Homeowners accuse D.R. Horton of defective plumbing in Georgia homes

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 13:41 · Archive

Sixteen homeowners in Georgia are accusing D.R. Horton of selling houses with defective plumbing that began leaking years after purchase.

Sixteen homeowners in the Stonewood Creek subdivision near Dallas, Georgia, have filed a complaint with the American Arbitration Association on 22 December 2025 accusing D.R. Horton, one of the nation's biggest home builders, of selling them houses with defective plumbing systems. All the homes contain cross-linked polyethylene pipes manufactured by Uponor Inc.

The homeowners say the pipes began leaking approximately four years after they moved in. Matthew Ardis, who purchased his home in the subdivision in 2019, said he has repaired dozens of leaks. He described the damage as extensive, saying his home 'looks like Swiss cheese inside'. Ardis said D.R. Horton is responsible for the damage and stated the builder 'have the responsibility to provide me with a livable home'.

Other homeowners reported similar experiences. Rosemary Pastula said the situation has left her in constant anxiety, describing it as 'like a time bomb'. Yazmin Roman said the leaks have altered her daily routines, leaving her reluctant to leave home for fear of discovering further damage. The homeowners said the cost to repair the leaks have been significant, though specific repair figures were not detailed.

How it is being reported

• These homeowners claim company sold them homes with ‘defective pipes’Homeowners in Georgia are accusing D.R. Horton of selling houses with defective plumbing systems.WBAY · 5 Nov, 13:02
• These homeowners claim company sold them homes with ‘defective pipes’Homeowners in Georgia are accusing D.R. Horton of selling houses with defective plumbing systems.WSAW · 5 Nov, 13:02

In this story: D.R. Horton · Uponor Inc. · Matthew Ardis · Rosemary Pastula · Yazmin Roman · Stonewood Creek · Dallas, Georgia · Atlanta

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