Hello everyone,
Over the weekend, the roofer completed the sealing of the floor-to-ceiling elements. This was done afterwards, as I was not informed about it at the time. I then hired a different roofer, who seemed competent to me. In my opinion, his work looks very neat, and I felt that he did his best. His steps were:
1) cleaned with a cleaning agent
2) sanded the window surfaces
3) applied liquid waterproofing membrane
4) embedded fleece
5) applied a second coat
6) he had to cut out the insulation foam on the sides of the windows, which he will close again in the coming days.
The attached photo shows the entrance door.
At the same time, the landscaping contractor also started his work. It was agreed that he would only set the edging stones initially, and he was also supposed to apply a thick coating. However, his assistant started and set the first edging stones without applying any thick coating. When I asked about the thick coating, he seemed confused because he said he was only told to set the edging stones.
I requested a meeting with the foreman, who told me by phone that the thick coating would be applied later, which I found illogical. His worker then said it was not a problem and that he would still be able to access the area later.
The foreman came later, and I brought it up again, insisting on the thick coating, otherwise, I would not be satisfied. He reassured me and said that as a former master mason, he knows how to handle it, and in the end, I could still report anything I was not happy with. I told him that such things should be discussed beforehand, questioning the point of doing the work otherwise. He then assured me that everything would be done as agreed. Upon further inquiry, he said the sequence was changed due to a lack of workers caused by holidays, so they would set the edging stones first. Only a few have been set so far.
What do you think? Is it still possible to apply the thick coating properly after the edging stones are set? And how should the sealing be done exactly? (What I understand so far is that the connection from the footing over the waterproofing membrane is important, then over the brickwork.)
He also told me that the finishing strip for the dimpled membrane is not necessary – only possibly for a rendered facade. Is that correct?
At the end, I looked a bit skeptical, and he told me: “don’t be so suspicious, everything will be fine.”
By now, I am considering applying the thick coating myself.
Thanks
P.S.: I have not paid a cent yet.
Over the weekend, the roofer completed the sealing of the floor-to-ceiling elements. This was done afterwards, as I was not informed about it at the time. I then hired a different roofer, who seemed competent to me. In my opinion, his work looks very neat, and I felt that he did his best. His steps were:
1) cleaned with a cleaning agent
2) sanded the window surfaces
3) applied liquid waterproofing membrane
4) embedded fleece
5) applied a second coat
6) he had to cut out the insulation foam on the sides of the windows, which he will close again in the coming days.
The attached photo shows the entrance door.
At the same time, the landscaping contractor also started his work. It was agreed that he would only set the edging stones initially, and he was also supposed to apply a thick coating. However, his assistant started and set the first edging stones without applying any thick coating. When I asked about the thick coating, he seemed confused because he said he was only told to set the edging stones.
I requested a meeting with the foreman, who told me by phone that the thick coating would be applied later, which I found illogical. His worker then said it was not a problem and that he would still be able to access the area later.
The foreman came later, and I brought it up again, insisting on the thick coating, otherwise, I would not be satisfied. He reassured me and said that as a former master mason, he knows how to handle it, and in the end, I could still report anything I was not happy with. I told him that such things should be discussed beforehand, questioning the point of doing the work otherwise. He then assured me that everything would be done as agreed. Upon further inquiry, he said the sequence was changed due to a lack of workers caused by holidays, so they would set the edging stones first. Only a few have been set so far.
What do you think? Is it still possible to apply the thick coating properly after the edging stones are set? And how should the sealing be done exactly? (What I understand so far is that the connection from the footing over the waterproofing membrane is important, then over the brickwork.)
He also told me that the finishing strip for the dimpled membrane is not necessary – only possibly for a rendered facade. Is that correct?
At the end, I looked a bit skeptical, and he told me: “don’t be so suspicious, everything will be fine.”
By now, I am considering applying the thick coating myself.
Thanks
P.S.: I have not paid a cent yet.
guckuck2 schrieb:
It looked exactly like that in the picture. But if that is just a "work in progress," then it should be fine (I would still make sure before the area is closed off with a cover panel)Could you please explain this in more detail? What does this cover panel look like, and how should it be installed?
Thank you
Earlier, I had a serious disagreement with the landscape contractor because I was unhappy with the process and removed the waterproofing from the scope of work. He then lost his temper and kicked the curbstones with full force, but they held up really well.
He also said, "Just because Google says something doesn’t mean you should believe every piece of crap online."
I replied, "Well, it’s not just Google that says that."
To be fair, he had already delivered some materials (curbstones, sand, and cement), so I only had two options:
- Either I pay for his materials and end everything,
- or he completes the remaining work.
I chose option 2. As long as he does the work properly, I can accept that.
I’m the kind of person who doesn’t give up immediately; maybe he is dealing with some personal issues and reacted that way. While it’s not my problem, I try to be patient. I could also smell alcohol—he had clocked off earlier. (Still, I find it strange to approach a customer like that.)
He also said, "Just because Google says something doesn’t mean you should believe every piece of crap online."
I replied, "Well, it’s not just Google that says that."
To be fair, he had already delivered some materials (curbstones, sand, and cement), so I only had two options:
- Either I pay for his materials and end everything,
- or he completes the remaining work.
I chose option 2. As long as he does the work properly, I can accept that.
I’m the kind of person who doesn’t give up immediately; maybe he is dealing with some personal issues and reacted that way. While it’s not my problem, I try to be patient. I could also smell alcohol—he had clocked off earlier. (Still, I find it strange to approach a customer like that.)