The crooked screw on the side of the dishwasher...
The problem isn't really that it's crooked; sometimes you have to do that to find solid material to screw into. But that's probably not the case here.
The problem is that the handyman doesn't understand the basics that a screw can withstand enormous load lengthwise with barely any laterally due to the large protrusion. You can never pull that screw out with your fingers, but you can easily bend it.
Think of a nail that refuses to be pulled out; you bend it a few times back and forth, and it breaks off.
But the dishwasher manufacturer states it should be screwed from the side?
Yes, but it should be screwed tight against the wall; then the screw can't be bent. If it's not tight, you make it tight with a small wooden block or whatever you have on hand.
The problem isn't really that it's crooked; sometimes you have to do that to find solid material to screw into. But that's probably not the case here.
The problem is that the handyman doesn't understand the basics that a screw can withstand enormous load lengthwise with barely any laterally due to the large protrusion. You can never pull that screw out with your fingers, but you can easily bend it.
Think of a nail that refuses to be pulled out; you bend it a few times back and forth, and it breaks off.
But the dishwasher manufacturer states it should be screwed from the side?
Yes, but it should be screwed tight against the wall; then the screw can't be bent. If it's not tight, you make it tight with a small wooden block or whatever you have on hand.
Ah, there it is, the classic. How much do you think this work is worth? Do you really think it was as little as the customer paid? And if you think the customer got what they paid for, then I believe everyone else perceives your valuation of really lousy work as very high. I can gladly come to you and deliver equivalent quality for that price. Deal?A anr145 said:
It was a well-prepared quote and not a cheap under-the-table job. I acted under the assumption of hiring a craftsman, plain and simple, with a company and everything. I hired a company because I am unskilled in craftsmanship.J JPW said:
"why even have thresholds"
there are several reasons, most floor manufacturers classify it as an installation error not to separate the floor between different rooms.
Then it's not entirely uncommon for the subfloor to slope in various directions, so you actually have to divide the floor.
But when installing a threshold, it should not be screwed down so that it cracks, and you shouldn't stub your toes on any screws.
there are several reasons, most floor manufacturers classify it as an installation error not to separate the floor between different rooms.
Then it's not entirely uncommon for the subfloor to slope in various directions, so you actually have to divide the floor.
But when installing a threshold, it should not be screwed down so that it cracks, and you shouldn't stub your toes on any screws.
First time commenting on this forum.
And I find most similar threads extremely picky and lacking understanding of craftsmanship and wood materials.
But! This is probably one of the worst I've seen.
Simple and very common tasks to perform, and completely failed at every step.
Was a carpenter for 15 years and a foreman/project manager for 2 years, and have never seen anything like it.
And unfortunately, this is where the construction industry is heading.
Dispute the invoice and threaten to expose them online if they have an official page.
Sorry that you've encountered such a "craftsman."
There are actually still people with "professional pride," although most, like me, change industry.
And I find most similar threads extremely picky and lacking understanding of craftsmanship and wood materials.
But! This is probably one of the worst I've seen.
Simple and very common tasks to perform, and completely failed at every step.
Was a carpenter for 15 years and a foreman/project manager for 2 years, and have never seen anything like it.
And unfortunately, this is where the construction industry is heading.
Dispute the invoice and threaten to expose them online if they have an official page.
Sorry that you've encountered such a "craftsman."
There are actually still people with "professional pride," although most, like me, change industry.
Thank you so much for the support! I'm working on writing objective and fact-based feedback with pictures to the craftsman. It feels tough to send it off. This is an excellent encouragement forum, and I'm grateful for all the tips etc.J JPW said:
Wow, what an educational answer! Learning things here. Thanks! I'll check this with my frame.Heij83 said:
It wasn't a cheap under-the-table job.A anr145 said:
