The short version
- 01Clear the work area completely.
- 02Plan a temporary kitchen or bathroom.
- 03Agree on daily start and stop times.
- 04Decide where materials and the dumpster go.
Clear and protect
Move furniture and valuables out of the work area and the path to it. Crews will protect floors, but less in the way means fewer surprises.
Plan daily life
If the kitchen is out, set up a microwave, kettle, and fridge in another room. Agree on which bathroom stays usable.
Keep one point of contact
Decide who on your side answers questions, and get the crew lead’s number. Fast answers keep the schedule on track.
Questions homeowners ask
Should pets stay home during work?
Doors open often and tools are loud. Plan to keep pets in a closed room or away for the day.
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Jacob Pro Field TeamCrew leads and superintendents
Crew leads from the concrete, framing, MEP, finish, and envelope crews write the hands-on advice in this library: what to check before work starts, what slows a job down, and what a finished job should look like.