Help! rehab delayed 4 months already

[Amy Hu]

Our contractor was doing well with our SFH. So we continued to use her for our apartment building rehab. The contract sets 180 days for completion. Things seemed to go well at first then started to slow down due to utility problems. It's been almost 4 months past the expected completion date. Still not finished! We're told another month is needed!

How long does it usually take to get all utilities set? (inspection, meter etc for electricity, gas, water) 

I can't believe 5 months delay for this project when we were told it's 6 months' renovation. What shall I do? Help.  Thanks

[Nicole Pettis]

@Amy Hu if I understand correctly, the apartment buildings are taking 10 months so far for completion?

However being that you are the owner, aren't you the one that sets those appointments up for utilities? If so, I would follow up with the utility companies and see if everything is on. If they are, then I would let your contractor know that she has 2 days to get back in there working, if not, she will be fired. Then just move on.

What I have learned is you have to be pro-active with the contractors otherwise they will take advantage. If they don't show up for 2 days straight, then start looking for someone else. Time is money as you know. 

Good luck!