This should be a conversation starter!

He was told in no uncertain terms to put it out. But politely by Bob.  I'd left the house before he arrived.  As I already disliked him immensely. It may not be our house.  But it's still our home,  however temporary.

Are there other reasons for disliking him immensly, apart from his smoking?

His smoking has nothing to do with my dislike of the man. His personality and giving other trade professionals a bad name with his shoddy work.