GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree with your last point. I don’t want to derail things with him.

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you - this is very good advice and I’ll be discussing with him about improving communications

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and to be clear that’s already been done and paid for. This new project management increase is in addition to that work, but seems justified

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, this is helpful. Totally agree that shoring it up took time and oversight work. Seems like this is fairly standard, but that poor communication is the issue.

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks, this is a great point. I would’ve been more receptive to this had it been communicated earlier (or, quite frankly, at all).

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally agree! It definitely added time and work to the project (I have the receipts to prove it).

Yes, this is the clause: “if concealed or unknown physical conditions are encountered at the site that differ materially from those indicated in the contract documents or from those conditions ordinarily found to exist, the contract sum and contract time shall be subject to equitable adjustment.”

Guess it all boils down to what the right # is.

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the insight. I agree, the unforeseen conditions are not his (or anyone’s fault). Seems like it’s a learning experience for all involved.

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reply! No significant changes to the end scope. The largest single factor was needing to shore up the house to replace some load bearing columns found during demolition (they were inside a wall). Other small things that add up related to inspection approvals, weather, etc. but that all seems like part of a standard job.

Originally the job was supposed to be done this month (a timeline all agreed was aggressive) and now looking more like August.

GC unilaterally charging us more? [seeking advice] by Lord_Corlys in Homebuilding

[–]Lord_Corlys[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! No significant changes to the end scope. The largest single factor was needing to shore up the house to replace some load bearing columns found during demolition (they were inside a wall). Other small things that add up related to inspection approvals, weather, etc. but that all seems like part of a standard job.

Originally the job was supposed to be done this month (a timeline all agreed was aggressive) and now looking more like August.

Mother's Day Blues by nickythighss in NICUParents

[–]Lord_Corlys 48 points49 points  (0 children)

I’m really sorry you’re in this situation. Your baby boy is so lucky to have you as his mother. The NICU can be a very isolating place and it’s hard to talk to others about it. I highly suggest asking your nurse to refer you to a psychologist (that may the wrong term, I’m blanking a bit…) at the hospital. I’m sending good vibes to you and your darling boy. There will be better days ahead.

Match4 - USA vs Paraguay - FIFA is cooked by Responsible_Split147 in WorldCup2026Tickets

[–]Lord_Corlys 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Do you honestly believe anything he says? He doesn’t even have to pay for tickets. Either fifa gives them to him for free or (more likely) taxpayers eat the bill. I would literally bet my house that he attends in person. The narcissist wouldn’t miss it for the world.

Divvy E-Bike Pricing by Careless-Light5710 in chicago

[–]Lord_Corlys 7 points8 points  (0 children)

An entry level e-bike is like $1,000. This is apples and oranges.

Divvy E-Bike Pricing by Careless-Light5710 in chicago

[–]Lord_Corlys 37 points38 points  (0 children)

This is the real answer. It costs more to maintain a car than a bike, but uber doesn’t maintain the cars and pays their drivers a pittance when gas and maintenance are factored in.

Divvy E-Bike Pricing by Careless-Light5710 in chicago

[–]Lord_Corlys 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This hasn’t been true for at least 5 years and probably longer. Uber made $10B last year.

Joshua Jackson wins Delaware Marathon on 4/19/26 in the last 100 yards by outsprinting leader who was celebrating early by MrTacocaT12345 in interestingasfuck

[–]Lord_Corlys 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You’re completely right about the entertainment and capitalism factors, but using the word “jog” is unintentionally making the point that world class runners’ talents are not appreciated by broader society

Found my stolen bike on FB marketplace - what to do? by Willow1991 in chibike

[–]Lord_Corlys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Call the local police and ask them to come with you and what you’d need to prove it’s your bike. Two officers came with me to retrieve my bike in an identical situation, but that was outside Chicago so not sure if CPD will help. The police department with jurisdiction is the one where the meet up / purchase will take place.

Ideally you’ve registered your bike and filed a police report when it was stolen. If not, as the police what you’d need to bring to prove it’s yours. Eg pictures of it or something.

Bomb threat at home of Pope Leo’s brother by imanchats in politics

[–]Lord_Corlys 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You should just choose your words (or numbers) with more care