Hi. Before counting on law suit, I suggest that you contact an attorney and discuss your complaints with them. Negligence would be building the home out of code in regard to health and safety. Such negligence would be found in a home inspection. It really depends on the details of your complaint. Who is at fault? The general home builder or subcontractors such as electricians, plumbers, etc. It is good to get everything together before you seek to sue your home builder. Some things can be settled by simply talking to your home builder and expressing your discontent.
Builders liability insurance protects builders from laws suits. If damage happens while the builder is working on a home it protects him should the homeowner decide to sue. It also protects the builder in the event an employee should injure themselves and decide to sue.
Yes, a neighbor can sue you for accidental fire damage caused by your builder if they can prove negligence on your part in overseeing the construction work. It is important to ensure your builder has proper insurance coverage to mitigate such risks. Consulting with a legal professional in such cases is advisable.
Yes, you can. It is possible to sue because the builder did not complete the project you paid your money for, and depending on your area, he/she could have violated the building codes.
You can go to www.energystar.gov. Then look up the home builder's name under the search box.
5 to 6 days depending on your builder and you job
Custom Home Builder jobs can be found at www.constructioncrossing.com where locals business' post jobs seeking home builders.
Licensed contractor.
The term "builder" usually refers to the general contractor who is responsible for building the home and subcontracting other contractors to complete the project.
In your state your builder does have to provide you with a home owner warranty. The New Home Warranty Act is also a protection of the builder and you as a buyer must give the builder the opportunity to make repairs to the home before suing. You can read the entire document here: http://www.hbam.com/associations/2599/files/New%20Home%20Warranty%20Act.pdf
Yes, the bank will sue you if you default on your home loan and place your house in foreclosure.
To become a home builder you will need to be trained,certified and licensed. The actual requirments will vary from state to state.