This is a rental ramp that we installed in West Point, VA. Because our aluminum wheelchair ramps are modular and easy to move, we are able to offer a rental option for clients that only need a ramp temporarily. When the client doesn't need the wheelchair ramp anymore, we come pick it up and it's like it was never there. In this case, The client had been using a set of steps to get out of their house. However, the steps were falling apart and becoming a safety hazard. We were able to remove the steps and replace them with a platform and a straight ramp section. We made the platform level with their doorway so that the client wouldn't have any trouble opening and closing the door. Here are some before and after pictures of the job.
West Point, VA
There are different reasons that you may find yourself in need of a wheelchair ramp. You may have someone in your household who has suffered an injury and has their mobility temporarily restricted. It could be that you are planning to convert your current house into an aging in place home, and want to make mobility easier. Whatever the case may be, the project generally starts with a consultation, in order to determine what ramp would be right for you. …
Making adjustments to your home so that it is user-friendly for anyone with limited mobility often includes implementing a wheelchair ramp. Suddenly, you realize, there are actually quite a styles to choose from and decisions to make about this ramp, including what material to select. Two of the most commonly selected materials are wood and aluminum, and gaining better insight as to what the pros and cons of each are, will help you make the best choice for your individual situation. …