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You can buy playground equipment at most home improvement stores, as well as online at most major retailers. Some outdoor furniture stores also sell small and large sets for home use. You can also contact a local handyperson or carpenter who may be able to access prefab kits wholesale, or put together a custom design for you.

The average price of commercial playground equipment ranges between $10,000 and $50,000 and can go as high as $150,000. These are sturdier structures that can withstand a large number of children over a long period of time. Commercial playground equipment tends to be larger and built to a much higher standard to withstand many years of use.

Removing a single swing can range between $100 and $1,000 depending on the complexity of the move. You'll also then need to budget for the cost of landscaping to repair the damage left by the swingset. This can range from low-cost replanting to the price of installing sod or the cost of seeding a new lawn. You may also have to accommodate the cost to deliver sand and mulch to repair the area. Most common playground repairs cost between $300 and $650, including painting the equipment and replacing cracked parts. 

When it comes to your toddler, look for swing sets that don't have opportunities to climb higher than you feel comfortable with. Swings should include safety brackets and seat belts to prevent falling. Look for safety ratings to ensure your little ones can stay safe while playing and make sure the swing can accommodate the child's current size with enough room for them to grow and continue to use the equipment over the next few years.

The price for an indoor playground ranges between $90 and $110 per square meter, which is about 11 square feet. It can go up to $400 per square meter if you add multiple levels to it. Within that range, filling a 150-square-foot room costs between $1,200 and $1,500.

Most home-use playsets made of wood or metal range between eight and 10 years in lifespan. With good maintenance and mild weather, that can go up to 15 years. However, the wood needs regular cleaning and sealing to prevent rot, and metal models require regular cleaning and any damaged paintwork requires rapid repair to avoid rust setting in. But commercial equipment typically comes with warranties of 25 years or longer.