judyvillacis
American looking for information about Puerto Rico
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Speaks English is my first language and I’m fluent in Spanish
Registration: 22 August 2022
Prefabricated Homes in Puerto Rico by luisrlopez7771
Hi everyone,I hope that you are all well. I recently purchased a lot of land in Ensenada Puerto Rico. I have been doing some research on prefabricated homes but still have so many questions. My wife and I really like the home models of Casa Mi ...
Thank you, Tori. The Engineer they referred us to was a joke. They all work together like a monopoly game. You would think you would sit down with the Engineer and go over the plans, but that never took place. CMA was the Engineer, making plan ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
i would be more than happy to share that info only I’m on my way to PR right now and just caught this message. Upon my arrival back home,, I’ll be more than happy to share that info. Hope it’s not too late. Read More
Prefabricated Homes in Puerto Rico by luisrlopez7771
Hi everyone,I hope that you are all well. I recently purchased a lot of land in Ensenada Puerto Rico. I have been doing some research on prefabricated homes but still have so many questions. My wife and I really like the home models of Casa Mi ...
Luis my big advice to you is find an architect/engineer that can assist you in planning your dream home. I did my house with CMA. If I had to do it all over again, I would go the route I just advised. Read between the lines…Good Luck Read More
Insights on Pre-fabs in Puerto Rico by TDub6891
Hello everyone! My name is Tony and I'm retired from the US Air Force, living in Texas. My wife and I lived in San Juan while I was teaching AFROTC at the University of PR-Rio Piedras from 2002-2005.We bought property in Arecibo, near ...
@TDub6891 I’d be curious to hear what was your outcome with building as well as your experience. judy Read More
Help with getting cargo out of port Guaynabo by jacquelynevans
I have shipped some patio rail (850 pounds) to PR but am stumped with connecting with Hacienda to pay the sales tax...I have not had luck in paying on line thru SURI, I can't go in person and no one has been able to help me when I call (they either ...
I shipped a few things by a container line from Miami. I know what you mean Suri is not easy. I actually paid $40 to the container line office in Puerto Rico to do it for me. You might want to contact them and see if they have this service. Good ... Read More
Contractor abandoned job. What can I do? by judyvillacis
Has anyone experience your house Contractor, abandoned the project having a contract? My contract with the contractor expired in July one year and he could not finish. I tried to do an extension on our contract but he refused to sign. He would work ...
Thank you all for your assistance. I appreciate the feedback I consulted an attorney that’s helping me and we’ll see how far it gets. Also, I have someone already lined up that can finish the work. And his family I just didn’t want ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@jesselena30 sorry for the late response. I hope you are already in construction but honestly, I will not recommend my contractor to anyone that does not have patience. I’ve lost all mine with him. Started great had our hiccups along the way ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@raalma2000 I’m so sorry I just saw this message but it’s Pamela with some changes my husband and I did. Are you also working with them? Read More
Moving to Isabela by Momogavero
Hello, my name is Franco. I am planning on relocating to Isabela before the harsh winter sets in. Can anyone give me a ballpark figure on renting a studio / one bedroom including utilities? I am grateful for any help. May the universe shower you ...
Try using clasificadosonline.com they have 1/1 starting at $500 Read More
Issues with water set up in PR-need help
Our house is almost done (New home build), but I’m having tons of issues with water set up. There seems to be a hole in the ground in front of the house that is supposed to be for the water meter. I hired someone to go in my place and set up ... Read More
Electric and water set up by judyvillacis
Can someone share their experience on setting up their water and electric service (NEW) .Im 3 months shy if my house being completed. i never set up temporary utilities. Now that im close to having my house finished i heard it can take up to 3 ...
@PRVacationHomes & @G1977 thank you so much for your reply. i have someone that will present all documents needed all i need is a certification from a licensed electrician and plumber. she will set it up for me . Be well Read More
Electric and water set up
Can someone share their experience on setting up their water and electric service (NEW) .Im 3 months shy if my house being completed. i never set up temporary utilities. Now that im close to having my house finished i heard it can take up to 3 ... Read More
Windows cost by noelgon83
Looking to replace all my existing aluminum windows (around 12 windows of varying sizes and layout) with new aluminum tinted glass windows. can anyone provide feedback on ballpark cost to do this in camuy area? How is pricing determined, window ...
Hi Noel I’m building my home in Camuy. i am having our windows made. i can tell you that i believe you should be in the ball park of about 6-10k? I’m having a garage door as well as indoor and exterior doors so i go an even ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@jesselena30 i will send you a message so we can chat privately (well…) Read More
Looking for Contractors to level land prior to construction! by lauriabarca
I'm in the process of building in Aguadilla. Little that we knew, the builder told us that we are responsible for the preparation of the land which includes the cleanup and leveling of ground before we can begin construction. Does anybody know of ...
