Dedant Building and Pest

Our inspectors at Dedant have seen all manner of houses. There are several common safety hazards that we have found through the years that you should watch out for. These various defects range from minor to potentially life-threatening. We'll go over some of the more prominent safety hazards with you in this blog. No railing on stairs In accordance with safety standards , every set of stairs is required to have at least one hand railing. This is because even a small staircase is considered a major tripping hazard. Serious trips can cause broken bones, sprains, cuts or potentially even death if you strike your head. With a handrail to hold onto, you can save yourself from minor and major injuries or worse, death. If you are lacking handrails on any set of stairs, seek to rectify this immediately. Loose railings One of the more common safety hazards is loose railings. Loose railings on stairs or balconies are another safety issue that is all too common in houses. They can potential...

As this Christmas approaches, one thing you should prepare for is keeping your home safe over the holidays. Holidays are a time where people tend to travel and be away from the house. This is the perfect time for burglars and other home invaders to strike. Unfortunately, not everyone is fortunate enough to be able to have someone to housesit for them. As such you should follow our list of tips to keep your home safe over the holidays. Lock doors and windows This is perhaps the simplest tip to follow, but it would shock you how many people forget. When burglars are interviewed and asked, they mostly broke in through an unlocked door or window. 32% of Australian burglaries occur through an unlocked door. As such, you should always ensure all doors into your home are locked when you leave. That includes gates as well. Security window screens should also be an option. Furthermore, ensure that pet doors and garage doors are secured from the inside. Intruders must not be able to reach door l...