If you had to guess what one of the most dangerous things you could do in your home was, what would your guess be? I’m fairly certain that walking up or down a stair wouldn’t come to mind for the majority of us, but unfortunately, falls down stairs are among the most common causes of injury and death in homes around the country. Of course, this is much more common among older ones and young children, but it could happen to anyone. You should make sure that your stairs are as safe as possible, even if you have neither old ones nor children in your home.
So what are some dangers involved with stairs? One common problem is if you have carpet installed on your stairs. Carpet that comes loose or that has holes in it could easily cause someone to trip. If you can’t fix the carpet, removing it altogether is your best option.
Your railings are also very important when it comes to safety in a stair. If they aren’t sturdy enough, they could give a false sense of security, and if someone puts their weight on them when stumbling, the railings could pull out of the wall and make the person fall.
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