These days home remodeling is as much a pastime as it is a way of saving money by doing it yourself.
Unfortunately, some people don't realise all the dangers when doing this sort of work to their home.
Very often they have an idea, then rush out and buy all the tools and start bashing away at their property not realising that the walls may contain electric cabling or water pipes.
Here are a few tips to help you enjoy working on your property, but safely.
1.
Always wear proper protective clothing.
Many people do not think about this aspect of working.
However, if your work involves sawing or drilling for example, protective eye wear is essential.
2.
Get a plan of the property.
It is very important to know where the water, electricity, oil and gas pipes run.
Drilling or cutting into any one of these can lead to severe inconvenience or even death.
3.
Use the right tool for the job.
Many people injure themselves by not using the correct tool for the job in hand.
And it's not just the actual tool itself.
You need tools that "fit" you.
In other words they are comfortable in your hands and feel well balanced, not too heavy.
4.
Inspect tools before you start work.
Particularly electrical tools.
Check the casing for any damage, cracks or loose connections.
Try and use cordless tools if possible as this reduces trip hazard.
5.
Make sure others know what you are doing.
Inform everyone in the house of what you are doing and where you are working.
This way everyone will be aware of the fact that tools may be scattered around and take more care not to trip.
6.
Buy cordless tools.
Cordless tools are much safer to use than the corded variety.
There is less possibility of tripping someone over or cutting through the cord yourself if it's not there! Most cordless tools these days will continue to operate for long periods between charges, and have as much power as the corded type.
7.
Clear up Properly.
When you have finished, always do a thorough check on clearing up.
Nails left unnoticed on the floor for example may find their way into someone's foot for example.
By adopting a systematic approach, your own remodelling experience should be as trouble free as it is satisfying!
Unfortunately, some people don't realise all the dangers when doing this sort of work to their home.
Very often they have an idea, then rush out and buy all the tools and start bashing away at their property not realising that the walls may contain electric cabling or water pipes.
Here are a few tips to help you enjoy working on your property, but safely.
1.
Always wear proper protective clothing.
Many people do not think about this aspect of working.
However, if your work involves sawing or drilling for example, protective eye wear is essential.
2.
Get a plan of the property.
It is very important to know where the water, electricity, oil and gas pipes run.
Drilling or cutting into any one of these can lead to severe inconvenience or even death.
3.
Use the right tool for the job.
Many people injure themselves by not using the correct tool for the job in hand.
And it's not just the actual tool itself.
You need tools that "fit" you.
In other words they are comfortable in your hands and feel well balanced, not too heavy.
4.
Inspect tools before you start work.
Particularly electrical tools.
Check the casing for any damage, cracks or loose connections.
Try and use cordless tools if possible as this reduces trip hazard.
5.
Make sure others know what you are doing.
Inform everyone in the house of what you are doing and where you are working.
This way everyone will be aware of the fact that tools may be scattered around and take more care not to trip.
6.
Buy cordless tools.
Cordless tools are much safer to use than the corded variety.
There is less possibility of tripping someone over or cutting through the cord yourself if it's not there! Most cordless tools these days will continue to operate for long periods between charges, and have as much power as the corded type.
7.
Clear up Properly.
When you have finished, always do a thorough check on clearing up.
Nails left unnoticed on the floor for example may find their way into someone's foot for example.
By adopting a systematic approach, your own remodelling experience should be as trouble free as it is satisfying!
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