Home Ramps

What ramps do you need to help you access the space you love?

We are experts when it comes to designing the perfect ramp for your needs. Whether it be for your home or a commercial building, modular or custom, we can provide it. We can talk and walk you through the necessary lengths, widths, and slopes to meet your specific needs.

Threshold Ramps

Eliminating trip hazards in your home

Rubber ramps
Aluminum ramps
Lightweight foam ramps

Aluminum Ramps

Eliminate the steps with a perfect ramp

Folding portable ramps
Entry ramps
Modular ramp systems

Custom Ramps

Customized for your needs

Stained wood ramps and decks
Modular ramp systems
Poured concrete ramps

Key Features of a Ramp

Proper Slope

ADA guidelines require a 12:1 slope, but residential applications are more flexible since they don’t have to comply with ADA.

Material

The proper material, whether it be wood, aluminum, concrete, foam, rubber, is a critical design feature that we can discuss with you.

Design

The overall design of the ramp such as handrails, curbs, decking, balusters, finishing and supports should all be considered when installing a ramp.

Ramps Improve Your Access to Your Home or Building

Do you lose your balance when you take a step?

Maybe you are afraid of tripping or falling and a handrail is not practical. We can evaluate your stepping hazard and recommend the perfect ramp. It could be aluminum or a custom fabricated wood ramp. We can work with your budget and your style.

Is it difficult to navigate your home with a wheelchair or walker?

Are the thresholds getting into and around your house a challenge or dangerous? Sometimes we can modify or eliminate thresholds. We may be able to install a small threshold ramp to eliminate a bump that is hanging you up. Some thresholds are challenging to modify, but we have the experience and can design a perfect solution.

Do you have several steps to enter your house or building?

Do you need to comply with ADA accessibility codes or just need easier access? We are creative with ramp options. Custom wood ramps can be stained to match your exterior or we can build with premium materials for extended life. Maintenance-free aluminum modular ramp systems are perfect for commercial buildings or homes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ramps

Simple threshold ramps can range from under $100. Aluminum ramps can range from $100 – to the thousands of dollars. Wood ramps can be built for as little as $200 whereas larger straight ramps typically run $500 - $3000 depending on the materials chosen and design.

One choice is simply the design preference. Some of our clients do not like the look of an aluminum ramp in front of their home.

Another factor is the maintenance of the ramp. All ramps will need some maintenance over time, however wood ramps may need to be stained or treated to guard against insect damage and rot. Cedar or pressure-treated lumber holds up much better if the ramp is exposed to the weather. Also, if you're looking for less maintenance, but a wood look, you might consider composite materials (which have a very long life) for the decking. Aluminum ramps are very durable with minimal maintenance.

The length of the ramp is determined by the height of the step or steps that you are trying to overcome. ADA guidelines recommend a minimum 1:12 ratio for length to height. So, this means that for every 1 inch in height, you will need 12 inches in length. However, there are other things to consider. Some people struggle propelling themselves up a 1:12 ramp, so a longer ramp may be necessary. In residential applications, compliance to ADA guidelines is not required. Shorter ramps may be better — particularly if you don’t have space for a longer ramp or you have a caregiver to push someone up the ramp.

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Why Trust Us for your Ramps

LiveWell Mobility is your local Houston and Galveston provider of smart, livable home solutions for those with special needs. From stairlifts and home elevators to grab bars and bathroom remodels, we do it all — big or small — to keep people safe and independent at home. We'll provide you with a free in-home consultation where we'll look at your home and give you options.

Recent Projects

Straight Stairlift

June 20, 2020

New Ramp for an Existing Porch