http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog Home Remodeling Nightmares Blog Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:13:46 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The State of Florida is known for warm winters, constant sunshine and beautiful beaches.  That is all true.  That is what brought my husband and I here to retire.  However, before deciding to relocate here, you must be informed of a very dark side of the sunshine state, the construction ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/11/23/the-hidden-dangers-of-building-in-florida/     1. It’s a professional relationship for them, though it feels deeply personal for you since it’s in your home – keep a professional distance 2. No physical contact, no hugs 3. No long personal conversations 4. Try not to get caught in your underwear, or leave personal clothing lying around 5. Go to ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/10/27/suggestions-for-single-women-handling-contractors/ My contractor and I aren't speaking anymore.  A month ago I was invited to a wedding for that family.  My contractor had been talking romantically to me for about 2 weeks before that.  He didn't expect to see me at the wedding and came strolling in, hand and hand, with ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/10/27/blurred-boundaries-and-empty-nest-syndrome/ My problems are relatively small compared to many here. But they're still causing me tremendous frustration. I hired these guys to replace my roof. I think they may have actually done a decent job but I realize now I have no way of being sure. I didn't have any doubts until ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/09/27/what-are-my-rights/ While our experience pales in comparison with others who have posted their home improvement debacles, we thought we should let fellow consumers know that one can experience problems wherever they go for home improvements. We contracted with the Matthews North Carolina Home Depot [HD] store [No. 3602] to remodel our ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/08/06/our-home-depot-nightmare/ In late 2007, I contacted S&M (CA License 891070 and phone 626-287-3806 or 888.273.1569..they change their numbers often), a father (Steve Mitchell Sr.), son (Steve Mitchell Jr.) & wife (Elva Mitchell) co, that specializes in roofing. Also needing gutters, exterior paint, and siding, I let S&M act as general contractor. ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/07/16/contractor-hell-in-ca-sm-construction-aka-the-mitchell-family/ We recently hired a contractor in Dallas to replaster and paint our entire house...approx. 6500 sq. ft.  He said he would only do it on time and materials basis and it would take about 3 weeks.  Our mistake to accept those terms.  His entire crew were Mexicans..only one spoke English.  ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/07/05/john-nuncio-in-dallas-unreliable-lies-and-steals-from-customers/ I had roof damage from ice and heavy snow. It broke 11 rafters. My insurance company hired this company. (pemco). The entire roof had to removed to replace the broken rafters. During this process several bad things happened. First of all they were continually stepping through my ceiling. Not once, ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/07/04/washington-state-roofing-nightmare/ I, too, had a journey with SEVERAL bad contractors who caused unthinkable damage to my home; were argumentative and irrational in their skewed brains; overcharged for shoddy workmanship; ignored their own contracts; denied liability; fought "tooth and nail" to avoid responsibility and to not pay for damages.... and the list ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/06/24/the-horrible-journey-to-realization/ I found this company that designed and made custom iron doors for exterior and interior.  I wanted these iron doors in my formal foyer to keep children and dogs out of the formal areas of my home.  The contractor came to my home in New Orleans on his way to ... http://contractorsfromhell.com/blog/2008/06/13/american-custom-doors-and-american-custom-doors-inc/