My husband and I have worked out of the home (mostly the garage) for two years. We have one guy who helps out a few days a week. I spend about half my day working for the business and the other half doing regular housewife duties. I asked the worker to knock before he comes in just so I have some kind of warning that someone other than my husband is in the house. He has slacked off a bit and, this morning, I asked my husband to remind him to please knock. I was told that it was trivial and I should ask who's there or look myself when I hear the garage door open. I insist that it's not that hard to knock. What do you guys think?
2007-03-15 09:29:44 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Its not hard to knock and I think that would be ok
2007-03-15 09:33:07 · answer #1 · answered by kingsgirl 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree that's not that hard to knock, but that it's trivial to make a big deal about it. It's not like the worker is a stranger though he is coming into your living quarters, that would make me a bit uneasy I guess. At any rate, it's not a big deal in the larger scheme of things, just remind the worker again yourself or keep the door locked so that he has no other recourse but knock (but then you'll have to go let him in every time he comes and goes...you'll soon tire of that). Good luck.
2007-03-15 09:57:58 · answer #2 · answered by Brandy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a man, I see that you do have a valid premise, especially if you're in the shower. But is it OK if the worker knocks and sticks his head in the door and say "hello! It's Bob" ? So that you still have the warning and time is saved from having to answer the door every time. If you are not satisfied then, well you have the right to make your premise stand on your foundation.
2007-03-15 09:43:59 · answer #3 · answered by element_op 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its your house and your rules. You and your husband pay the rent ....that being said then the gentleman should knock, for the reasons stated above and for your own peace of mind. Just nicely remind the worker to knock.
2007-03-15 09:45:26 · answer #4 · answered by stunna3m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you deserve a hell of a lot more respect from your husband, first. Then, the son-of-a-b_____ should definitely be knocking if that is what you want. You absolutely have the right to peace, protection and privacy in your own home. For God's sake, if you can't get that in your own home, then where can you? Stand your ground and don't let these men walk on you (or anyone else for that matter.)
2007-03-15 09:37:48 · answer #5 · answered by Alice laughing 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are right and that the worker should be respectful and knock. It's your house that you are working out of, not an office and the workers and your husband should realize this and do what you are asking.
2007-03-15 09:35:40 · answer #6 · answered by Michelle 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is YOUR house and YOUR Right so if he can not respect the fact that you are requesting this of him, then let him go and explain to your Husband that if he is to walk in on you Naked then what would he do? make it clear and this is the reason why you are requesting something like this in your home. any husband should understand and respect the wife's wishes
Other thing is you can keep door LOCKED that way anyone has to knock to be let in!
2007-03-15 09:36:54 · answer #7 · answered by Lovable 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that your husband is being less-than-sensitive about the whole thing. Why wouldn't he want his wife to feel safe in their house? Would he be ok if the other guy walked in and caught you in a compromising position? Tell you what you do: start locking the door. That way, EVERYBODY has to knock.
2007-03-15 09:36:28 · answer #8 · answered by duncanhines1920 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Since your house is also your business address you should be more tolerant of your employees. Has the thought of installing a sensor that rings or a bell over the door not entered your minds? Most businesses have a way of alerting the establishment's staff that someone has entered...why hasn't this crossed any of your minds as a workable solution?
2007-03-15 18:44:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked in an offices in people's homes before. The first time, the woman asked me to knock before entering her home. The second time, the office was in the basement and I was usually the only person in the office, so they told me just to come in the house.
Your home, your rules. It is simple enough to knock before entering.
2007-03-15 09:36:46 · answer #10 · answered by mark my words 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Knocking before coming in is a respectful thing to do, I don't feel you're being unreasonable. Talk to the worker yourself.
2007-03-15 09:52:21 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