@lauriabarca are you done with your house build? If so, how did it go? Read More
Construction loan to build house in Puerto Rico by NobodyCares
Hello, I'm a Veteran and I would like to build a house in Puerto Rico. Which bank did you use that offered a construction loan to build your house? Could you explain in detail what information does the bank need to be approved for the loan and ...
@RudyEW i was told the same by banco popular. Good luck! Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@Noel Cruz Main DM me and send me your Gmail email address it was blocked Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@techdispatch congrats to you. hope you are enjoying your home. Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@Noel Cruz Main would love to hear about your experience so far. i got my roof up and next is stucco which started already. We hope to close our permit by July. It’s been quite a journey so far. It has not been easy but we only have to ... Read More
West vs. East of Puerto Rico by NotFromThisPlanet
What are the main differences between the East Coast and the West Coast of Puerto Rico? Lifestyle, climate, culture, business, tourists, roads, local people, expats, cost of living, access to things, education options, job opportunity, nature, ...
@frogrock its North for me but i love to visit the west coast as well. Less traffic and beaches are not crowded. Too crazy busy on the east coast. i come to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of Miami. Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@nvme516 thanks for inquiring. Actually, the concrete will be poured over the roof tomorrow. Although there’s been hiccups, I would truly be happy when this It’s finally done. I must say my contractor and I have good working ... Read More
New here excited to get info by Mzhuertaz
Hello All New here Hi 👋🏼 everyone
@Mzhuertaz hi and welcome Read More
Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
@Pedro Marrero71 thank you for your reply. i sent you a personal message. Read More
Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
@colonjimmie im building with Casa MiAnhelo, Bayamon, PR Read More
Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
@mtorres1131 thank you and no not Manati, its in Camuy Read More
Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
My project is going freat so far i have a wonderful contractor. He’s working right now and prepping the floor for the second level. but I must say we’ve had hiccups along the way with Casa Mi Anhelo and my engineer.I would share a ... Read More
Need Luma help by fincanuevacreacion
Hi,Two months ago, I bought a HUD home in Humacao and still don't have electricity. The problem is Luma (isn't it always), but I'm not sure what to do. My electrician said they need a letter from Luma to give to Humacao Public Works so he can dig up ...
@fincanuevacreacion I have one that I work with on another service but I’m trying to find out from her if she knows anyone in your local area. If she responds I’ll let you know. Read More
Building Permit Revisions-Help by judyvillacis
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ...
@mtorres1131 yes i am. Are you considering them also? Read More
Building Permit Revisions-Help
I'm currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan to omit a window, add a closet and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise ... Read More
Revising Building Plans
I’m currently building a 3/3 house on the North side of the island. My Question is once I have my plans and building permit can I make changes to the floor plan and add a balcony with no problem or do I need to revise and resubmit for ... Read More
Building permits by lenausa89
Hello everyone! Who applies for the building permits in PR? We were told the Ingeneer does and not the builder. Is it the case? thank you
@kbarretoct im at the north side Camuyhere you go i separated the number so it doesn't get blocked Em ail: ******Miriam TiradoI believe shes in Aguadillagood luck Read More
Building permits by lenausa89
Hello everyone! Who applies for the building permits in PR? We were told the Ingeneer does and not the builder. Is it the case? thank you
here you go i separated the number so it doesn't get blocked Em ail: ******Miriam Tirado Read More
Building permits by lenausa89
Hello everyone! Who applies for the building permits in PR? We were told the Ingeneer does and not the builder. Is it the case? thank you
@GCSchmidt12 i used one of the agents to pay for my arbitrios. She was wonderful and charged 75.00. I will use her again to set up my water and electricity Read More
Building permits by lenausa89
Hello everyone! Who applies for the building permits in PR? We were told the Ingeneer does and not the builder. Is it the case? thank you
I had the Engineer do it i wish i had known prior that i could of had taken it out in my name although i have a good contractor 🙂 Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@Noel Cruz Secondary Salinas is paradise. Enjoy. Read More
Your Decision to Move to PR by judyvillacis
I would love to hear your story as to what made you decide to believe your place of home and relocate to Puerto Rico? Is it retirement? Work/Business? Whatever the reasoning maybe…As some of you already know by now I am in the beginning ...
@sanchbm glad you are enjoying the island. I plan to move to out within the next 3 years after our house is built. It finally broke ground yesterday. In the meantime we will have it as our vacation home. it will be a change from living in the states ... Read More
Updated building Costs by Acros5790
Hi all! Wondering what updated 2022 construction costs are on a per square foot basis. I am seeing people on here quoting $250-$300/SF. This seems ridiculously high and is basically the cost for building in California. Also my architect ...
