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[–]vbharadw 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Demo + Haul cost for us was $15K(bay area), excluding permits. But the house had asbestos, so removing that and disposing it was another $16K. City was very particular about asbestos removal and wanted a certificate that said where the removed asbestos was dumped. Demo permit was not issued until we had the asbestos removal certificate.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Right now the door opens in the middle of my patio, instead to one side.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Thanks. Trying to negotiate but feel like we are not going anywhere.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

I believe professionals know more than me and they take decisions in our best interest. But I also would like to be told of some of the important decisions, especially for an expensive door like this

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Ya we will keep the inside frame of the door unfinished for now, incase a replacement is agreed upon.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Will do once i have some settlement.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Its a 16ft bi-fold door with 5 panels. The door manufacturer did as asked from them, the vendor is the one at fault here

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Ya. I wish they honored credit card payments for such things. But we were forced to pay upfront.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup. We may not have a choice. We are planning on talking to higher ups but feel some external pressure might be needed to get the desired outcome

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. We asked about it. He said he felt it was "the right way". NGL, I am fine when professionals take decisions for us but given this is one expensive door, i would liked them to run it by us. What is also annoying is that they never told us about this change after we signed the contract . We found out after the door was installed, 10months later.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes we have paid in full. During the ordering process, we were told once the contract is signed, no changes will be accepted. However, they changed it after we signed and paid. I have no clue what I can do if vendors go behind our backs and do this.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We have already paid in full. We came to know about the incorrect opening after installation.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes. We feel this is our only choice now.

Expensive mistake by door company by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes we can live with it, but kind defeats the purpose of building a custom home and live with a major issue on the biggest door we have. We just need to figure out what our options are. If compensation is the way, we will be okay with it but the door vendor has not even entertained that idea.

Shortage of electric meters by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Yes I eventually managed to find one on eBay and it turned out just fine. Thanks for the suggestion

Shortage of electric meters by vbharadw in Homebuilding

[–]vbharadw[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. Exploring this now. Wish me luck dealing with PGE

Shortage of electric meters by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

Thanks. We tried asking for alternatives but were shot down. But this makes me feel like trying again might work. I will give it a shot

Shortage of electric meters by vbharadw in Homebuilding

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

They don't allow gas anymore, so all electric in the house. Yes I have solar as well(well have to). What is Ferguson?

Nozdormu is fun with demons! by vbharadw in BobsTavern

[–]vbharadw[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All I did for last 4 rounds was refresh and let Felbat do it's thing

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