The devil is in remodel details

Bought a new home? Remodeling? A large construction project is like a giant jigsaw puzzle, but with as many as 10,000 pieces that don’t always come together exactly as they should. Thus, some contractor flubs are to be expected.

Here are some common problems to watch for:

* Interior and exterior painting goofs, such as wrong colors, poor preparation and skimpy coverage.

* Drywall cracks (from moisture or settling) and nail heads that protrude above wall or flooring surfaces.

* Other areas of concern deal with moisture -- leaks in windows, roofs, pipes, crawl spaces (due to bad drainage) and expanded hardwood floor joints caused by humidity.

From Associated Press