ᐅ Water Connection Installed Incorrectly – Is There a Right to Rectification from the General Contractor?
Created on: 20 May 2019 12:04
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Sony70
Hello dear building experts,
we are currently building our house with a general contractor. Now, the plumbing subcontractor did not install the pipes according to our bathroom plan; specifically, they are not centered for a 60 cm (24 inch) washbasin. The problem is that I specifically bought a designer trap, which now cannot be installed. Instead, an unattractive and also crooked trap was used. Since the tiling is already done, correcting this would be a major effort.
What is my legal position here? Can I demand remediation from the general contractor because the shop drawings clearly show a 60 cm (24 inch) washbasin, or can the general contractor claim that the effort required would be disproportionately high, meaning I have to accept it as is?
Many thanks in advance!
Sony
we are currently building our house with a general contractor. Now, the plumbing subcontractor did not install the pipes according to our bathroom plan; specifically, they are not centered for a 60 cm (24 inch) washbasin. The problem is that I specifically bought a designer trap, which now cannot be installed. Instead, an unattractive and also crooked trap was used. Since the tiling is already done, correcting this would be a major effort.
What is my legal position here? Can I demand remediation from the general contractor because the shop drawings clearly show a 60 cm (24 inch) washbasin, or can the general contractor claim that the effort required would be disproportionately high, meaning I have to accept it as is?
Many thanks in advance!
Sony
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HilfeHilfe21 May 2019 09:27Well, if you install a designer siphon under a basic DIY store washbasin, I definitely have my doubts.
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hampshire21 May 2019 09:49I don’t understand the unpleasant tone in this thread – just because the original poster paid for a different net service than they might have described, it doesn’t mean that the service was billed accordingly.
Regarding the topic: The photos show an installation that I wouldn’t be willing to accept in this condition. What matters is what you discussed with your installer. Was the installer aware of your expectations? If yes: have it redone. If no: find the best possible solution and learn to make future agreements more precise.
I have agreed with my tradespeople that we do not negotiate. We do not negotiate price reductions (which benefits the tradesperson) nor compromises in quality (which benefits the client). Regular on-site meetings go into detail when it matters to us, and everything is well documented. Invoices are paid promptly and in full. Mistakes (so far very few) are promptly and completely corrected. It costs more than average, and I expect more than average. Everyone knows this, and everyone benefits. The emotional atmosphere among all parties is relaxed and positive.
Regarding the topic: The photos show an installation that I wouldn’t be willing to accept in this condition. What matters is what you discussed with your installer. Was the installer aware of your expectations? If yes: have it redone. If no: find the best possible solution and learn to make future agreements more precise.
I have agreed with my tradespeople that we do not negotiate. We do not negotiate price reductions (which benefits the tradesperson) nor compromises in quality (which benefits the client). Regular on-site meetings go into detail when it matters to us, and everything is well documented. Invoices are paid promptly and in full. Mistakes (so far very few) are promptly and completely corrected. It costs more than average, and I expect more than average. Everyone knows this, and everyone benefits. The emotional atmosphere among all parties is relaxed and positive.
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hampshire21 May 2019 09:54Mycraft schrieb:
As long as the water drains properly and the basin functions, there is no defect. Buy a pedestal and install it to cover the plumbing, then nothing will be visible. Although this may be borderline in terms of taste, some people like it. This is a matter of coordination. In our bathroom, a stone basin will be placed on an antique table in front of a Sicis glass mosaic wall. The black wall-mounted faucets and trap have been carefully selected. Everything has been discussed and marked out. I wouldn’t accept a deviation of even half a centimeter (0.2 inches).
My statement was explicitly related to the issue discussed in this thread. It is also possible to install tiles using GPS assistance. No problem at all, if someone is willing to pay for it. The same applies to your approach: if it was agreed beforehand that there is zero tolerance, then that is how it is.
However, this case is completely different.
However, this case is completely different.
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hampshire21 May 2019 10:27Mycraft schrieb:
Laying tiles with the help of GPSFunny!I can’t say how different this case is, as I’m not familiar with the arrangements. However, it’s quite likely that there were none. In that case: learn from it and coordinate better next time.
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