Hi,
I am renovating a flat to live in, and it is at the final week.
Last week, I went to meet the contractor in the flat.
I realized that the 'Kitchen Cabinet' and 'Toilet Cabinet' colors were flipped.
(they were completely opposite colors, so I am quite annoyed)
I was very explicit with the colors on WhatsApp when I stated color choices (with color codes from his booklet + photo of the booklet).
I have all sorts of evidence that I was crystal-clear on what color goes to which cabinet.
The contractor told me Saturday that there was "communication error" (i.e., his mistake) and he will give me $5000 discount (Originally $26000 on kitchen and toilet cabinets on the contract).
I said this is definitely not acceptable, and not much conversation went through after that.
I do understand that he did install some sort of cabinet, so I should pay some % of the $26000.
But at the same time, redoing all the cabinet with the color combination I like will cost at least $26000 in the future.
For me, the max I am willing to pay is 50% of the cabinet price listed on the contract.
If the contractor refuses, I plan to say: "feel free to re-do the cabinet based on the choices stated, or take legal action".
Not sure if this is reasonable request, am I being too harsh, or am I being too lenient on the contractor?
Any thoughts to share?
Thanks!