What people keep running into with renovation mistakes
Complaints tagged renovation mistakes, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 20 people · 4 forums we read
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- 8How to fit a front door into an odd-sized rough openingStandard pre-hung doors rarely match non-standard rough openings, forcing a choice between an expensive custom door or dealing with awkward gaps and shimming issues. Trying to force a standard size leaves builders to fill large spaces by hand or pay hundreds extra for custom dimensions.
- 8What to do about a bad hardwood floor installationA botched flooring job can stall your entire project, as other tradesmen may refuse to install skirting over the poor workmanship. To address visible defects like staircase patterns or joints placed too closely together, request the manufacturer's installation instructions to prove the errors and withhold your final payment until the job is completely resolved.
- 4Hit metal when drilling into a wall. What is it?Hitting an unknown metal obstruction behind drywall leaves people guessing whether they've struck a safe lintel or accidentally ruined a structural stud. Without knowing what is hidden behind the plasterboard, attempting to continue drilling risks damaging crucial building supports or utility lines.
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