Childproof Electrical Outlet Installation in Columbus, OH

Childproof Wall Outlet Services in Columbus, OH & Surrounding Areas

Although many child-proof outlets appear the same as standard wall outlets, they definitely aren’t. With spring-loaded receptacle cover plates protecting electrical contacts, they prevent the insertion of objects if unequal pressure is applied to the receptacle’s contact points. In other words, only plugs are able to penetrate the outlet. So if a little one tries inserting something else, it won’t get in.

For homeowners wanting to use a plug, using a childproof outlet is easy. These outlets don’t require any strength or knowledge to use, like most other child-proof devices. In order to insert a plug into the receptacle, simply apply equal pressure to both sides simultaneously (like anyone would normally do) which enables the receptacle’s cover plate to open. Almost a third of accidents occur when a child inserts common household items into receptacles. Almost three-quarters of these accidents happen when an adult is present. Items that children insert into power outlets can be found almost anywhere in a common home, such as hairpins, toys, plugs, paper clips, staples, earrings, and more.

What are Tamper-Resistant Outlets

Tamper-resistant outlets require two objects to be inserted simultaneously for electrical power. They contain a built-in shutter system that allows plugs to be inserted when equal pressure is applied simultaneously to both sides of the receptacle. Tamper-resistant outlets reduce the risk of electrical injuries, but they are not entirely tamper-proof. Unfortunately, some people believe that tamper-resistant outlets are “child proof” when they are not. Tamper-resistant outlets do not prevent children from imitating adults and inserting plugs into outlets.