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Child Proof Outlet Installation in Garland, TX

Mr. Electric of Garland Helps Keep Your Kids Safe

As a parent, protecting your children is critical, and you might not know that more than 2,400 children get treated for electrical shocks and burns after tampering with electrical outlets every year. Mr. Electric of Garland installs child proof outlets for homeowners in Garland, TX. We can help your family protect your little ones by installing safe and reliable child proof outlets. Our professionals will update your home with child proof outlets or tamper-resistant receptacles (TRR). This simple and inexpensive solution is permanent and will prevent household accidents. You won’t have to worry about leaving your children unattended near child proof electrical outlets. Learn more and get in touch with us today to request an estimate.

Child Proof Outlet Installation in Garland, TX

Mr. Electric of Garland Helps Keep Your Kids Safe

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  • Childproofing outlets are an upgrade every parent should make with the help of the licensed and insured electricians at Mr. Electric of Garland. We can child-proof your outlets if you live in Garland, Sachse, or Rose Hill, TX. Protecting your young family members against burns and shocks is easy when we install child-proof electrical outlets in your home. Your new child-proof outlets will look the same as standard wall outlets, but there’s a significant difference in their designs. Child-proof outlets have spring-loaded receptacle cover plates that protect children against coming into contact with electricity. These cover plates ensure that children cannot insert objects into electrical outlets by applying unequal pressure to the contact points of the receptacle. Installing a child-proof outlet is not a DIY job because you’ll want to ensure the job gets done right, or your children will not be fully protected.

  • You might think that installing child-proof outlets will be a nuisance, but adults who know how to operate outlets properly should have no trouble. You won’t need any special knowledge or strength to operate your new child-proof outlets. To use your outlets, apply simultaneous equal pressure on both sides while you insert a plug into the receptacle. The equal pressure opens the receptacle’s cover plate and allows it to operate in the same way as a standard outlet. If you would like a virtual demonstration, you can visit the Electrical Safety Foundation International’s website or ask our friendly team members.

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Common Items Children Put in Outlets

Children are curious by nature and do not understand how dangerous it is to play with electrical outlets. The holes in these outlets can appear similar to the types of toys they like to play with. We have all heard stories about kids jamming objects in outlets and getting shocked. Children have attempted to insert all kinds of things into electrical outlets, including the following:

  • Keys
  • Tools
  • Plugs
  • Hairpins
  • Belt buckles
  • Jewelry
  • Staples and paperclips
  • Nail files
  • Knives
  • And more

Updating Your Home With Child-Proof Outlets

Mr. Electric of Garland is here to help you keep your children safe by installing protective child-proof electrical outlets. If you’re worried about your child-proof outlet costs, there’s no need to panic. Most updates only cost a few dollars per outlet, and they aren’t much more expensive than traditional electrical outlets. This simple home update can bring your building up to code while making your household much safer. Childproof outlets are required in all new homes built since 2008. If your home does not already have them or they have become damaged, our team is here to help. If you do not have child-proof outlets, your children could be at risk of the following types of injuries:

  • Electrical burns – As the most common injury from electrical outlets, electrical burns make up 95% of them. Children have thin skin that doesn’t provide much protection from electrical flow or heat, increasing their risk for severe injuries.
  • Electrical shocks – Seven children get injured from electrical shocks every day by inserting various items into electrical outlets.
  • Serious or fatal injuries – Some electrical injuries can be severe or even fatal. There’s no reason to risk death or emergency room visits, especially when children are involved.

  • Not all child-proof outlets are the same. We recommend avoiding child-proof electrical outlets that require you to screw plugs into place. These outlets may be marketed as safe but can pose a fire hazard. Never use plastic bags after installing outlets because the bags are choking hazards to small children. The best way to go is to count on the professional electricians at Mr. Electric of Garland for safe and effective installation. We are happy to give you a quote for your child-proof electrical outlet costs.

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