While it is impossible to create an injury-free zone, it is possible to limit the risks that linger around most homes in America. As your toddler begins to walk, it is inevitable that they will want to explore every aspect of your home. While plastic, removable baby gates are quite common—they are not foolproof!

At RIGGS Company & Design, we can assist in creating semi-permanent gates that will not only keep your children at bay, but match your current aesthetic features! These gates can be installed in front of steps or between a room/area that you want to keep your child away from.

We know what you might be thinking: “once my child is older, what am I going to do with the gates?” Our gates can serve a multitude of purposes including pet gates.

Another unique safety feature we have created is known as a toe-kick stool. Most modern kitchens have a few hard to reach cabinets, so keeping a stool handy is important.  However, keeping a stool in your kitchen could entice your toddler to climb up on the counter. Our toe-kick stool conveniently tucks away under your—you guessed it—kitchen cabinet free from any wandering toddlers.

If you have a safety concern in your home, but you are not sure how to rectify the problem—give RIGGS a call today of visit us online 24/7 at www.riggscompanystl.com

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Well, there is no need to fear, new or future parents. Part of having a certified remodeler handle your next renovation project is helping you think about future changes in your lifestyle.

Most homeowners know when they perform a renovation to look for areas of concern, like electrical outlets and stairs. But there are hidden dangers like hot water heaters and dish washers, where those small hands can get into trouble.

Newborns and toddlers are extremely curious about the world and want to learn everything about it. That is why they are often getting into things they shouldn’t. Their different perspective of the world (about a foot off the floor), gives them vision for places adults might not otherwise see.

At RIGGS, we know and recognize areas of concern and will make sure that it will not be a safety problem in the future. Because a new child changes the living arrangements, we often renovate custom playrooms for children, so that parents have peace of mind, while keeping a watchful eye.

Next time you are planning a renovation, consider consulting a certified remodeler with RIGGS before work begins. We can help you set a budget and stick to it, so that you can still afford diapers!

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