Clean up from other contractors

So I was asked to help out a couple that have recently had horrific experiences building their home. It all started when tragically their builder passed away prior to completion of their house. Then contractors didn’t see a weekly paycheck and they either left and never came back, or for the ones that did remain on the job shouldn’t have come back. Wires hanging out of the sofits, wires not correctly attached to outlets, hardwood floors cut short and not trimmed out, base molding issues, granite counter top issues and so much more. But I was astonished to learn about the tile popping off of the hearth around the gas fireplace, and to also learn that the wrong fireplace was installed! All this and more in a home that nearly cost two million.


We work, and expect to receive a paycheck. I get it. But what I don’t get is why so many contractors just don’t have any pride in their work. I rely on referrals. I build off of referrals.

I got a compliment today. I was compared to Mike Holmes from the TV show Holmes on Homes. I know that I will get paid. To most that should be satisfaction enough. But for me, seeing the relief on my customer’s faces. . . . . . They know with confidence that it’s all going to finally work out for them. Things are going to be made right. And to get a compliment comparing me to Mike Holmes. Priceless.