Wow, I used to trust new construction, but this makes me wonder how widespread the brick issue is?

Omg, that hits close to home. It's wild how a tiny drift can totally wreck your setup over time. Bi-weekly checks are such a smart call, and the precision jump must feel amazing. I've seen similar slip-ups where procrastination leads to a massive headache later. Your post is a solid nudge to prioritize those routine calibrations before they spiral.