You should see the sheetrock they used for those walls. I think Discovery purposely buys damaged materials to use on their homes. Just pull off those wall boards and take a look at what's under there, not even prepped or finished or reaching the floor. Their paint and texture comes off with water, i.e., the sheetrock just dissolves it is such a crappy product. If you get any moisture on their upgraded (cough, cough) wallboards that you pay extra for, it is ruined because they didn't prep or paint them on both sides. They will be the first to tell you that when you put in your call. It doesn't matter, that Discovery $10.00 NON-SKILLED workers were responsible for the water damage in the first when they left that tile cookie in my master shower causing a flood when I turned the shower on the first time. I can't believe how awful the shower and all of the bath and tub fixtures are. They just fall apart or don't work. Half the screws are missing because none of the stuff was installed with care because Discovery's workers hate Discovery just as much as their customers do. Exterior stucco is so crappy and will completely need to be redone in about three years as well. It is very thin stucco compared to their older homes. Half of the 2x4 lumber they use for the trim around the home has cracks, big holes or some other damage to it. Wood they used for my fence, the posts were rotten like they had been eaten by termites before the fence was even constructed. I have to spend 5K on a new fence and I"ve already spent a lot repairing this one that fell down the day I moved in. Tile cracked in second bathroom underneath toilet and all the way to the hallway door due to poor installation. Have never been able to use my master shower because of the crappy job they did on the master shower and bath. Lots of problems with toilets and hot water heater. Just sell your home and get out or you will be stuck there feeding a never ending money pit. The carpet beyond sucks, it all fell apart and turned into rice. They don't put any transition boards in so you get nails stuck in your feet too. Just a ghetto job charging unsuspecting buyers a fortune for damaged goods. I can't believe probably 75% of my home has imperfection in every piece used to construct it with. STAY AWAY FROM THESE RIP OFF. SEENO OR SEECON OR ALTEC is the same Company. BUYER BEWARE. Not even the Lender I had will have anything to do with them any more. Losers. Don't bother with customer service, they cause more damage than there already was before. We have a big class action going in Black Diamond Ranch. I'm not in it but I'm thinking about it. I'm in legal for a living. last thing I want to do is to be involved in a lawsuit in my personal time but these houses just fall apart. They look nice until you live in them. I can't believe these homes pass inspection. I don't understand why these and particularly this developer is not policed by the City and County better. He is a known crook and environmental offender. He just had a RADIOACTIVE leak yesterday in Antioch and they had to close down the James Donlon/Contra Loma to deal with it. Why is he even using radioactive materials in our area????? This is why I hate Antioch. Yes, their design center is highway robbery. I spent 50K I don't think I got most of the stuff I picked out, I definitely didn't get the cabinets I picked out, I got some cheap piece of crap that isn't even real wood after I paid for real wood. If that gets any moisture on it too, it is also toast. You should be able to wipe a cabinet down. You can find any of their Design Center options for 75% less anywhere else. I wish I could give these guys negative 5 and see them out of business permanently. They ruin people's lives. I'm sure you'll find them on ripoff.com. read more

My girlfriend and I are new home-buyers who recently paid a visit to Ovation, one of Discovery's communities, in Fairfield. The houses are all really nice, both in layout and build quality. They have a lot of optional features/rooms/configurations that should satisfy anyone's needs. In particular, a number of the models (can't remember which ones, but I believe it was the last two) also featured lofts upstairs and long conjoined den-dining-room-kitchens that we really liked (we often host large groups of friends over at our apartment so this was perfect for us). Also the sales manager there, Solita, was just the most wonderful person. She was kind enough to walk us newcomers through the first few steps toward owning our new home. In less than 15 minutes, she and her lender, Spencer, were able to run a prequalification for us. We were a bit shy about doing one at first, as we were worried that we would be embarrassed by the result (we're not poor by any means, but we certainly didn't think we were financially secure enough to take out a home loan), but we were totally and pleasantly surprised by what we were able to qualify for! - and I'm sure that you would be too. We definitely intend to return once we've done some more thinking and planning but we are absolutely relieved to be aware of all of our options :) read more

What a horrific experience all-around. My wife and I went to an open house and actually liked the house and location. The agent/listing broker (Hendrik) refused to have our agent work with us (as they try and take advantage of you and all buyers on their builder contract). In theory, they want you to forfeit your deposit and draft the agreement to ensure that happens. They also work with a preferred lender, which they make you pre-qual with and will not let you use your own broker. My biggest complaint is how unprofessional Hendrik is/was and that's pretty evident by the reviews. He would also change his story and made our experience a horrific one. I caution all buyers to either choose another broker at Discovery Homes or use your own broker and lender to ensure somebody is watching out for your own interest. It's also important to mention they have a F score with the BBB, and had a disgruntled customer screaming at them during the open house. We've purchased new homes with Toll Brothers, Kenmark and never experienced such misleading and outright unethical behaviour. Just one word....BEWARE... If you proceed have a real estate attorney review the builder agreement and DO NOT TRUST what they say - as the reviews on BBB, Yelp and other forums are not good. read more

