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Rick's Handyman Services
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Warranties offered

"Called at 5:30pm New Years Day and left a message. He called back within 5 min and told me that he would be right over�. New Years Day evening!!! They were very professional, cleaned up after they were all done (as one would expect), and charged an extremely fair rate for New Years Day! I would highly recommend. Outstanding!! Thank you so much!"
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"He came out on Saturday, June 4th and gave me a free estimate for drywalling,mudding my basement and painting my living room.  He said he can start the work on Monday, June 6th.  He was very pleasant and kept true to his estimate. On Monday he came early in the morning and painted my living room.  By Monday afternoon, he was drywalling and mudding my basement.  He was finished with my basement by Tuesday, June 7th.  

His works speaks for itself. He came in with a team of 2 and they were done so soon.  I love the outcome out my basement so much that I already made an appointment for him to paint my basement and put title on the floor."
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Saxum
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

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"They were very good. They did what we wanted at a good price. They were punctual. It looks good. They were very courteous and got the job done quickly. I recommend them and will use them again in the future.   "
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Turner Handyman Service
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"I would agree with the previous reviews regarding the lack of communication with the owner. The price was great for the value but I would caution not to pay in advance. Work- good // Customer service- Needs improvement"
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Childproofing questions, answered by experts

Many parents, especially first-time parents, agree that professional childproofing is worth it. These professional childproofing services are trained to recognize dangerous home situations that many people would overlook until it's too late. Furthermore, professional childproofing experts have access to top-of-the-line equipment you can't purchase at most stores, providing longevity and peace of mind.

The best time to hire a childproofing professional is at least three months before your due date. Although it might seem early, proper childproofing takes time, especially if you need extensive services like a pool fence. Getting your house ready now before your child is on the go only helps to protect them at all stages of life.

In many cases, you can DIY home childproofing with success. You can purchase childproofing tools like cabinet locks, outlet covers, and table-edge guards and install them easily. 

However, it's best to have a professional childproofing service work on larger projects like pool safety or furniture anchoring. These safety measures can take a lot of time and effort to DIY, plus, you want to ensure the tasks are done correctly to keep your child safe.

A professional childproofer will first survey your home to identify potentially dangerous locations, including stairs, cabinets, and pools. Once approved, your professional will order and install the safety equipment for you. 

Some ways a childproofing professional will make your home safe include:

  • Anchoring large furniture 

  • Installing safety gates

  • Installing safety latches on cabinets and drawers 

  • Covering railings that could trap a child

  • Covering electrical outlets 

  • Installing a swimming pool fence

  • Removing or covering electrical cords where possible

Yes, tamper-resistant outlets are a safe and effective way to protect children from electrical hazards. They feature a spring-loaded shutter that blocks the outlet slots when not in use, preventing a child from inserting foreign objects. While they are the safest option available, it's important to note that few things can be considered truly 'childproof.' Children may still try to imitate adults by inserting a plug, so constant supervision around any electrical device is recommended. Tamper-resistant outlets are a much safer solution than childproofing covers, which can be removed by children and may pose a choking hazard.

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