“I Found Someone Who Will Do It Cheaper”: 30 Regretful Times People Tried To Save On Renovations

Some folks, however, venture intocheapskateterritory, and the group"I found someone who will do it cheaper"shares these kinds of fails and shames them. These might just be the perfect examples that paying a professional to do a good job will probably pay off tenfold in the future.

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Crown molding installed unevenly above kitchen cabinets as a cheap construction fail.

Funny cheap construction fail with misaligned black kitchen cabinets and uneven wall paint.

Uneven tile alignment causing a mismatched floor pattern. Funny cheap construction fail.

Most people would like to be able to fix up theirhomeswithout breaking the bank. Some choose to do it themselves, others pay professionals. But even hiring the so-called professionals doesn’t always pan out and can leave you with fails similar to those in this list.If you’ve ever hired someone to dorenovationsor some fixing for you, chances are they might’ve disappointed you in some way. Maybe the materials they used were of low quality, perhaps the workers weren’t as experienced as they needed to be for that particular job. Whatever the reason, now you’re left with some shoddy-looking fix.

If you’ve ever hired someone to dorenovationsor some fixing for you, chances are they might’ve disappointed you in some way. Maybe the materials they used were of low quality, perhaps the workers weren’t as experienced as they needed to be for that particular job. Whatever the reason, now you’re left with some shoddy-looking fix.

Funny cheap construction fail with a TV mount pulling drywall off the wall.

Regretfully ended up paying 4 times the cost of a solid door for “unforseen factors” not accounted for

Bathroom construction fail with curved tile cutout missing from the floor.

Painted-over keypad on a wall, showcasing a cheap construction fail.

Documenting the issues can also come in handy, as then you’ll have proof of the damage. You can document how everything looks at the very end, but you can also take pictures as the process is going on. You just might capture the moment when things startedgoing south.

Brick column wrapped in plastic after construction fail, outside a store.

Bathtub with messy caulking exemplifying cheap construction fails.

Ceiling fan blades hitting walls in a cheap construction fail.

The experts at Landes Bloch also recommend keeping any recorded conversations with the contractor about the issue. Written notes about the issues you notice during theconstructionor renovation process can come in handy too. That includes the date when you discovered the issue, detailed descriptions, and any conversations between you and the contractor.

Funny cheap construction fail with poorly aligned wooden beams in an attic.

Door obstructing toilet in a bathroom, showcasing a funny cheap construction fail.

Wooden beam secured with zip ties, showcasing a funny construction fail.

A contractor might be liable to fix their mistakes if their work isn’t up to “reasonable standards.” However, what the “reasonable standards” actually are can be a point of contention. If you want to be thorough, you can get another professional’s opinion, this time, preferably, from one that is not your budget option.

Poorly aligned baseboards at a corner, showcasing a funny cheap construction fail.

Cheap construction fail with kitchen cabinets blocking the door.

Uneven tile flooring showing a humorous construction fail.

As Tommy Mitchell of Mitchell Construction Groupwrites, a too-good-to-be-true price will often be just that. “The problem is that if you focus solely on cutting costs, chances are good you’ll end up cutting corners,” he claims. He has three main tips for people who don’t want to pay twice: choose high-quality materials, be prepared to spend more on high-quality work, and choose a reputable renovation company.

Roof made of layered rubber tires showcasing a humorous cheap construction fail.

A white door installed upside down, showcasing cheap construction fails with tools on the floor.

Bedroom with a gravel walkway as flooring, illustrating a funny cheap construction fail.

When choosing renovation products (and this applies even when you’re doing a DIY project), always go for high quality. Mitchell explains that even reputable brands manufacture cheaper, low-cost alternatives for big chain stores: “On closer inspection, the actual products and part numbers are different,” he explains. So, it’s always better to buy them from a reputable commercial supplier."

Funny cheap construction fail with a pipe labeled “I’m an idiot, have a beer on me” and money taped to it.

Staircase abruptly cut off at floor level, a funny cheap construction fail.

A humorous construction fail with a bathtub blocked by a tiled step, making it unusable.

Most contractors who are good at their jobs know it and ask for the appropriate compensation for their high-quality work. “No contractor can stay in business if they’re not making money,” Mitchell explains the simple logic. If a pro is asking for less money than their competitors, chances are they’re using lower quality materials and paying their workers less.

Funny cheap construction fails with an oddly shaped extension and blue tarp roof on a house.

Exposed electrical wires and a loose outlet highlight a cheap construction fail in a wall installation.

Unstable wooden deck corner showing funny construction fails with layers of misaligned beams.

Crooked wooden wall alignment showcasing a funny construction fail.

Toilet placed too close to the wall, a classic example of cheap construction fails.

Two construction workers building a brick wall with uneven, funny cheap construction fails.

She gives an example of over-communication with your painters. “If you ask for closets to be painted, outline each closet’s location, color, difference in wall vs. ceiling vs trim paint colors, and the number of total closets that should be painted. You don’t want anything to be overlooked.”

Rooftop with shingles leading awkwardly onto another roof, illustrating a cheap construction fail.

Funny construction fail with makeshift stairs made of wooden pallets leading to a house door.

Kitchen with misaligned cabinetry, illustrating a funny cheap construction fail.

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Amateur plumbing job with bent copper pipes, showcasing cheap construction fails in a water heater installation.

Stovetop installed beneath cabinet, exemplifying funny, cheap construction fails.

Uneven tile floor alignment showcasing funny cheap construction fails.

Slanted wooden stairs in a construction site, showcasing a funny cheap construction fail.

Funny construction fail with a misaligned heating valve protruding through a hardwood floor.

Amateur plumbing setup with water tank poorly secured to the ceiling, showcasing funny cheap construction fails.

Cheap construction fail with misaligned wooden deck supported by uneven blocks.

Misaligned baseboard corner showing funny cheap construction fail with a measuring tool on a wooden floor.

Cheap construction fail with misaligned tile placement around a fireplace opening.

DIY concrete steps with uneven yellow mortar, illustrating a funny cheap construction fail.

Sloped backyard with wooden beams poorly supporting a structure, illustrating funny cheap construction fails.

Urinal awkwardly installed on a balcony, showcasing a funny construction fail with a city view in the background.

Funny cheap construction fail with a staircase railing leading directly into a wall.

Funny cheap construction fail with porch stairs leading to a wall.