Last month, I had my kitchen cabinets painted, and now I'm facing the consequences of poor workmanship. I hired the cheapest guy I could find on Kijiji, charging me $2,500, but he didn't sand or even remove the doors for painting. Honestly, I thought it looked okay right after he finished, but upon closer inspection, I noticed a lot of imperfections. I've tried reaching out to him for help, but he hasn't responded. Am I being too harsh? I get that $2,500 isn't a fortune, but shouldn't I expect at least average quality? Now I'm considering hiring another guy who's also quoting $2,500. Any advice on how to handle this situation?
3 Answers
It's tough, but it seems like a classic case of getting cheap work. The saying 'you get what you pay for' rings true here. You could have considered getting a quote from someone with a proven track record. For that amount, you might've even gotten new cabinets instead of just a paint job!
Honestly, you can't really expect high-quality work when you go for the lowest quote. In this case, you definitely got what you paid for. It's vital to check reviews and previous work before hiring someone. Investing a bit more time in finding a reliable contractor could save you headaches later on.
I feel you! It's really frustrating when expectations aren't met. Looking at the bright side, at least you caught the issues early. Before you hire someone else for the same price, maybe take a minute to check their previous work and get some references. It's better to be safe than sorry!