Family and renovations don’t always go hand in hand. A common home can turn into a danger zone due to all the dust, power tools, trailing cables and open floorboards – more of a strain for infants, pets or curious kids. For Home Renovations Stroud, visit Precision Builders.
The good news is that the vast majority of accidents can be easily prevented with a handful of simple routines for your Home Renovations Stroud.
Set clear “no-go” zones
Get your contractor to map out boundaries from the onset
Leave a path through the house and to the bathroom
Block work areas with temporary barriers or stair gates
Close doors, to the extent possible and attach posters as reminders
Put a lid on dust
Dusts are an irritant to the lungs and eyes. Reduce it by:
Seal doorways with plastic sheeting
Vacuum with a real filter (not just brush)
Daily surface wipes, focusing on bedrooms
Store tools and materials safely
Make certain, at the end of every day:
All tools are stored (no tools left on window ledges or floors)
Screws, blades and the like are held within lidded tubs
Paints, adhesives and chemicals are kept away (i.e are ideally locked up)
Watch the “trip hazards”
Extension leads, offcuts and uneven thresholds are common but avoidable culprits. Check for trip hazards while you complete a fast evening sweep.
Talk through the plan
Explain to kids in simple terms what is happening and where they cannot go. It would be a good idea to put them in one safe place as well as your pet if you have pets.
If you are uncertain, enquire with your contractor for a daily clean and safe workspace check. It is such a simple request but can make a world of difference.