It's unfortunate that 1 star is lowest rating available. The homes look nice - but if you're in construction like I'am, you can see the poor workmanship and quality of materials. I went to the Lafayette open house, and wanted to check the reviews. Honestly, I wasn't surprised, and I was able to convince my friend from not buying. I've heard horror stores from other colleagues, where they will take your desposit, they never follow through on service orders, major repairs etc.. I haven't seen other homes - but I have seen 3 of the 4 homes in Lafayette, and they were done with very poor quality and the CHEAPEST materials. I meet this Hendrik at the open house, and he's definitely a character. As the broker, he was unable to answer any questions about the property (and we're talking basic information).. I could see the concern of "ethics" as he disclosed the price of a pending deal which is a major violation for the California Association of Realtors. Folks, everyone wants a new house....there is a reason why these have been on the market for quite a while with no takers. Please be cautious - as these guys are career criminals in taking advantage of first time buyers. read more

Navigating the current real estate landscape can be quite challenging, but Discovery Home has proven to be a reliable option, offering new homes in prime locations at reasonable prices. My experience with Jennifer, the sales representative in Cadence, was truly enjoyable. She not only exuded friendliness and professionalism but also provided recommendations with the client's perspective in mind. Jennifer diligently followed the process through to the closing, ensuring a seamless experience. What sets Discovery Home apart is their dedicated team of professionals who offer robust support to clients. From the solar manager, Carrie, to the customer representative, Betsy, and the site technical support, Wesley--I've had the pleasure of working with each of them. Their quick responses to inquiries and effective problem-solving have made the entire journey satisfying. It's reassuring to know that there's a dependable group of individuals whom you can count on throughout the process. Overall, my experience with Discovery Home has been positive, thanks to their prime locations, reasonable prices, and the exceptional team of individuals who prioritize client satisfaction. read more

I purchased a new home in Bellagio San Marco in mid December 2016 and I am pleased to say that the transaction was smooth and painless and life in the new home has so far been a dream. Many thanks to their sales representatives Kathy Tan and Lisa Johnson for their sales pitch on the community and their attentiveness. I would also like to give kudos to their field representative Paul Dockal. Kathy and Lisa were always very polite, cheerful and professional and quick to respond to any concerns that I may have had along the way. Paul has always made himself readily available to address my concerns in person regardless of how minor they may have seemed. Customer service has been prompt to address and resolve all issues that have arisen since the purchase all of which have been fairly minor. The only issue I have is that it gets extremely windy out here but I have already gotten used to roar of the wind which at times can be quite loud. I searched the East Bay long and hard before making this purchase and could not get the same value for my money elsewhere. I would recommend this builder and community to anyone in the market for a new home. No buyer's remorse here! read more

Unfortunately, Yelp can't go lower than 1 Star, hence the 1 Star. I recently visited the Discovery Homes property at Evergreen in Lafayette and have never seen such an unprofessional team. The listing agent Hendrik Lesterhuis is by far the rudest and most unprofessional broker I have ever spoken to. After reviewing the Yelp reviews, this further validated what an unethical and shady operation Discovery Homes is running. Even other brokers and their preferred lender spoke negatively about Hendrik, which makes you wonder if you can trust the builders quality, their promises etc. Discovery Homes is in the business of building homes, but more pertinently to get your deposit. Their builder contract is geared to do that, and according to the BBB and other forums they purposely delay projects to take your deposit hostage. Be careful with this builder and DO NOT WORK WITH HENDRIK. It's amazing the leadership team at Discovery still has him employed after all the horror stories I've read and hear. read more

It took my family quite some time to pick the perfect home. Working with Courtney at Avondale North Village was a pleasant experience. She was extremely patient with us and did everything in her power to turn our dream into reality. What we appreciated most is she never came off as someone just trying to make a sale. I'm sure it must have seemed as though we just liked looking at new homes with no real intent to purchase. However, she consistently treated us with warm smiles and zero pressure. It was as though she knew we (I) was just slow to make a decision; but we would and we did! Courtney, don't change a thing with your methods of moving properties. The way you were with us was exactly what it took to get a commitment to purchase. For anyone looking to purchase a new home through Discovery Homes and wishes to be treated like family and not just a customer, we highly recommend you seek out Courtney to help you realize this dream. Thank you, Bass' read more

