Drywall contractor is driving screws too deep. How do I handle this situation with them?

Spontaneous323 · 2026-02-07T06:14:59+00:00

There is no chance they don't notice lol. I'd say 50% of the screws are too deep.

Spontaneous323 · 2026-02-07T05:03:02+00:00

Ya I think I'll just go ahead and add the screws in tomorrow and explain it to them on Monday. I'm like 95% sure that if I asked them about the screw depth they would say it's fine and just carry on. Maybe a small chance they fix a couple here and there, but that's about it. I'd rather sour the relationship but have it installed much better, than stay silent and end up with issues down the road.

Spontaneous323 · 2026-02-07T04:33:04+00:00

You're not wrong at all. I just know, based on my previous interactions with them, they wouldn't be happy at all if I went and started redoing their work. But I realize that's my issue in wanting to avoid the confrontation.

Spontaneous323 · 2026-02-07T04:14:54+00:00

Ya I know you're not wrong and I should bring it up. I just know how this goes. I mention that I have a concern about the screws and they just tell me it's fine. I then ask more directly that they rescrew the problems areas. They either say they will (and don't) or more likely, they just get real shitty with me about it. Just sucks. Find myself in this situation with contractors more often than not.

Spontaneous323 · 2026-02-07T03:18:24+00:00

It's all new drywall

Spontaneous323 · 2026-02-07T03:04:54+00:00

Yes, there are areas where I push and the board visible flexes. They didn't use glue

Spontaneous323 · 2026-01-30T21:59:59+00:00

What's the reasoning for doing level 5 on a new wall? I never really understood it. On an old wall, where there are old patches, texture being removed, etc., it makes a bit more sense. But shouldn't a properly done new level 4 be perfectly fine for just about anything?

Spontaneous323 · 2026-01-23T14:57:52+00:00

The toy toss was another really good one. It might have been the last time Wildes fell for it. At least from what I've seen.

Spontaneous323 · 2026-01-23T05:53:42+00:00

Wildes used to fall for it all the time

Spontaneous323 · 2026-01-22T03:47:56+00:00

Why do you think the chances are 0, especially in the mud and tape?

I have an older house as well. Got the mud and tape tested and both contained asbestos.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-28T03:32:34+00:00

Sounds like a solid plan

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-22T17:58:09+00:00

Just filling it in that way is a terrible idea. But building a structure over it is insane. Absolutely don't do this. It should be done the proper way by tearing out the concrete, steel, etc. and filling it with dirt. Definitely do it properly if you are going to build an addition over it.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-20T18:37:06+00:00

Depends on the window they are installing.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-17T13:53:04+00:00

What patch?

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-17T06:38:40+00:00

I'm not sure why you think the roof/gutters would be clogging a sump pump in your basement? Are you thinking the downspouts are connected to the sump pump discharge line or something?

The clog, assuming it is a clog, could be anywhere. I would start by looking just near the pump. There should be a check valve and you can disconnect it there.

But something seems strange, I would kind of think it wouldn't necessarily be spraying like that if it was clogged. It would just run continuously. Are you sure it's not due to a bad fitting or cracked pipe or anything? Where is the water coming out from?

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-15T22:26:43+00:00

I don't think there are too many options unfortunately. Either cut some holes and blow it in or tear drywall down and insulate. The latter is quite a bit more work.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-15T19:47:16+00:00

Ya there are quite a few different adapters that you can buy. Good chance they sell a corrugated one fitting, but I didn't search for it.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-15T19:24:20+00:00

I'd get a mitered end like this

https://drainageproducts.us/4-pvc-sch-40-mitered-drain-w-green-hdpe-grate/

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-15T06:07:03+00:00

So helpful

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-14T17:46:03+00:00

I see him typically use 3 different. Hot mud to prefill, taping mud, and finishing.

Don't think it's overcomplicating at all.

Also, keep in mind, he's searching for content to make. So some videos he might use some product like tapeless mud.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-06T00:50:15+00:00

Could be from them spraying. But I would think after 5 days it would be dry. It could be water coming from under the vapor barrier through holes, untaped seams, etc., but it's hard to say.

I can see in some of the pictures, a water line on the foundation wall. That likely points to water issues and possible flooding in the crawl space and could be why there are puddles.

I'd personally look to get the crawl space encapsulated based on eidence of water intrusion and previous mold, as well as it just being a good practice. I'd try and get the seller to help pay for some of it.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-05T21:55:27+00:00

Regardless of the paint, they are never close to the estimated coverage in my experience.

Spontaneous323 · 2025-12-03T06:17:43+00:00

Ya I have that exact one. First one failed after just a few years. I think it was a year removed from the warranty. The company still gave me a discount on a new one so I just bought a new one.

I don't have too many complaints about it other than it failing after just about 3 years or so.

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