At McAdams Homes, our aim is to offer thoughtfully designed floor plans of the highest quality. We strive to meet excellence in every detail of your home and offer a product that will match the growing demands of your family. Whether you’re planning to welcome a new baby, or you already have one crawling around, a home that’s carefully child-proofed can go a long way towards your peace of mind. Below are some tips on how to get your house ready, and remember, follow your intuition – you’ve got this!
Whole House.
- Cover your electrical outlets – typically at a baby’s level, these are tempting danger with fingers or other objects.
- Secure heavy furniture – mounting bookcases and dressers to the wall prevents the risk of tipping over.
- Install door knob covers – this will prevent little ones from going into “no zones” like the garage or laundry area.
- Utilize baby gates – place gates near stairs or wherever needed.
- Corner guards – use soft corner cushions to prevent bumps and bruises from low furniture edges.
- Remove hazards – put away anything hazardous like indoor plants, breakables, batteries, cords, and fireplace tools, just to name a few.
- Install cabinet locks – keep dangerous liquids and cleaners locked and secure.
Bathrooms.
- Water temperature – set your water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit or less to prevent burns.
- Slippery when wet – use a non-slip mat in the bathtub or shower.
- Install a toilet lock – not only will it keep toys from “swimming,” it’ll prevent your child from falling in.
- Cabinet locks – keep medicines, cosmetics, soaps, shampoos, razors, tweezers, hair dryers, etc out of reach.
If you are looking for a home to meet the growing demands your family, contact us today. We build specially curated communities in the Wilmington, NC area, click here for current incentives. Or if you own a preferred lot, you can choose from our portfolio of floor plans to personalize with numerous design options.