South-Carolina
Father, daughter complain about ‘pimples’ on new house but builder won’t fix since ‘it’s not a manufacturer’s problem’
A South Carolina homeowner is frustrated after poor construction left their new abode covered in “pimples.”
The new home, which was one of the first built inside the Cypress Preserve subdivision in Moncks Corner, SC shows off its flaws under direct light.
“When I first looked at the house in the summer, the sun hits the side of the house, and the nails on the sheathing aren’t nailed all the way in so the vinyl expands and contracts. And when the sun hits it, and it looks like pimples all over,” Tom Eriksen told WCSC.
Eriksen’s daughter purchased the home in 2022 and when the “pimples were noticed the family immediately contacted the Lennar Corporation, the company tasked with building the entire community.
But when shown the company’s super examined the build, he didn’t own up to the poor craftsmanship.
“’Their super came out here, looked at the house,’ he says, ‘Yeah, but it’s not a manufacturer’s problem.’”
‘”It’s not a manufacturer’s problem, You installed it wrong. You’ve got to correct it. It looks terrible,” Eriksen replied.
“They say, ‘No, we’re not going to do anything with it.’”
After the original visit to the home, Lennar hasn’t responded to any of the multiple follow-up calls the family has sent, according to the outlet.
Eriksen, who owned his own construction business for 40 years says he is helping his daughter get her home fix because even though its not a “structural issue per se” it’s Lennar’s problem because they built it.
“I see it every time I drive up to the house,” Eriksen said. “This is like the whole house — sides, back, front. Whenever the sun hits it.”
The angered father is calling for the company to fix the problems to all the homes they built starting with the homeowners that have lived in the community the longest.
“Start servicing at least the first people that moved in here,” he said. “She was one of the first buyers before anyone came in and you’re not servicing them or taking care of your problems.
“It’s not a good outlook for the other 800 families that are going to move in here,” Eriksen added.
Moncks Corner is located 33 miles north of Charleston.
A home inspector also called out the company for not holding up to their agreement when it comes to house building, saying many builders don’t realize they have to keep up with repairs of the house beyond the one year mark.
“There’s a very common misconception that homeowners have that the builder, after the first year, he has no responsibility to repair anything else in the house,” Robert Knowles told Live 5 News. “Well, that’s not true.
“The law is not optional: you have to comply with the code requirements. The builder is legally required to fix anything that goes wrong with your house that is related to a code.
“If you bring a code violation to a builder’s attention, he needs to repair that,” Knowles added.
The state of South Carolina has adopted the Residential Construction Standards that homebuilders must abide by, according to the outlet.
US Sen. Lindsey Graham’s connection to his hometown, favorite lunch
This longtime Seneca restaurant employee recalls U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham visiting over the years as well as his favorite lunch.
Information on funeral arrangements for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham are starting to come together in South Carolina and in Washington, D.C.
Graham, who died on July 11 due to aortic dissection, will have events take place in the nation’s capital and in his home state in late July, but there has not been much information released about what the events will entail or whether the long-term politician will lie in state in either location.
Here’s what we know about Graham’s funeral arrangements so far.
Will Lindsey Graham be lying in state in Washington, D.C.? South Carolina?
As of Friday, July 17, there has been no plans announced for Graham to lie in state in Washington, D.C., or in South Carolina.
When will a funeral service for Lindsey Graham be in South Carolina?
Taylor Reidy, Graham’s communications director, announced that there will be a service for Graham in Pickens County and Columbia on Wednesday, July 29.
When is the funeral service for Lindsey Graham in Washington, D.C.?
Reidy stated the service for Graham in Washington, D.C., will take place on Tuesday, July 28.
Will the public be able to attend the funeral services for Lindsey Graham?
While the days for services for Graham have been announced, there is no schedule of events available, nor is it clear whether the public will be able to attend as part of the arrangements.
Reidy stated in her social media post that additional details would be forthcoming.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at July 16, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from July 16 drawing
Midday: 9-7-1, FB: 5
Evening: 2-8-0, FB: 4
Check Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL numbers from July 16 drawing
Midday: 7-4-2-9, FB: 5
Evening: 2-8-6-1, FB: 4
Check Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from July 16 drawing
Midday: 10
Evening: 07
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Palmetto Cash 5 numbers from July 16 drawing
06-21-24-38-40
Check Palmetto Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
The South Carolina Education Lottery provides multiple ways to claim prizes, depending on the amount won:
For prizes up to $500, you can redeem your winnings directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Simply present your signed winning ticket at the retailer for an immediate payout.
Winnings $501 to $100,000, may be redeemed by mailing your signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For security, keep copies of your documents and use registered mail to ensure the safe arrival of your ticket.
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
For large winnings above $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. To claim, bring your signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and your Social Security card for identity verification. Winners of large prizes may also set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenient direct deposit of winnings.
Columbia Claims Center
1303 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Claim Deadline: All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
For more details and to access the claim form, visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page.
When are the South Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Pick 4: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash Pop: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Palmetto Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. ET daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Carolina editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at July 15, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from July 15 drawing
02-07-18-29-38, Powerball: 16, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from July 15 drawing
Midday: 6-0-9, FB: 9
Evening: 8-8-1, FB: 4
Check Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL numbers from July 15 drawing
Midday: 3-8-1-2, FB: 9
Evening: 2-7-9-6, FB: 4
Check Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from July 15 drawing
Midday: 02
Evening: 06
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Palmetto Cash 5 numbers from July 15 drawing
01-04-17-34-41
Check Palmetto Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from July 15 drawing
14-15-23-33-42, Powerball: 16
Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
The South Carolina Education Lottery provides multiple ways to claim prizes, depending on the amount won:
For prizes up to $500, you can redeem your winnings directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Simply present your signed winning ticket at the retailer for an immediate payout.
Winnings $501 to $100,000, may be redeemed by mailing your signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For security, keep copies of your documents and use registered mail to ensure the safe arrival of your ticket.
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
For large winnings above $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. To claim, bring your signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and your Social Security card for identity verification. Winners of large prizes may also set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenient direct deposit of winnings.
Columbia Claims Center
1303 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Claim Deadline: All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
For more details and to access the claim form, visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page.
When are the South Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Pick 4: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash Pop: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Palmetto Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. ET daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Carolina editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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