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Posted by PeterD on August 22, 2008, 9:55 am
On Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:59:15 -0500, "hawgeye"
>> Guys, I have a quick question.
>>
>> Lets say you are GC. Windows manufacturer prepares windows schedule
>> submittal for you, but windows shown on submittal are smaller than
>> those on drawings.
So you refuse to accept the incorrect windows, right? Unless you made
the mistake and specified them wrong...
>>You send this submittal to the architect. 4 weeks
>> later - still no response.
When you called the architect, what did he/she say?
>>You tell the architect that you'll start
>> framing in 4 weeks (smaller rough openings) if he doesn't tell you to
>> not to do so.
And the owner of the home rejects your work because the windows don't
match the specifications? You do have insurance right? (You'll need
it!)
>> Does that make sense?
None what so ever. First, don't accept materials that are not
acceptable, such as windows that don't match your specifications.
Second, don't make changes to the plans without *all* parties signing
off on the changes.
>> Shouldn't you wait for this submittal to be
>> approved before you proceed with framing? Especially that you know
>> that it's not the same thing as on drawings?
Absolutely wait. But take the lead, and call the architect, the owner,
and the window company. Find out who made the error and get *them* to
fix it. If you made the mistake, worse case: eBay the wrong windows,
and order new ones.
>>
>> Thank you so very much!
>>
>> - svieta
>
>It depends on how the contracts are written. Who is responsible for what?
>I'd call the window manufacturer and the architect and clear it up. I'd
>also get the owner in on it as well. You might mention additional expenses
>and delays. That usually gets their attention.
>
Agreed 100%. And if by chance you (the GC) made the mistake, be
prepared to eat the cost of the mistake.
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