WoW... I thought there would be some feedback here, didn't think it was exactly what we went through. THANK YOU YELP!!! Ironically, I worked with the same broker Hendrik who was worse than a used car salesman. When we initially spoke over the phone he was very passive aggressive. As we very interested in the house, I continued the dialogue. After a few calls, he mislead us throughout the process and I'm honestly shocked how this guy is actually still employed after such horrific feedback. His own team at the open house said his own team had no respect for him and the CEO Bob has no idea how bad he was with clients. After reading the Yelp and BBB reviews - we decided not to move forward. I'm an attorney and their builder agreement literally strips every right you have under the CRA contract. As I read below, I would caution all buyers and more pertinently new and first time home buyers as their agreement is truly a trap. read more

Hello, typically you see customers or patrons leaving reviews on yelp, but I feel compelled to let you know about the great team I work with. I'm a sales agent at Seeno's Discovery Homes and we have a group of very talented individuals that I have the privilege to work with--they are all success oriented and well educated in all aspects of real estate and particularly the benefits of buying a new home! The thing that sets our team apart is that we go the extra mile to ensure a positive experience for every client all the way from application to move in. Seeno Homes is a mature company that has been around for many years, we really care about our customers and do whats right for them. Please stop in and ask for Patricia and I will show you our great lineup of available homes. Thanks I really appreciate this opportunity to tell you a bit about my company and team! Patricia McCloud read more

I was looking for a new home in the Pittsburg area. I had saw that Discovery Homes had a new development called Bellagio at San Marco. The second I stepped foot in their sales office I was welcomed with kindness and great personalities. Both the sales women, Kathy and Lisa, were great. They helped me have a smooth transition into my new home. Any questions I had during the process they answered, even if they didn't have the information right away they always made it a priority to get it figured out for me. Even after I had moved in, they have been great with helping me out. If you're looking for new homes in Pittsburg check out Bellagio and their great sales team. read more

Working with Owen Nelson was a great experience for us. We were referred to Owen as his company was a preferred lender for the builder of our house and we were not satisfied with any of the other providers we had worked with previously. Owen and his team were knowledgeable, professional and responsive. He also provided multiple options that could solve our challenging situation. We had many hurdles to overcome as my profession restricts which banks I can obtain a mortgage from. Owen and his team provided great solutions at every hurdle. Owen even stopped by the house on moving day to congratulate us. We would highly recommend Owen and his team. read more

This is the second home my wife and i purchased with Seeno homes and their staff is amazing. Every last one of them Jen, Lois, Holly and Nathan are a SUPER TEAM. Our most recent purchase, We worked with Jen as our main point of contact and facilitor and she is amazing. Jen helped my husband and I through selling our house and buying another one. She worked with us for almost a year until we finally decided to buy. She communicated with us often and was supportive. After Jen left to another property, Lois stepped in and took over to ensure a smooth transition for my family. Although Jen was away, she came to support us through our walkthrough. read more

Kudos to the exceptional team at Discovery Homes in Liberty II, led by Jen Romiti, for their outstanding assistance in purchasing our first home in California. The team's expertise made our experience seamless, efficient, and reliable. We highly recommend them to anyone seeking a home. Please visit them at Liberty II in Pittsburg or contact them via Liberty@DiscoveryHomes.com. You can also view their homes at https://www.discoveryhomes.com/pittsburg-ca/liberty-ii. Thank you again for your exceptional service, and we hope you continue to help families achieve homeownership. God bless us all. read more

Bought a home last year at Bellagio and cannot express how happy we are. Kathy and Lisa are the best. These ladies kept us informed with everything that was going on with our home, are knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and they made our experience very happy. The home had some items that needed to be fixed and replaced and they told us it would be done within 30 days which it did. We have a beautiful view and the neighbors we have are professionals and friendly. read more

I have visited a lot of new home communities and decided to buy at Toscana at San Marco. Julio is extremely professional, very approachable and easy to talk to. He is very knowledgeable and guided us through the process of buying a new home. This agent is someone everyone would enjoy working with. Thank you Julio for your professionalism and friendly personality. We enjoyed doing business with you. read more

I've been looking for a home for a couple months now. I decided to buy brand new because the used homes didn't appeal to me. I visited Haven in Vacaville and both Marie and Evan were very helpful since I am a 1st time home buyer. I felt comfortable asking questions since they were so friendly. I loved the Crystal model. Once my husband & I are ready to buy, I will go back to them and buy my 1st home! read more

Purchased a home in Oakley, CA within the Pleasant Meadows Community from Discovery Homes. Working with Jen and Lois in the sales office and Scotty and his team in Construction proved to be a wonderful experience. All of them were very professional, knowledgeable, and just a downright pleasure to work with during the build, purchase, and follow-up process. Thank you, Discovery Homes! read more

We recently purchased a home and Michelle and Owen were great! Owen Nelson the loan consultant was very easy to work with and on top of things. He streamlined the mortgage process efficiently and our loan went through without a hitch. He searched for the best interest rates and locked us in at a great rate! I would highly recommend Owen to any of my friends buying a home. read more