Pulte Homes construction defects Cases

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• Allegation: Pulte homes built in Florida (2008–2016) suffered from stucco cracking, delamination, and improper weep screed installation, leading to mold and wood rot.

• Outcome: Pulte agreed to a $78.7 million settlement, including:

• ~$64M for repairs,

• $10M for staff training and material improvements,

• $4.7M restitution for homeowner out-of-pocket expenses.

• Scope: Affected over 23,000 homes.

• Allegation: In the 390-unit Spring Isle townhome community, the HOA sued Pulte for exterior and roof defects.

• Legal Development: The Florida 5th DCA reversed a trial court dismissal based on statutes of repose, allowing many claims to proceed.

 • Allegation: Homeowners alleged violation of Civil Code §896, breach of contract/warranty for 13 homes.

• Legal Focus: Subrogation by Pulte’s insurer (St. Paul Mercury) against subcontractors over defense costs in the defect case.

• Outcome: Court of Appeal affirmed equitable subrogation award (total defense costs ~$193,000, divided among subcontractors).

  • Allegation: Construction defects in foundations, slabs, moisture intrusion, and cracking in two subdivisions.

• Legal Focus: Pulte sued its insurer (American Safety Indemnity) for defense coverage and punitive damages.

• Outcome: Pulte received ~$1.48 million in defense fees plus punitive damages from insurer.

           •   Allegation: Over 800 homeowners filed claims of “poor construction” in Del Webb community.

• Outcome: Arbitration committee awarded nearly $13.6 million: $7.9M damages + $5.7M in legal costs.

• Allegation: Alleged systemic stucco defects across 1,000+ homes in Sun City Summerlin retirement community.

• Outcome: Jury awarded $4 million in damages to 70 homeowners (largest construction defect verdict in Nevada).