Is it time for an office refurb or perhaps a few small changes to make room? NexGen Tradies are your go to for all office refurbishments, changes, or even just changing doors or adding shelves.
The COVID-19 pandemic has irrevocably changed the way we work. Lockdowns have put some businesses on pause, while others have transitioned to a mixture of home/office work.
Even in businesses that have thrived during the pandemic, COVID has dictated change, making employers more conscious of hygiene.
While change can be frustrating, it can also present opportunities.
For example, while your workplace is less occupied, it’s the perfect time for an office makeover!
NexGen Tradies is here to help you come up with ways to revamp your workspace.
Here’s what we suggest:
- COVID-conscious changes
Firstly, consider “COVID-conscious” changes. These could include measures to improve social distancing andreduce infection risk.
Such strategies have multiple benefits in the current climate. They reassure employees and clients that you care about their well-being, set you up in advance in case of a COVID-19 outbreak, and help to minimise staff sick days due to usual winter illnesses.
REDUCE INFECTION RISK
Changes you can consider include installing:
- “contactless” office amenities (automatic coffee machines, hand-dryers, doors)
- hand sanitising stations
- neweasy-to-cleansurfacesin communal areas like kitchens
You might also consider improving airflow by adjusting air conditioning or reconfiguring windows and/or vents.
IMPROVE SOCIAL DISTANCING
Social distancing is one of the best ways to reduce the risk of employees contracting COVID-19, the flu or colds.
Effective strategies include introducing:
- “cubicle” office spaces
- sneeze guards or dividers
- increased space between desks andin high-traffic areas
- signs and posters remindingeveryone to socially distance.
At NexGen Tradies, our expert team of handymen can help you install new furniture and amenities, taking away the stress of reading instructions and finding parts.
2. Minor repairs and maintenance you’ve been putting off!
When your office is looking great, it improves the customer experience, employee morale and your business’ reputation.
NexGen Tradies can help you with all kinds of repairs, from plumbing to electrical, lighting or broken tiles. No job is too small!
NexGen Tradies Tip: Take advantage of low-traffic periods
We recommend using low-traffic times wisely! Book maintenance or repair work with us when you know things will be less busy. This will ensure minimal interruption to your business.
3. Boost productivity and focus
If your business was temporarily closed due to COVID, morale among your employees may have taken a hit. Revamping the office can give your staff a boost!
Making changes can make your employees feel appreciated, improving productivity.
DESKS & CHAIRS
If you have not renovated recently, your desks may be past their ‘use-by date’. For better health outcomes, consider dual sitting/standing desks that allow employees to change their position during the workday.
NexGen Tradies can help you measure, install and assemble new desks.
Replace or repair broken or faulty furniture to reduce injury/strain risk. Our specialised handyman services can help!
ROOM DIVIDERS/CUBICLES
Oncetrendy, open-plan offices aren’t ideal in the current climate.
Research shows that an open-plan layout fosters illness and that many employees complainnoise levels makeit challenging to get work done.
For healthier outcomes and better productivity, consider converting open spaces into smaller “breakout rooms” or cubicles.
LIGHTING
Good lighting benefits everyone. Use low-traffic times to replace old fluorescents with brighter lights. Sustainable bulbs alsoreduce environmental impact.
NexGen Tradies has a crack team of electricians who’d love to help!
LITTLE EXTRAS
Other small touches can give the office a lift.
Consider:
- plants or decorative items
- suitable flooring for those using standing desks
- using wall space for planning/notes (writable glass or other modern board options).
We can help install or fit these extras with minimal fuss!
Top-notch office makeovers from NexGen Tradies
NexGen Tradies are a collective of qualified, insured, capable tradesmen and handymen. We offer services across many areas, including:
- plumbing and electrical
- painting
- roofing, walls and ceilings
- office strip-outs
- general handyman services.
We’d love to help you make your office look its best and be even more functional – to find out how we can help, give us a call on 0468 484 382 or visit our website.
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