Why We Protect First
Construction happens. Dust travels. Our job is to contain it before it becomes your problem.
Construction Dust Travels
Drywall dust, wood shavings, and old caulk particles spread further than you'd expect. Full coverage means zero cleanup surprises.
Your Floors Are Vulnerable
One dropped shim or dragged tool can scratch hardwood or gouge vinyl. We lay heavy-duty drop cloths and plywood runners on high-traffic paths.
Furniture & Appliances
Kitchen counters, couches near windows, electronics — all draped and sealed before any demolition begins.
What SAWDAC Requires
PPE Requirements
- • Workers must wear appropriate clothing: pants, shirts, safety boots, hard hats, gloves
- • Lined hard hats and insulated gloves for Calgary winter installations
- • Construction-grade ladders meeting CSA standards — no damaged or extension ladders per Ontario Ministry of Labour guidelines (adopted nationwide)
Floor & Surface Protection
- • Tarps on all floors to collect debris
- • Garbage pails and vacuum cleaners positioned for immediate cleanup
- • Furniture, curtains, blinds removed or fully draped before any access to window casing
- • Interior finishes (paint, wallpaper, drywall) protected — cuts along casing/wall joints to avoid pulling away finishes
Cold-Weather Considerations (Calgary-Specific)
- • Building occupants must be able to remain comfortable indoors during winter installs
- • Sealants become stiff and hard to pump in cold — kept warm before application
- • One-component polyurethane foam won't froth as much in cold, takes longer to cure, risk of delayed expansion and frame bowing
- • Material adjustments made for sub-zero Calgary temperatures
Your Protection Plan
Before Work Begins
During Installation
After Installation
What Protection Looks Like
Real jobsite photos from Calgary installations
Questions about our process?
Every install starts with protection. If you're comparing contractors, ask them what their site protection plan looks like — then compare it to ours.
Window Wrangler Award 2023
Best Installer — GreenFox Windows & Doors