I would like to announce (tentatively, and I'm hoping that by announcing this, it doesn't somehow mess with the order of the universe and bring us more woes) that the basement is back to its original state. Well, with the entire system of pipes moved up four inches and new concrete poured over the pipes. And new carpet in the theater room, because the carpet in there was used to replace carpet in the halls and bedrooms that got affected.
So... it looks the same as before, but let's hope the changes that were made mean that this never, ever happens again. Now comes the fun(?) part of putting everything back in the right place, wiping off things that got dusty (although everything was covered in plastic) and organizing our lives again. I can't believe it's been less than three weeks since the incident. It feels like we've been dealing with this for months. I'm excited to really relax in our house, and hopefully not have to worry every time we flush the toilet, do a load of wash, or take a shower.
And we've run into a dead end on the "get someone else to pay for this" project. After talking with a few trusted people, we decided that the best person to pursue would probably be the builder himself, or at least his liability insurance. Unfortunately, because the house was empty for three years, it's very unlikely that insurance would pay on the claim. We'll keep looking into it, but we're not betting on anything.
Friday, September 25, 2009
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Yea for the house being done and I hope hope hope the money thing works out in the long run. Some else has got to be held liable!!
It's been less than 3 weeks? Holy cow, every time I've thought of you and this whole disaster I've shuddered. I don't know how you've coped. And I don't get it - because it stood empty for 3 years, wouldn't that make the builder all the MORE liable, since clearly nobody else was in there messing with the plumbing? You win the patience-of-the-year award.
I'm sorry things have been so rough and crazy for you! We had a leaky pipe in our basement last week, but it wasn't anything like you had to deal with. But... it does look like you have a beautiful home! I am happy for you. I hope you are adjusting happily to the new neighborhood, despite the awful plumbing situation. I hope that someone else helps you pay for it!!
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