Bartholomew Home Improvement Urges Wilmington Families to Check for Fall Hazards

Bartholomew Home Improvement & Remodeling is urging Wilmington families to check for fall hazards in their homes as the holiday season approaches. The company, an owner-operated business focused on home renovation in Wilmington, North Carolina, is encouraging families to walk through their homes and look for the hazards that often lead to falls, such as loose steps, slick tubs, and doorways without handrails.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor. The CDC reports that about 4.5 million emergency department visits each year are due to falls among older people, and falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries for older adults. The CDC lists home hazards such as broken or uneven steps and throw rugs or clutter that can be tripped over as risk factors that can be changed to help prevent falls.

Bathrooms are a common focus when older relatives visit or move in. The company suggests that features such as walk-in showers, grab bars, and slip-resistant flooring can be planned in from the beginning. Outdoor steps and decks deserve the same attention, especially in a coastal climate. As deck builders in Wilmington, North Carolina, homeowners call for repairs and replacements, the company recommends checking for loose boards, wobbly railings, and uneven stairs before guests arrive.

Kitchens are another common focus when older relatives visit or move in. A kitchen remodel in Wilmington, North Carolina, households can include better lighting, clear walkways, and easier-to-reach storage. For families planning to have a parent live with them full time, home additions in Wilmington, North Carolina, projects can create a first-floor bedroom and bath so stairs are no longer part of the daily routine.

Bartholomew Home Improvement & Remodeling can be reached at (910) 885-8797. The company, founded by Allan Bartholomew in 2004, provides kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home additions, decks, and general home improvement in Wilmington, New Hanover County, and Brunswick County, with an in-house crew for carpentry, painting, flooring, and trim.