Childproofing devices can range anywhere from a simple outlet plug to as large as a swimming pool fence. Common prices for specific childproofing devices include the following:
Safety locks: $12–$25 per pack
Safety latches: $3–$25 per pack
Safety gate: $30–$150
Corner bumper: $20Â
Anti-scald valve: $200Â
Outlet plug covers: $5–$15 per packÂ
Doorknob covers: $4–$15 per pack
Door pinch guards: $3–$20 per pack
Toilet lock: $15Â
Door lock: $10–$32
Swimming pool fence: $1,500–$10,000
Anti-tip furniture anchor: $10–$20
Safety Locks and Latches
Latches typically cost $3 to $25 per pack, and childproofing locks range from $12 to $25 per pack. Childproofing locks are usually installed outside your doors and drawers, preventing children from opening them altogether. Safety locks and latches prevent children from entering cabinets, drawers, toilets, doors, and cupboards. A childproof latch is typically attached to the inner drawer or door with an adhesive that prevents children from opening them from the outside.Â
Safety GateÂ
How much do baby gates cost? Depending on the type, safety gates run anywhere from $30 to $150. Safety gates create a physical barrier to keep children safe and out of harm’s way when they start to crawl and walk. Parents usually install safety gates at the top and bottom of stairs, between rooms, and as a way to separate children and pets.Â
Corner Bumpers
You can expect corner bumpers to cost around $20 each. Corner bumpers provide a soft cushion for all the corner and sharp-edged furniture in your home, such as coffee tables, kitchen tables, countertops, and desks.Â
Anti-Scald Valve
Anti-scald valves typically cost $200. While bath time is a great way for caretakers and children to bond, it can also pose a danger: scalding accidents. Investing in an anti-scald valve is an excellent idea to prevent children from getting scald burns.Â
We recommend hiring a local plumber to do the installation. The cost to hire a plumber runs between $45 and $200 per hour.Â
Outlet Covers
Outlet covers cost around $5 to $15 per pack and include anywhere from 24 to 36 covers. Outlet covers are one of the most cost-effective childproofing devices, and they’re also one of the most important, as outlets are low to the ground and easily accessible. You’ll insert outlet covers directly over the outlet to prevent children from sticking their fingers and toys in the electrical receptacle.Â
Doorknob Covers
Doorknob covers cost around $4 to $15 per pack. Childproof doorknob covers fit on top of most standard doorknobs, preventing small children from opening doors by making the knob unturnable. You can also use doorknob covers on stoves to prevent children from turning on the burners.Â
Door Pinch Guards
Expect to pay between $3 and $20 per pack for door pinch guards. Door finger pinch guards work as a door stopper between the door and the door frame, providing a cushion to prevent the door from closing. Pinch guards prevent children from getting their hands or fingers jammed in a closed door.Â
Door Lock
You can expect door lock deadbolts to cost between $10 and $32. A childproof door lock (or a deadbolt) prevents children from opening interior, exterior, and sliding doors by providing an extra layer of lock security. Make sure to install the deadbolt above the door handle and out of the reach of children. Test how high a child can reach by placing them on a step stool.Â
Toilet Lock
You can expect toilet locks to cost around $15 each. A childproof toilet lock bolts the toilet lid so children can’t open it, which could lead to accidental drowning. Toilet locks are easy to install and remove if an adult needs to use the toilet.
Swimming Pool Fence
The cost to install a pool fence ranges from $1,500 to $10,000, depending on the materials, height, concrete work, and elevation changes. You’ll also need to account for adding a lock to your pool gate for added protection, purchasing a pool cover (around $1,200 to $3,600) and adding a pool alarm to detect a person falling in the pool (around $250 to $500).
Furniture Anchors
Expect to pay between $10 and $20 for childproof furniture anchors. Anti-tip furniture anchors prevent heavy furniture—such as television stands, TVs, and dressers—from falling over due to children climbing or pulling on them. Furniture anchors work by either bolting furniture into the wall or strapping them down.