Felida’s Million-Dollar Nightmare: Parade Home Sinking Into Disaster! 🤯
In the prestigious Felida, WA neighborhood, a high-end custom home—once showcased as a pinnacle of luxury—has turned into a catastrophe. Built by a custom home builder known for their participation in the 2013 Clark County Parade of Homes, this property was meant to be a dream. Instead, it has become a nightmare of structural failure, financial losses, and legal battles.
The builder (to be kept nameless) made their mark in Clark County’s custom home market, by earning a spot in the Parade of Homes presented by HomeStreet Bank. Their showcase included three homes in the upscale Bella Ridge development in Felida, setting a high standard for craftsmanship—or so it seemed.
The Catastrophe Unfolds
Behind the polished image, public records tell a different story. This particular parade home, is now literally sinking into the ground. And you wouldn’t believe the aftermath. We walked through the home and everything we saw made our jaws drop.
Cracks tearing through drywall corners and ceilings.
Tiles cracking and popping out.
Plumbing failures and leaks in bathrooms.
Mold and rot creeping into the structure.
The Structural instability had threatened the integrity of the entire home.
We were asked to fix a few cracks and replace some flooring, but the real issue was not even understood in the moment.
What was once a prestigious showcase home is now a structural hazard, leaving homeowners with an uninhabitable, deteriorating property—a stark contrast to the luxury promised by its builders.
A Foundation in Crisis
To salvage the sinking home, drastic measures were needed. Public permits detail a voluntary foundation repair project, utilizing a process called underpinning.
What is underpinning?
Underpinning is a structural reinforcement process used when a building’s foundation is failing. It involves digging beneath the existing foundation and strengthening it with new support elements, such as concrete piers or steel piles, to stabilize and prevent further settlement. This is typically a last resort solution, often required when soil conditions were not properly accounted for during construction.
Who Pays the Price?
The cost of underpinning and foundation repair can easily soar into six figures, depending on the severity of the damage. In cases like this, where plumbing failures and mold infestations are involved, the total cost of repairs could exceed the original price of the home itself. Battles with insurance underwriters for what feels like years.
But here’s the gut- punch, jaw-dropper that’ll knock you clean off your feet and keep your head spinning—allegedly the builder didn’t just botch the job, they shut down their license, packed their bags, and skipped town, leaving homeowners with a sinking house and not a soul to answer for it.
What Went Wrong?
While the full investigation is ongoing, several red flags suggest potential negligence in the original construction:
• Soil analysis & preparation issues – Was the land properly tested before construction?
• Foundation design flaws – Did the builder cut corners in structural planning?
• Waterproofing failures – Plumbing leaks contributed to rot and instability, but were proper materials and methods used?
This case raises serious concerns not only about the builders quality control but also about the Clark County home inspection process. How did a home built in a high-end development, featured in a prestigious home showcase, end up sinking within years?
A Warning for Homeowners
For anyone looking to invest in a custom-built home, this case is a stark warning.
Always verify builder credentials and track records.
Request soil testing and foundation engineering reports.
Hire independent inspectors—don’t rely solely on county approvals.
The fate of this Felida home serves as a cautionary tale—a stark reminder that even the most luxurious homes can crumble without a solid foundation. The builder decided he would not take responsibility, homeowners will be left footing the bill and fighting insurance, hello to new premiums.
What Do You Need RIGHT NOW?!
•Early Problem Detection with Thermal Imaging: Pine State uses infrared thermal imaging during inspections to spot issues invisible to the naked eye. Hidden moisture behind walls, plumbing leaks under the foundation, missing insulation – these are problems a thermal camera can reveal in minutes . By detecting warning signs of water leaks in your foundation, walls, attics, or other hard-to-see spaces , Pine State can address them before they escalate into major damage. This means you won’t be caught by surprise later, and you can tackle repairs proactively.