Recap and Request for Advice

What happens here

The electrician reiterates the problem: 18 volts at the transformer but only 10 volts reaching the smart doorbell, causing it to constantly cycle on and off. He expresses concern that to fix this, he might need to run new wiring from the transformer to the doorbell and potentially get a new chime, which would be costly and result in him losing money on the job. He then asks for advice from viewers on how to resolve this 'tough situation' without incurring significant additional expenses.

Goal: Understand the full scope of the electrical problem and seek solutions.