What people keep running into with workmanship
Complaints tagged workmanship, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 73 people · 9 forums we read
Raised more than once
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- 44Why does my new plumbing still have bad water pressure and risky joints?Poorly installed pipes and high-tension fittings put excessive pressure on joints, creating constant risks of leaks and floods. Even after professional upgrades like Pex, substandard workmanship leaves homeowners dealing with weak water flow and questionable setups like S-traps that require tearing out walls and digging up pipes just to check for defects.
- 23How to tell if home repair work is actually badSubstandard workmanship shows up as messy wiring, exposed unterminated copper ends, uneven flooring transitions, and dips or humps across newly installed surfaces. Spotting these flaws during a final walkthrough makes it difficult to decide whether to withhold final payment or accept the installation as is.
- 6Landlords using cheap handymen and accordion drainsLandlords often hire cheap handymen who rely on substandard materials like flex pipe and accordion drains instead of proper plumbing. This shoddy workmanship leads to constant leaks and recurring maintenance headaches for residents who are left dealing with poor property upkeep.
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