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#1

Originally Posted By: ddavis
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I have a problem with a builder. He is telling my client that a small gap at the seam is normal. It has been filled chaulking. I am not an expert at this but I know that this is not right. The builder has said that the sub. inspected the counter and stated that there is nothing wrong. I need another persons opinion on this matter.


Thanks,
David Davis

#2

Originally Posted By: jrice
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David,


What kind of material is the counter top? Laminate should have a small gap say 1/16" and should be filled with matching caulk. Cultured marble or the like will also have a small hardly noticeable gap. Tile should have none. But, this sounds more like what the home owner is willing to stand for and what they are not. Sounds more like a cosmetic defect.


IMHO
Jeff

#3

Originally Posted By: jbehling
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Where is the gap? between the counter and back splash, or where the back splash meets the wall?


If there is a small gap where the back splash meets the wall I wouldn't worry about it, as long as it is not abnormally large and is sealed correctly.

#4

Originally Posted By: pdacey
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If the gap is at the seam in the laminate of the counter top (such as where two pieces of counter are joined), 1/32" would be the largest tolerable gap, for me. But I spent 12 years as a cabinet maker so I’m a little picky. We actually wouldn’t accept a seam that required to be filled at all. The seam should be tight enough that any type of filler is not required. If the seam needs to be filled then it becomes a maintenance item. Every couple of years it will need to be filled again…and again…and again.

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Slainte!


Patrick Dacey
swi@satx.rr.com
TREC # 6636
www.southwestinspections.com
#5

Originally Posted By: dharris
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If it is subject to getting wet ,I would recommend replacment or correction to prevent future damage


If the builder figures it ok, I recommend to the customer to request a statment from builder that its ok.


The builder will say anything, Will he put it in writing ?


Replacing it will cost $$$ to the builder or sub,


I would look at it as do I want to replace that top if I did not turn the liabilty to the proper party and damage occurs down the road


[dammed if I’m going to pay for it]


I found You won't make friends with the builder but you sure will get referrals from your customer with that attitude