Southern Development Homes

I Regret This Purchase Every Single Day!

I don’t even know where to begin. Buying a home from Southern Development has been one of the most disappointing, disheartening experiences of my life. What was supposed to be a fresh start in a brand-new home has turned into a constant source of stress, frustration, and regret.

I should have known something was wrong when the house wasn’t even finished at closing. I was assured that everything would be taken care of quickly, but here I am, a month later, still waiting. And every single day, I find something else wrong.

On day five, the water heater failed. Five days in, and I had no hot water. That alone should have been a red flag, but it was only the beginning.

The electrical work is faulty throughout the house. The refrigerator trips the breaker constantly. I never know if I’ll wake up to spoiled food. If something as basic as the wiring is unreliable, I shudder to think what else is hidden behind the walls.

The primary bathroom is unfinished. Not only was it never completed, but now there’s water damage from the unfinished shower surround. I worry about what’s happening beneath the surface—water damage this early means long-term problems down the road.

The craftsmanship is nowhere near the quality expected for the cost of this home. The price I paid does not reflect the poor workmanship—sloppy construction, careless finishing, and corners cut everywhere I look. I paid for a well-built home, and instead, I’m left with a rushed, incomplete mess.

The exterior is just as bad. The landscaping is incomplete, the house hasn’t been power washed, and the driveway and walkways are so muddy that anyone coming inside tracks dirt everywhere. Keeping the house clean is impossible—it feels like I’m living in a construction site rather than a finished home.

What makes all of this even more infuriating is that the houses directly next to mine—built by the same company—are being completed, while mine remains unfinished. Their yards are fully landscaped with sod, their homes have been power washed and cleaned, and their driveways and walkways are pristine. Meanwhile, I’m left with mud, mess, and incomplete work.

And on top of everything, any work that needs to be done requires me to be home. That means I have to continuously take time off work just to let their crews in to fix the mistakes they never should have made in the first place. The financial and emotional burden of this house just keeps growing.

I can’t even put into words how disheartening this experience has been. Every time I walk through the door, instead of feeling excited or at peace, I feel nothing but regret. This house was supposed to be my home, but instead, it feels like a mistake I can’t undo.

If I could go back in time, I would walk away. I would never buy from Southern Development again, and I urge anyone considering it to think twice. Once they have your money, you’re on your own. And if my experience is anything to go by, you’ll be left with a house that feels unfinished, neglected, and completely overwhelming.

I regret this purchase every single day, buyer beware.

"I have had the pleasure of working with Frank and Charlie from Southern Development for years, and I consistently find their professionalism and reliability to be top-notch. They have played a pivotal role in creating some of the area's most exceptional communities, and their commitment to delivering quality homes for local families is truly commendable. Their dedication to following through on their promises and maintaining high standards in their operations is exemplary. I have nothing but great things to say about how Southern Development runs their business."

Always nice when our clients get to work with such fine folks at Southern Development. Sales team is very responsive and knowledgeable about the various communities in which they are building. They build a beautiful home.