Home Improvement: Renovating The House With The Children

Home renovation is already difficult as it is – more so when there are children living in the house. The right strategy is needed to ensure that the construction is completed more quickly (which would make everyone happy) and more safely.

Prepare the family early

While children react differently to changes, parents play a huge part in preparing them and making them understand what would be going on. It is in the best interest of every member of the family that the children see that the renovation would result in something positive, even if there are days that could be trying for them.

The children might also have to change some habits they are already used to doing depending on the parts of the house that need to be renovated.

Protect the quality of air

During construction, keeping the quality of the air high should be prioritized as dust and other particulates can cause short- and long-term damage to the health. Necessary measures, such as installing plastic sheeting, sealing vents, and vacuuming during construction, should be taken to protect the children from allergies, asthma, or other illnesses.

Involve the children

It is a great idea to allow the children to be involved in the process. For example, they can help with some construction projects provided they are supervised by adults or by documenting the renovation as it unfolds. But if the renovation proves too hazardous or difficult to handle for the children, they should not be forced to be involved.

Joe Ciringione of Providence, Rhode Island

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