If your pet is friendly, let them meet and sniff the contractors who will be entering and exiting the home. Allowing them to familiarize with scents and voices may make them more at ease during the overall experience, even if those voices are out of sight for the better part of each day.

Eliminate the risk of a pet escaping out of a propped door by keeping the animal safely crated, or in a comfortable, locked space of its own during the workday. A little inconvenience for the pet far outweighs the dangers of allowing a pet to be underfoot or unleashed in a construction zone.

Get your pet out and about more often to escape the noises associated with construction. Take longer walks through the neighborhood or drives in the car. Frequent local parks, fenced backyards or homes belonging to friends. Dedicate lunch breaks to your pet to give them a midday opportunity to stretch their legs, get some exercise and hear a familiar voice.

Getting your pet out of the home entirely is another popular option for some homeowners. Completely eliminating the risk for distress during construction hours is a favorable option for pets with certain temperaments, and you’ll rest easier during the workday knowing that your pet is cared for, comfortable and getting plenty of attention.