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Riverside South - Richcraft Homes

Updated 2026-09-16 · 8,283 reviewed · 302 listed · Scored from 80 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.5(80) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Detached Garage Construction
Riverside South - Richcraft Homes
Location
Manotick, Manotick
Service
Detached Garage Construction
Reviews
80
Ranking
#146 in Detached Garage Construction
Best for
buyers prioritizing layout and design who can vet quality during pre-delivery inspection.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-16). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-09-16.

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise Riverside South's floor plan design and name several standout staff members for their care during purchase. However, a substantial minority report serious issues: defects visible in model homes, flooring stains, loose hardware, poor communication after purchase, and warranty work stretching months with unresolved problems. The same builder generates both five-star "best in Ottawa" testimonies and one-star accounts of owners left waiting over a year for repairs.

Praised for
  • excellent floor plans and design
  • named staff professionalism (Barbara, Liz, Ashley, Paul)
  • quality materials and construction (when satisfied)
skilled-craftsmanshipresponsive-supportquality-materials
Best for: buyers prioritizing layout and design who can vet quality during pre-delivery inspection.

Where this business shines

  • Strong architectural design and floor plans
  • attentive sales and design staff

Worth knowing

  • Staff praised by name: Barbara (sales), Liz (sales), Ali, Ashley (design centre), Victoria (Potvin cabinets), Paul (pre-delivery inspection)
  • Defects reported: loose door handles, flooring stains, roof damage after 5 years, white staining on wood floors
  • Warranty delays: owners reported waits of months to a year, with issues unresolved or third-party contractors missing appointments

How it compares

  • Rated 3.5 against a 4.68 average across the 276 detached garage construction businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 85% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Our Rubric
Star rating 19
Review volume 83
Review recency 99
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
35
4
14
3
7
2
4
1
20

Common questions

What is the starting price for a home at Riverside South?
Their website lists starting prices from $498,599 for Urban Towns to $744,900 for Single Family Homes.
Can I reach customer service if I have post-purchase problems?
Multiple reviews report difficulty reaching after-sales support, with customers waiting weeks or months for responses and warranty work. This appears to be a known issue among owners.

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Last updated 2026-09-16