Childproofing Your New House in Denver

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

A fantastic occasion to childproof your new residence is right after the moving company in Denver gets there to unload your things. Then, you are able to arrange your house as well as take care of safety issues in a single swoop. Having said that, when you are moving isn’t the only time you ought to be aware of things that are dangerous for your children. You should regularly go through your residence room by room and ensure there are no issues within reach.

Kitchen: It is essential in the kitchen to put safety latches on all cupboard doors you do not want little ones opening up and closing-especially all of the cabinets holding cleansers as well as other dangerous items. Other options include: 

• Storing all cleaning products up out of reach
• Putting covers on all outlets
• Locking all drawers which contain sharp objects
• Keeping glass bottles as well as other breakables out of reach

Bathrooms: Water is very hazardous to small children. Toilets may require an infant locking mechanism to make sure they're shut, and you will need to make sure to never leave water standing in your tub. Additionally, consider turning your hot water heater down so that no potentially scalding water will come streaming out the faucets. Additionally be sure to: 

• Put covers on all outlets
• Lock cupboards containing chemicals/cleansers
• Make certain youngsters have no ability to access prescription medications

Living Spaces: Sharp edges are a big risk factor in communal locations. When toddlers are beginning to move around, it’s easy to hit heads and tumble into corners. Safety buffers will go a long way in order to make these things less dangerous. Other points to consider are: 

• No looped cables on window blinds or window treatments
• No loose power cords
• Safety covers on electric outlets
• Move large books as well as other items that can be yanked off shelves out of reach
• Secure household furniture to the wall to avoid tipping
• No climbing access from piece of furniture to potentially dangerous high places (for instance windows)

It is also a smart idea to take precautions for bigger hazards. Stairwells might need gates to circumvent kids from going up or falling down. Rooms you do not prefer little ones to access could be secured with childproof handles. Swimming pools require locked gates. Remember-anything that looks like fun will likely be the target for exploration sometime in the future. Hence, as the moving company in Denver is unloading your things and you are unpacking at your new home, spend some time to childproof every room….and keep your children safe!