Issues and Resolutions

Track problems discovered and how they were resolved.

File Format

Create one file per issue: YYYY-MM-DD-[issue-title].md

Example: 2026-06-15-asbestos-found.md

# Issue: Asbestos Found in Kitchen Ceiling

## Discovery
- Date: 2026-06-15
- Discovered by: ABC Renovations (contractor)
- Location: Kitchen ceiling insulation
- Severity: **High** - Work halted immediately

## Description
During kitchen demo, contractor found asbestos-containing insulation material in the ceiling cavity above the kitchen. This was unexpected and not documented in the original house survey.

## Impact
- Kitchen renovation delayed by 1 week
- Additional cost: €2,000 for professional asbestos removal
- Work cannot proceed until certified removal completed
- Health risk if disturbed (respiratory hazard)

## Resolution Process
1. **2026-06-15**: Work halted, area cordoned off
2. **2026-06-16**: Called licensed asbestos removal company
3. **2026-06-18**: Professional survey and quote received (€2,000)
4. **2026-06-20**: Removal work completed by certified professionals
5. **2026-06-21**: Clearance certificate issued
6. **2026-06-22**: Kitchen demo resumed

## Final Resolution
- Asbestos professionally removed
- Clearance certificate obtained and filed
- Work resumed on schedule (only 1 week delay)
- Cost: €2,000 (covered by contingency budget)

## Contractor Responsible
- ABC Renovations (initial discovery)
- Licensed Asbestos Removal - Professional Solutions (remediation)

## Resolution Date
2026-06-21

## Learning
- Future renovations should include asbestos survey upfront
- House was built in 1975 (high asbestos risk era)
- Added note to insurance company

Example: 2026-07-10-electrical-outlet-issue.md

# Issue: Additional Electrical Outlet Needed

## Discovery
- Date: 2026-07-10
- Discovered by: Homeowners
- Location: Kitchen island area
- Severity: **Low** - Convenience issue

## Description
After demo, realized the kitchen island will have no electrical outlet nearby for appliances. Original plan didn't include this, but it was necessary for the design.

## Impact
- Added work for electrician: +€500
- Requires inspection from municipality: +€150
- Slight delay to schedule (1-2 days)
- Budget impact: €650 additional cost

## Resolution
1. **2026-07-10**: Issue identified in design review
2. **2026-07-11**: Contractor provided quote (€500 labor + materials)
3. **2026-07-12**: Approved by homeowners
4. **2026-07-13-14**: Electrical work completed
5. **2026-07-15**: Municipal inspection passed

## Contractor Responsible
- Electrician: John Smith (Direct contact: +31 6 123456789)

## Resolution Date
2026-07-15

## Cost
- Approved change order: €650
- Total kitchen budget impact: +€650 (within contingency)