The importance of electrical safety cannot be overstated. This is especially true for homes with children. That’s why Mr. Electric of Tulsa is here to help you elevate your electrical safety measures with child-proof electrical outlets. We install child-proof outlets for homes in Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Bixby, Midtown, OK and the surrounding areas.
Detecting Malfunctioning Child-Proof Outlets
If your child-proof outlet covers seem to be closed or your plugs slip out of the outlet, it’s likely due to a malfunctioning spring-loaded cover. To correct defective child-proof outlets, look to Mr. Electric of Tulsa. We’re here to inspect, diagnose, and remedy your child-proof outlet to preserve the safety of your home.
Child-Proof Electrical Outlet Options
Invest in protecting your family and home with Mr. Electric of Tulsa. With unmatched expertise, we can take on a diverse range of child-proof outlet installations tailored to your specific requirements and preferences. We do everything from child-proof GFCI outlet installation to tamper-resistant AFCI and two-duplex outlets and beyond.
Child-Proof Electrical Outlets FAQ
If you’re new to child-proof electrical outlets, Mr. Electric of Tulsa will guide you. We strive to empower our community with the knowledge and resources to make safe and informed decisions for their home’s electrical improvements. As such, we have compiled common questions regarding child-proof outlets to get you started.
What Does Tamper-Resistant Mean?
Child-proof outlets are often referred to as tamper-resistant. This means the outlet has a spring-loaded child-proof outlet cover for enhanced security and protection. This cover only enables items to enter the outlet when both sides of the plug are applied with equal pressure, eliminating the risk of foreign objects entering the outlet.
Do GFCI Outlets Need to Be Tamper-Resistant?
Following NEC guidelines, 15-amp and 20-amp outlets must be tamper-resistant. This remains true even for outlets with existing ground fault circuit interrupter features. GFCI outlets combat ground faults in the circuit, whereas tamper-resistant outlets protect against the insertion of foreign items.
Are Child-Proof Outlets Also Baby-Proof?
Child-proof electrical outlets protect children of all ages, including babies. The spring-loaded cover can only be pushed when plugs are applied with equal pressure. This makes it nearly impossible for a child or baby to tamper with the outlet. However, despite the added safety features, babies and young children should never be unsupervised around outlets.
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