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Upper cabinets are fastened into drywall where no studs or blocking are found at the attachment line. What should be corrected?

Correct Answer

B) Wall backing.

Wall cabinets need fasteners into adequate framing, blocking, or approved backing.

Answer Options
A
Proceed with the finish work where upper cabinets are fastened into drywall, and defer the substrate correction until punch list.
B
Wall backing.
C
Treat the item as a color or trim preference where upper cabinets are fastened into drywall, instead of correcting the finish installation requirement.
D
Accept the installer's shortcut where upper cabinets are fastened into drywall, without verifying the required product or substrate condition.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Wall cabinets need fasteners into adequate framing, blocking, or approved backing.

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