Socket cover fitting in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional socket cover fitting help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable childproofing services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Ottery St Mary
Professional socket cover fitting - add an extra layer of protection to electrical sockets. Stop curious fingers exploring holes that look interesting.
### Curious Fingers, Interesting Holes
Children poke things. Sockets have holes. **Even with built-in shutters, children shouldn't be playing with electrical sockets.** Covers stop the exploration before it starts.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** UK sockets are designed to be safe, but covers prevent children treating sockets as toys. It's about stopping the behaviour, not just the danger.
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### Why Professional Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Quality covers used | Cheap ones that defeat shutters | | All sockets done | Random coverage | | Easy adult removal | Stuck or loose | | Doesn't compromise safety | Makes sockets less safe |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Assess** | All accessible sockets identified | | **Fit** | Quality covers installed | | **Test** | Secure fit checked | | **Demo** | Removal shown |
**📦 You're Left With** - All sockets covered - Extra safety layer - Easy adult access - Peace of mind
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### Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------|----------------|------------| | Socket cover fitting | 15-20 mins | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Covers multiple sockets.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Unused sockets** - In living areas
✅ **Low sockets** - At child height
✅ **Play areas** - Where children spend time
✅ **Bedrooms** - Unsupervised exploration
Why Choose Us for Socket cover fitting in Ottery St Mary?
Electrical safety
Proper covers used
All sockets done
Adult access maintained
What to Expect
### Step 1: Identify All accessible unused sockets noted. ### Step 2: Fit Quality covers inserted into each socket. ### Step 3: Demo Shown how to remove and replace for adult use.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> ⚡ **UK socket safety** - British sockets have built-in shutters that prevent direct finger-to-electricity contact. Covers are an additional deterrent, not the primary safety feature. **Best practice:** - Use quality covers designed for UK sockets - Cover unused sockets only - Remove covers when socket is in use - Replace covers immediately after **Alternative approaches:** - Furniture in front of sockets - Box covers over plugged-in devices - Higher socket installation
Frequently Asked Questions about Socket cover fitting in Ottery St Mary
Are socket covers actually necessary?
UK sockets have built-in shutters that prevent finger insertion. However, covers stop children playing with sockets, inserting objects, or pulling at plugs. They're an extra layer of protection.
What about the debate over socket covers?
Some argue UK sockets are already safe. We fit covers that work WITH the shutter system, not against it. Quality covers that don't compromise socket safety.
Which sockets need covering?
Any socket at child height that's not in constant use. Unused sockets in living areas, bedrooms, and play areas are the priority.
Can adults still use covered sockets?
Yes - covers are designed to be easily removed by adults but difficult for children. You remove the cover, plug in your device, replace when done.
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