ᐅ Repairing the door actually made it worse.

Created on: 8 Jun 2017 18:20
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Paddy007
Hello Forum,

we might have a problem with our house construction company, in addition to the issue we already have with the windows. It is the same manufacturer for both the windows and doors. The scanning unit is supplied separately.
We ordered a new door with a fingerprint scan module for our new build. On the day the door was installed, I noticed scratches all around the scanner. Some were light, others were deep scratches in the plastic. The sensor itself also had scratches.

Door with card reader on silver metal plate on white door


You can see it clearly when zooming in on the picture. It was difficult to capture with the camera.

I contacted the construction manager and the responsible employee for new builds at the company that supplies the doors to complain. The employee told me that it would be repaired and afterward would not be visible anymore, that they have their methods for that. They would also replace the scanning unit.

Today, an employee came to fix the scratches. He tried for about an hour with a wax product but admitted he couldn’t improve it further and could not do anything more. I think it actually looks worse now.

Close-up of a gray wall corner with stainless steel wall paneling and small uneven spots.


Close-up of a brushed metal surface with a black slot opening on the wall panel


Close-up of a metallic light switch with black cover on the wall


Close-up of a metal window frame with seal and gap


Also, the stainless steel trim is poorly and incorrectly fitted. The worker responsible said it couldn’t be done any other way. Strangely, it was fine with the old scanning module with the scratches on it. He also said that the door always gets scratched when sliding the stainless steel trim on. I have contacted the manufacturer of the scanning unit about this but am still waiting for a response. However, I find this very unlikely.

What do you think about these defects? What can I do now? I have again complained about the repair. What if they say there is no alternative and I have to accept it as it is? At the moment, we cannot afford a lawyer if it comes to the worst. It can’t be right that such damage appears on a new door.

Thanks for all helpful replies.
RobsonMKK12 Jun 2017 15:07
@11ant We had a conversation with the window manufacturer who took the imprints from his daughter when she was 6 or 7 years old, and they still work after 8 years.
AOLNCM12 Jun 2017 15:16
If the fingers are too narrow, depending on the model, such a device might complain about insufficient surface area.