6tips to make your candlewood waterfront home safe for kids

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6 Tips to Make Your Candlewood Waterfront Home Safe for Kids

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6 Tips to Make Your Candlewood

Waterfront Home Safe for Kids

Parents who are in the market for Candlewood Lake waterfront homes for sale will definitely do anything to keep their children safe. As a seller, you have to make sure your home is not just attractive and priced right. You must also assure buyers that your property is kid-friendly. Here are some ways to keep your home safe for kids.

1. Use safety latches and locks

Cabinets and drawers are one of the most important areas to secure in your Candlewood waterfront home because they are often used to store cleaning products and hazardous materials. To prevent poisoning and other injuries, attach latches so kids will not have access to medicines, household cleaners, and sharp objects. Look for safety latches and locks that are easy to install and use, but are sturdy enough to withstand pulls and tugs from children.

2. Install safety guards across entries to your

balcony

To prevent accidents in the balcony, place safety

guards across entries to your balcony. Install

guard rails that are at least 1 meter high. Use

guard rails without horizontal bars or footholds

so that children would not be able to climb on

them. Keep objects that can be used for climbing

away from the edge of your balcony.

3. Secure the stairs

Show potential buyers that the stairs of your waterfront home for sale in Candlewood Lake are well-lit and carefully maintained. Consider removing or replacing damaged or worn carpet. Ensure that the balustrades are strong and do not have any foothold for climbing.

4. Use Anti-Scald Devices

To help prevent burns, use anti-scald devices to regulate water temperature. Set your water heater temperature to 120 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid burns from hot water. Enlist the service of a plumber to install these devices. An anti-scald device typically cost between $6 to $30.

5. Place window guards

More than 4,000 kids end up in the emergency room annually after tumbling out of a window. To keep children safe, install window guards. These are rows of bars no more than four inches apart that screw securely into the sides of window frames but can be released quickly by an adult in case of a fire. You may also put window stops to prevent window frames from opening more than four inches.

6. Use door alarms

Safety is particularly important around waterfront homes or homes with a pool. Consider door alarms to keep your wandering children and toddlers safe.

There are lots of ways to make sure your home is fun, stimulating and safe for kids. Follow these tips and potential buyers will be making offers soon. Visit http://HomesInConnecticutForSale.com today for more home selling ideas.

If you want to work with a real estate professional who can assist you in buying or selling Candlewood Lake homes, call

me, Deborah Laemmerhirt, at (203) 994-4297. I have the

knowledge, expertise, and tools to help you close that deal.