How to Use a Baby-Proofing Contractor

When it comes to baby proofing your house, you might want to leave it to the experts. Rather than thoroughly analyzing every nook and cranny in your house and wondering how each could possibly turn into a hazard for your baby, you can contract out this work and welcome an experienced baby-proofing contractor into your home. However, you're the expert on your house and your baby, which means collaboration with a baby-proofing contractor is essential throughout the process.

Instructions

    • 1

      Evaluate your home's unique baby-proofing needs. Decide if you want any areas of your home blocked off -- for example, the kitchen or the stairs. Note obvious hazards, such as electrical outlets and wires, so that you can point them out to your baby-proofing contractor. During your initial consultation, the contractor will likely want to know a bit about your house and your unique needs and expectations when it comes to baby proofing.

    • 2

      Assess your outdoor area as well. Make a list of the plants in your yard, and consult your baby-proofing contractor to find out if any of these plants are dangerous. If you have a pool or body of water adjacent to your home, be prepared to talk to your contractor about the best ways to baby proof this dangerous area.

    • 3

      Contact at least two local baby-proofing contractors for a quote. Ask your pediatrician, day care provider or friends for recommendations. Find out whether the contractor is insured before you do business with the company. Check online reviews or Better Business Bureau information to ensure that the contractors you're considering are professional and reputable.

    • 4

      Hire a baby-proofing contractor. While price should be one consideration, do not let the quote alone sway your decision. Perhaps the more inexpensive contractor will not provide as thorough a job, leaving you with some baby proofing to do yourself. If you're going to hire a baby-proofing contractor, opt for one that will do a thorough job.

    • 5

      Answer questions throughout the baby-proofing process. The contractor may need to know what rooms your baby will likely frequent and which rooms will be off-limits. Make yourself accessible so that the contractor can get his questions answered and do a thorough and efficient job.

    • 6

      Ask for a post-baby-proofing home tour. Some of the baby-proofing fixes -- latches on cabinets and drawers, gates surrounding steps and door handles -- will require a quick lesson in how to use them. Ask your baby-proofing contractor if there are any issues that you will have to correct over time. For example, inquire whether fixes for an infant will need to be upgraded once that little one becomes a mobile and curious toddler.

    2. Previous:

    Next:

    • Cute Storage Ideas for Pacifiers
      Keep your babys pacifiers handy in cute containers to save you the hassle of looking for a clean one when your baby is fussy. According to the Mayo Clinic, you should replace pacifiers often, use the appropriate size for your babys age, and watch for
    • The Best Natural Chlorine-Free Diapers
      Many parents are concerned about the potential environmental and health impact of traditional disposable diapers. Chlorine in diapers can pose an environmental and health risk, so when searching for chlorine-free diapers, understanding how to read th
    • How to Install a Cosco Car Seat
      Learning to install a Cosco car seat can be intimidating for a new parent. However, proper installation is vitally important for your childs safety so it is important to do it the right way. Cosco car seats can be found at any major retailer that sel