@Julio Ortiz49 I’m currently building a prefab home in the north side of the island. We actually broke ground today. I can provide you names of contractors they provided me and you can reach out to them. Read More
Your Decision to Move to PR by judyvillacis
I would love to hear your story as to what made you decide to believe your place of home and relocate to Puerto Rico? Is it retirement? Work/Business? Whatever the reasoning maybe…As some of you already know by now I am in the beginning ...
@rrosar36 your story is very similar to mine. I also live in South Florida for 34 years. All I say is having lotta patience. I’m so used to it the main lines that I find myself doing a lot of comparison, I need to learn we’re dealing ... Read More
Your Decision to Move to PR by judyvillacis
I would love to hear your story as to what made you decide to believe your place of home and relocate to Puerto Rico? Is it retirement? Work/Business? Whatever the reasoning maybe…As some of you already know by now I am in the beginning ...
@islandmetro so happy to hear you can’t get enough of PR. They’re is a lot explore and I’m in the beginning stages. I barely have time to enjoy as most of my time is stressing over the different documents needed for these ... Read More
Your Decision to Move to PR
I would love to hear your story as to what made you decide to believe your place of home and relocate to Puerto Rico? Is it retirement? Work/Business? Whatever the reasoning maybe…As some of you already know by now I am in the beginning ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@jillmedina they provide you a list of contractors approx 3 that is close to area. I can provide you the list I was given from another prefab company. its a very slow process to go this route. But I hope at the end I can forget all my headaches. ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@Noel Cruz Secondary I paid half price for my survey. I tried to contact 2 other surveyors and they were a no call or a no show. The one I used was reliable. But I’m building on the north side (Camuy). I’m not sure where you are ... Read More
Getting our dog to Puerto Rico by Kurt Gowdy
My name is Kurt and my wife and I are moving to Puerto Rico when I retire in about 5 months. We are trying to find out what options there are for getting our dog to Puerto Rico. Our dog, Maya, is an American Eskimo and weighs about 50 lb, so we ...
@saysme thank you for your information because I have plans in the future. It’s good to read up on people that actually experienced us. Good information and well noted. Hope your cat is enjoying PR as well as you. Read More
Calling on all Expat Ladies! Let's start Ladies Expat support Group. by Deogee
Calling all Expat Ladies. I'm moving to the North West part of PR this August/September and I would love to create a network of Expat Woman. New expats, seasoned expats, moms, no kids, single, married etc...Moving to a foreign place can be scary ...
Hi all. Count me in. Although I’m just in the beginning stages of planning to build my home, I should be very green ground real soon, but would love to be part of this group. I will be in the northside. Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
I picked Casas Mi Ahnelo because I like what they had to offer. The homes were bigger for the price, although you need to obtain a contractor, they do work with different contractors they can refer you to. I must tell you that they failed to tell ... Read More
Prefab home
I am going to build a prefab home with Casa Mi Ahnelo. It’s been almost 6 months since I signed the contract and the process has been a crawling one. I’m ready to pull out. One months to make minor plan changes and the rest has been ... Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
Thank you @rodfarthing. I will check their website. Nice to see there are options out there. Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@Fred thank you for your information. Well noted Read More
Prefab homes by judyvillacis
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ...
@Fred, thank you for your info. I’ve thought of container homes as well. I will look into the web page links you mentioned, it wold be another alternative. Be well. Read More
Prefab homes
Has anyone checked out prefab homes? If so, what are your thoughts on it? I’ve been looking into this to see if it’s worth building my home this way or is it best to find a contractor to build my home?Can anyone provide insight on which ... Read More
Land lot surveyor by judyvillacis
I just purchased 431 MC in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Can anyone recommend a surveyor? I try to schedule two times with two different surveyors, and each one or a no-show. I am planning on building a home over there, and I am reluctant as to how the ...
Thank you for sharing your info. Well noted. I did manage to get a surveyor to survey my land. For a lot size 50x100 he charging me a GRAND. Seems a little stiff but I’m not sure what world be a competitive fee. i like him on time and great ... Read More
Land lot surveyor
I just purchased 431 MC in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Can anyone recommend a surveyor? I try to schedule two times with two different surveyors, and each one or a no-show. I am planning on building a home over there, and I am reluctant as to how the ... Read More
Building Homes in PR by Live2sparkle
I have seen a few posts from people who have built a house or will build a house on the island. Rey, I know you have a beautiful lot that you posted a photo of. And a few others, whose names escape me at the moment, have mentioned building. I am ...
@adlin20 read your post could you give me some starting tips on how to start searching for royal trustworthy contractors to build my retirement home in Puerto Rico. Read More