r/PittMeadows

Hello,

We hired a GC for a fixed price contract.

The the delays have been unreasonable and now 4x as long as quoted.

Now we find out the sub trades are not paid and is most likely the cause of delays.

Is there any recourse or am I screwed? We feel at the mercy of these guys who have done a terrible job of managing the project.

I feel these guys will either string me along use funds from other projects to make enough of a payment to the sub trades so they will continue working. They most likely used my funds to pay for other projects as well.

This has been a cause of undue stress on my family as we are also renting mont to month and only budgeted for so much time out of the house.

This seems borderline illegal and truly unfair as we saved money to do this renovation to help our family

It’s also truly frustrating to see their instagram framing their company as family oriented and all positive with happy clients.

We feel like suckers

We are in Vancouver Canada.

Advice appreciated.

UPDATE:

Things have gone sideways since we brought up our concerns with the GC. Now they are just gaslighting us and saying that none of our comments are true. They say the subs are lying to us as they don’t want to come back to fix deficiencies. More BS. I had numerous requests for the name of the company so at this point screw it.

Norum Construction & Renovations Ltd

https://norumconstruction.ca

Mark and Greg Norum.

Be cautious to not make the same mistakes I did in believing them and their beautiful curated instagram profile.

Hi everyone! My husband and I are looking to move to Pitt Meadows from Langley.
We've noticed quite a few townhouses for sale in the Hammond Road area recently. As an outsider, seeing a bunch of units for sale at once always makes me a bit nervous.

Our realtor told us that it’s just a coincidence which is hard to believe.

As a local resident, are there any red flags? 🚩

Norum Construction & Renovations Ltd.

Please think twice before hiring these guys.

They have really good instagram and once they have you signed up and take your deposit they cannot deliver on the timelines and leave you wondering where they went. See other Reddit post I have had a similar experience but not as devastating as theirs.

This is a throw away account and was empowered to share my experience here after exchanging DMs with the other poor person dealing with Mark or Greg from Norum Construction.

I also made a nice poster and planing to post around town. See below.

⚠️ Warning: Norum Construction & Renovations Ltd. — Pitt Meadows, BC

Neighbours, please be cautious before hiring Norum Construction & Renovations Ltd.

(Owners: Mark Norum & Greg Norum) for any major renovation or construction work.

Reported concerns:

∙	Advertises all-in pricing but lacks the planning to deliver on it

∙	Cuts corners on workmanship and actively conceals mistakes

∙	Uses unskilled employees instead of licensed tradespeople

∙	Leaves projects incomplete or below acceptable building standards

Contact info (for reference):

∙	📞 604-908-0013

∙	🌐 norumconstruction.com

∙	📍 11985 189B Street, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1X2

Always get a detailed written contract and verify licensing & insurance before hiring any contractor. You can report concerns to Consumer Protection BC at consumerprotectionbc.ca or 1-888-564-9963.

Please upvote so your neighbours see this. 🏠

My name is Alex.

Im a hard worker mid 30s guy, common sense and a good people person who enjoys outdoor activities.

Interested in joining the parks in the city or BC Parks too.

10 year forklift driver/warehouse and brewery experience but it doesn't pay very well. warehouse work is pretty dull now, and never a change of scenery. Just driving back and forth all day loading a truck is not interesting.

I need to get some new skills that pays better.

I have applied to some jobs but maybe I dont match the skills that others have for city work. Im sure lots are applying.

Open to Coquitlam to langley areas. Nice to keep a commute low.

Is it Worth taking a course on parks and sports fields maintenance with RFABC?

Take a BCIT course?

or go get some landscaping experience?

I would even offer some volunteer hours if thats possible if anyone knows someone.

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