How should a handyman prepare clients for noise, dust, or disruption during a job?

Q: How should a handyman prepare clients for noise, dust, or disruption during a job?

Direct answer: Before starting, warn clients exactly where dust/noise will happen, what you'll protect, and what access you'll need from them. Practical steps Pre-job warning: Explain noise/dust windows (start time, loud tasks, cleanup time). Protection plan: Describe what you'll cover/seal and what you need them to move. Access rules: Confirm pets, kids, parking, and which rooms are off-limits. Next step: Text a "day-before disruption notice" with times, affected areas, and prep requests.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Before starting, warn clients exactly where dust/noise will happen, what you'll protect, and what access you'll need from them.

Practical steps

Pre-job warning: Explain noise/dust windows (start time, loud tasks, cleanup time).
Protection plan: Describe what you'll cover/seal and what you need them to move.
Access rules: Confirm pets, kids, parking, and which rooms are off-limits.

Next step: Text a "day-before disruption notice" with times, affected areas, and prep requests.