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Forrestworx llc

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We are a newly established, small business, offering an array of services from landscaping to carpentry, mechanical services, building, and fabrication. There’s no job that we will turn down. We complete jobs safely and efficiently. fully insured and we offer free estimates.

We are a newly established, small business, offering an array of services from landscaping to carpentry, mechanical services, building, and fabrication. There’s no job that we will turn down. We complete jobs safely and efficiently. fully insured and we offer free estimates.

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Soucys property improvements llc

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Soucys property improvements llc is your go-to handyman. over 15 years experience on improving properties.

"Great! He kept in touch and arrived when he said he would. He is clean and personable. He was able to finish within his estimated time for this project."

Robin B on July 2024

Soucys property improvements llc is your go-to handyman. over 15 years experience on improving properties.

"Great! He kept in touch and arrived when he said he would. He is clean and personable. He was able to finish within his estimated time for this project."

Robin B on July 2024

Brewer Fence Co

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Brewer Fence Co

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Brewer Fence Company is a small family business serving a large area of the state. We generally have 3-5 employees at any given time. We offer onsite estimates at no cost to you, and now we have financing available. a

Brewer Fence Company is a small family business serving a large area of the state. We generally have 3-5 employees at any given time. We offer onsite estimates at no cost to you, and now we have financing available. a

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 average cost of childproofing services is $410. This cost can range from $190 to $630 or more, depending on the size of your home and what services you need. 

The location of the childproofing additions also plays a vital role in the overall cost. For example, a bathroom is relatively small and costs about $150 to fully childproof. However, if you have a swimming pool, you could spend as much as $1,500 to $10,000 to make it entirely safe for small children, including adding a pool fence.

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

While tamper-resistant outlets are effective at protecting children from the dangerous electrical outlets, few things can be truly childproof. Children may still try to imitate their parents and adults by inserting a plug into the tamper-resistant outlet. Hiding outlets behind childproofing covers is not an effective solution to this, as those covers can be removed or even swallowed. Tamper-resistant outlets are the safest option to keep children safe in your home, but be sure to always keep a close eye on young children around any outlets or electrical devices.

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.

The Mount Desert, ME homeowners’ guide to childproofing services

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