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Bowden Development, Inc. specializes in single family residential development. Projects include custom homes and multi unit Tracts.
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- Zhi Z.Arcadia, CA253Jan 8, 2020
I bought brand new 5800 sqft house build by Bowden 3/2018, and my plumbing main line split cause big water leaking at 1/2020, because they are using plastic plumbing to your main line connection, and they put it under concrete, if you want repair it or replace it, you need break your concrete. On the ground they use brass to deceive you, but everything they put underground is plastic.
They also bad installation for my gutters, dislocation lock, before you buy a house, make sure you know who build it.Helpful 3Thanks 2Love this 1Oh no 0 - Leonard T.Monrovia, CA862Jul 8, 2020
Purchased a PUD from Bowden and has been a proud owner since 2007. Really impressed with the build quality and craftsmanship. Also love the floor plan layout and the builder really maximize all useable area! If you ever shopping for a new home check them out first!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1 - Paul S.Santa Monica, CA012Jun 12, 2018
They are the worst builders around. I would never want to have anything to do with them.
I had a piece of land in Duarte that I wanted to be developed. I shopped around for the best builder for my property. They were the highest priced ones.
I hired another builder to do the construction. They interfered with my permits every step of the way, even though they had nothing to do with the project. Fred Bowden and Todd Bowden are the biggest crooks around.Helpful 4Thanks 1Love this 0Oh no 0 - Izzy S.Monrovia, CA726813Apr 29, 2009First to Review
So.... If one ever is in the market to buy a house - make sure you know who built it - cuz otherwise, your house could start falling a part. So much has gone wrong with this house - but I'll only get into a few.
We bought a brand new house built by Bowden in 99'. It rained a lot that year - and within' a first few months - the roof leaked like crazy. Water streaks all over the place - which they fixed because there was a warranty. After they fixed it, it happened again the second year and this time they blamed it on pigeon poop, which could be true (not a pro here).
Holes started appearing in the bathroom behind the bathtub wall/tiles - huge 4X4X1ft holes in the walls. How did I discover? I slipped on a bar of soap, fell backwards and put a whole in the wall- then realized it was just some thin dirt with tiles attached it it. I stuck a long knitting needle into the whole - which was one foot deep and the other side was the outside of the house. I suppose I couldn't fall 'out'. This led to the discovery of the hollow 'holes' forming in the other bath rooms. Do you know their explanation for us? "You guys are taking too many showers." I swear on my mother's grave - that's what they said. Are you effin kidding me??? My response was - if it's happening to one bathroom it could be our fault, but it's happening to two bathrooms, possibly three....
This house also has cracks inside and outside of the house....among other things.
This house is part of a small complex. As far as I am concerned, one or two neighbors have had similar issues. Is it important to find out who built your house? I believe so. To the best of my knowledge - 3/7 homes had issues... so take your chances?
Ten years later, I find out that homeowners of similar situations have filed class action lawsuits against construction companies. It's too late for us now - but if it happens to you, keep that in mind.Helpful 7Thanks 2Love this 1Oh no 0 - Anna P.Charlotte, NC345265257Apr 18, 2011
I'm just telling the truth here and just finished another HOA meeting about our community homes in Monrovia built by Bowden. We have no doubt about the good layout of their houses. However the material they used has so much problem that I started have problem shortly I moved into a brand new home they built. The plumbing was the biggest problem, then the roof and the outer wall of the houses. Many are falling apart now. We are still looking for remedies.
Helpful 5Thanks 2Love this 1Oh no 0 - Claire F.Los Angeles, CA074Oct 6, 2014
My first home purchase was a PUD built by Bowden Development. After touring several developments in the San Gabriel Valley I came across a project from Bowden and was immediately drawn to the quality of craftsmanship and functionality of the floorplans/layout their homes offered. From the landscaped grounds to the various uses of tiles, light fixtures and floorings - Bowden knows how to deliver a product that is superior to the rest! I have been very pleased with my purchase and will definitely recommend projects from Bowden to anyone looking for a new home!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Cap N.Pasadena, CA011Oct 9, 2014
Words are simply not enough to describe our experience with the Bowden building process. As this is merely our first experience with a new construction, we did not know precisely what to expect. But it all turned out to be the best experience any homeowner could have ever hoped for. From the initial contract, through design and construction, everyone we met has been exceptional and the result, beyond our expectation. We, now, have a beautiful home that exceeds our imagination. We are grateful to all those involved in helping us realize our dream home!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Amanda A.Los Angeles, CA068Oct 8, 2014
Bowden Development demonstrates the utmost care and efficiency when constructing homes. Their company has excellent contractors, architects and subcontractors who are top of the line skilled professionals. With decades of experience, Bowden Development has established themselves to be one of the premier builders. I will recommend them to anyone looking to build or remodel their home!
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