor workmanship and sketch sales practices. As if no one will notice the stunning pace their "new build" homes go up for re-sale. (Looks like we are not the only ones with buyer's remorse.) When Pulte sales diminish further, perhaps the company will pause to consider the errors of their business practices. Six plus weeks out, still waiting on the replacement cabinets for the bathrooms. ... More

DO NOT BUY A PULTE HOME!!!!!! We have been in this house for 2 months and it’s been horrible. We have had a gas leak. We have doors won’t close properly and hinges that pop and crack, flooring on first floor getting repaired/replaced for the second time, and major crack in the foundation. I wish I would have never bought this nightmare!!!!

Bad ! Will not buy again with Pulte.

Our experience with this builder was deeply disappointing and far from what you’d expect when investing over $1 million in a new home. From construction quality to customer service and even the finance department, the process was riddled with issues and unmet expectations. The quality of workmanship and materials used was well below standard. There were multiple unfinished and sloppy details throughout the home: stair railings weren’t properly sanded or painted, several windows were installed with deep scratches, and the trim and baseboards had poorly done paint jobs—many areas chipped within weeks. These aren’t small details; they speak to a lack of care and quality control. When mistakes happened during construction, the builder routinely chose the cheapest, least effective fix rather than doing things right. For example, a large hole was put in the bottom corner of our bathroom door, and instead of replacing it, they patched it—on a brand new home. At this price point, that’s unacceptable. The lack of trustworthiness among certain trades and the absence of accountability only added to our frustration. To make matters worse, the finance department was completely unorganized. Just one day before our scheduled closing, we were told not to come because they were missing critical documents—something they should have known well in advance. This pushed our closing back over two weeks, forcing us to live out of boxes with two small children and no clear answers. Despite repeated calls and emails for updates, we were met with silence. No communication, no ownership, just stress. All in all, this was not the homebuying experience we expected or deserved. For the price we paid, we anticipated quality materials, professional service, and a builder that stands behind their work. Unfortunately, we received none of those things. ... More

We have had nothing but issues with this home, and construction managers who say something will get repaired and then it either doesn’t or takes forever. From the craftsmanship to the Pulte Mortage people rushing us through every step. I couldn’t be more disappointed with a million dollar + transaction. I would never buy another home through Pulte again.

The entire experience has been nothing short of horrible. From the very beginning, I was overpromised and underdelivered. Prior to closing, I identified a list of issues that I was assured would be taken care of either before or shortly after closing. Instead, I had to constantly follow up just to get basic items addressed. The workmanship was extremely poor—baseboards were coming off, carpet threads were loose, and the paint job was blotchy and careless. I opened a ticket for the HVAC system because the AC unit was noisy and had condensation on it, only to be told the noise was “within threshold.” After pushing for months, the HVAC company finally came out (three months after closing) and confirmed I was right: the connection wasn’t done properly, and the system was overpowered, which caused the intense noise. The same thing happened with the carpet. I raised concerns that it was not stretched or tucked properly, but I was told it was “within tolerance.” A few months later, there’s now a bald spot at the top of my stairs—exactly what I warned them about. Every time I raise a valid concern, I feel gaslit and dismissed, as if customer satisfaction and quality mean nothing compared to rushing homes out the door. The worst discovery came when I replaced one of the builder’s basic toilets. Upon removing the baseboard in the master shower, I found mold. I immediately filed a ticket, and while this was the one issue they acted on quickly (within a week), the fact that it existed at all was alarming. After much insistence, they finally conducted a proper inspection and had to tear down the entire wall in the master, remove moldy boards, and rebuild. While there was no active leak at that point, it’s clear there must have been one during construction that was never disclosed or handled properly. This was my very first home purchase, and instead of being an exciting milestone, it has been the worst experience of my life. I would strongly recommend avoiding this builder. Go with a smaller contractor who values quality, accountability, and customer service—because this company clearly does not. ... More

The experience with Pulte was and continues to be horrible! They are unresponsive and do not follow up on issues! I would never ever buy another Pulte home!

Pulte makes the buying experience difficult and unnecessarily stressful. Lack of full motivation of win-win.

Beware of sales they get involved with closing in a bad way

Pulte refused to address the noisy air return unit that it installed in the primary living room, shifting the responsibility and costs for addressing the issue to me. Too bad for Pulte's reputation.

First, they force you to use their mortgage company and then they sell your mortgage before the first payment is due to a company you never heard of. Second, they sell craftsmanship. We have made 12 work orders on a brand new house. From no remote to a fireplace to stairs that are stained 2 different colors. Third, it takes weeks for them to get back to you and another 2 weeks for it to repaired. Fourth, we had 3 different contractors building the house in 10 months. Who left, who got fired. In regards to the financial side your always dealing with different people, to much turn over with the employees. ... More