This job was a way for me to make money so that I can pay my guys, was an actual quote from David about my project. He said this after I terminated his contract for poor workmanship. If you want to make money and not suffer consequences, then dont admit what your motive was for taking a project.
David did not seem to have any remorse for the absolute poor job he did on my driveway. He said he felt bad but didnt show it and actions speak louder than words. After he made a fatal error of not ordering enough concrete to satisfy my project, it was almost as if he wanted me to kick him off site. To get him to come back and see the poor job, was difficult to do. To get him come up with a plan to rectify the situation, was difficult to do. I did more coordinating of my own project, than a contractor whose slogan is we do concrete right. He didnt do my concrete right, not even close.
He talked a big game. But he plays small.
Notice how this review doesnt even mention what happened during the project? Well, Ill leave these pictures below to show everyone what it was like. I hope no one ever has to go through what I went through with David.
The grading was done poorly.
There were no chalk lines or stakes in the ground to indicate the top of slab heights.
There were no forms in place for transitions.
He didnt put ¾ clear gravel like he told me he would. He put limestone screening.
The broom finish was so rough that I could grate cheese on it.
The concrete was spread too thin in certain areas causing it to break when stepped on.
The day of the pour when things went wrong, he didnt even call me to tell me.
Theres more. But I am just too tired to mention it.
Even all my neighbours and passers by, who walked in the laneway behind my house, were disappointed in the job that was done by David. These same people were so happy when I had David's mess torn up and redone.
I will get my money back David, one way or another.
- Approximate cost of services:
- $13,000.00