Why you need to keep an eye on Contractors

As those of you who have been following me know, I am in the process of a full rehab. The majority was completed while I was on leave from the merchant navy over summer. The last bits being completed,while I have been back at work.

The work has been carried out by our usual contractor who is also a friend. We have worked together on two full rehabs before this and countless other small jobs.

The property is a period property over 100 years old and we have completely updated it. As a result we wanted to keep some period features. What better way than a period fireplace right?

My wife just send me the picture below 

Spot the mistake? No chance of us lighting this fire.

Lesson learned- Even with experienced contractors you know and have worked with before,you need to manage them!