Signs You Hired the Wrong Furniture Assembler (and What to Do Next)

Jul 15

Written By Shaun

Hiring someone to assemble your furniture should make life easier. But sometimes, things don’t go as planned. Maybe your assembler is late, unprepared, or leaves you with a wobbly mess instead of a solid piece of furniture.

At 6IX Assembly, we’re often called to fix bad assembly jobs. Here’s how to spot the red flags early—and what you can do if you’ve already hired the wrong person.

1. They Show Up Late or Don’t Show Up at All

🚩 The problem: Poor time management is usually the first sign of unprofessionalism. If they can’t respect your time, chances are they won’t respect your furniture either.

✅ What to do:

If they’re running late, ask for an ETA and reason.
If they’re a no-show, don’t rebook—move on to a more reliable service.

2. They Don’t Have the Right Tools

🚩 The problem: A pro should bring proper tools for any assembly job. If they show up with just an Allen key and expect you to provide the rest, that’s a bad sign.

✅ What to do:

Politely stop the job if it’s clear they’re unprepared.
Hire a company that brings all the right tools (like us!).

3. They Work Sloppily

🚩 The problem: Missing screws, misaligned panels, scratched floors—sloppy work usually leads to long-term issues like wobbly furniture or safety risks.

✅ What to do:

Inspect their work before paying.
If you notice mistakes, ask for corrections immediately.
If they refuse, call a professional to reassemble or fix it properly.

4. They Ignore Safety Steps

🚩 The problem: Tall furniture like wardrobes and bookshelves must be anchored to the wall. If they skip this, it can be dangerous for kids and pets.

✅ What to do:

Double-check tall or heavy items after they leave.
If they didn’t secure it, call a trusted pro to install proper safety anchors.

5. They Rush Through the Job

🚩 The problem: If they’re working unusually fast just to get to the next job, quality will suffer. Rushed assembly often means loose screws, weak joints, or missing parts.

✅ What to do:

Ask them to double-check stability before leaving.
If it still feels unstable, have a professional re-tighten and secure everything.

6. They Leave a Mess Behind

🚩 The problem: A professional assembler should leave your space clean and organized, not covered in cardboard, plastic, and scattered screws.

✅ What to do:

If they didn’t clean up, it’s a sign they don’t care about customer experience.
Next time, choose a white-glove service that includes cleanup and packaging removal.

7. They Can’t Handle Complex Pieces

🚩 The problem: Some assemblers can manage a basic nightstand but freeze when faced with a wardrobe with drawers, sliding doors, or lighting kits.

✅ What to do:

If you see them struggling, stop them before they cause damage.
Hire an experienced team that’s handled hundreds of complex pieces before.

What to Do If You Got a Bad Assembly Job

If you already hired the wrong person and your furniture isn’t built properly:

Document the issues – Take photos of poor assembly work.
Contact the assembler – Give them a chance to fix it (if you trust they can).
Call a professional – Often it’s faster and cheaper to have an expert disassemble and rebuild it correctly.
Leave an honest review – Save others from the same mistake.

How 6IX Assembly Fixes Bad Assembly Jobs

We’re often called in after a DIY attempt or a poor assembly service. Here’s what we do differently:

✅ Careful disassembly & inspection
✅ Proper reassembly using correct tools & techniques
✅ Secure wall-mounting for safety
✅ Full cleanup & packaging disposal

We don’t just assemble—we make sure it’s done right, safe, and durable.