If you have a young child or a family with young children is coming to visit, it’s important to childproof your home. Toddlers and young kids are at that (cute but) dangerous age when they like to explore their environment and test their boundaries. With these electrical and plumbing tips, you can let them explore without worrying that they could put themselves in a dangerous situation.

Electrical safety tips:

• Block little ones from sticking their fingers in electrical outlets with outlet covers
• Keep electrical cords wrapped up and out of the way where kids won’t be tempted to play with them
• Replace damaged electrical plugs and cords on appliances
• If your home has electric baseboard heaters, block them as much as possible
• Make sure all wire boxes and electrical boxes in your home are locked
• Move electrical appliances away from water, paying special attention to bathroom and kitchen counters

Plumbing safety tips:

• Keep your water heater set at 120 degrees or lower to avoid scalding water temperatures
• Use anti-scald devices on faucets and showerheads
• Install toilet seat locks and toilet tank locks

If you need help installing child-safe locks and enacting safety precautions for your Raleigh plumbing and electrical system, call Progressive Electrical Service or Progressive Plumbing and Drains!