Discreet Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp Installation in Columbia, SC
Project Overview:
This wheelchair ramp installation in Columbia, South Carolina, was completed for a daughter who wanted to make her home safer and more accessible for her mother. She was looking for a permanent ramp solution that would make it easier for her mother to enter and exit the home while also maintaining the appearance of the property.
The customer specifically preferred aluminum wheelchair ramping because it is durable, long-lasting, and requires significantly less maintenance than a traditional wood ramp. However, she also made it clear that she did not want the ramp to be highly visible from the road.
Customer Story & Needs:
The daughter contacted Mobility Plus Northeast Columbia to explore options for a residential wheelchair ramp for her mother. Her primary concerns were safety, accessibility, durability, and keeping the ramp as discreet as possible.
During our in-home ramp evaluation in Columbia, our technician determined that the left side of the existing porch offered an excellent location for the ramp. By positioning the ramp behind an existing bush, the installation could provide the necessary accessibility while remaining largely hidden from view from the road. The driveway was also on this side of the porch making it easier to access.
This placement allowed the family to have the benefits of a permanent aluminum accessibility ramp without making the ramp a prominent feature of the home's exterior.
Hurdles:
The primary challenge was creating a safe and comfortable transition at the bottom of the ramp. Our technician wanted to make sure the daughter had enough room to comfortably assist her mother when transitioning from the wheelchair ramp to the ground.
Rather than simply ending the ramp at the grass, our technician recommended a 6' x 6' paver landing. This created a large, stable transition area while also giving the finished project a more natural appearance and allowing it to integrate with the home's existing landscaping.
Installation Process:
Following the on-site evaluation and measurements, our Columbia, SC accessibility team prepared a custom quote that included:
- 4' x 4' aluminum platform
- 20' of EZ-ACCESS PATHWAY 3G aluminum ramping
- 6' x 6' paver landing
The customer approved the wheelchair ramp project within two weeks of receiving the quote. Once approved, our team was able to schedule and complete the Columbia, SC ramp installation within three business days.
Project Timeline:
Evaluation to Approval: Within 2 weeks
Scheduling After Approval: 3 business days
Installation: Completed as scheduled
Final Outcome:
The completed aluminum wheelchair ramp provides the mother's family with a safer and more convenient way to enter and exit the home while maintaining the discreet appearance the daughter wanted.
The EZ-ACCESS PATHWAY 3G provided the durable, low-maintenance aluminum ramping the family was looking for, while the custom paver landing created a spacious and comfortable transition area at the bottom of the ramp.
After the ramp installation in Columbia, SC, the daughter contacted our team to let us know how impressed and happy she was with the finished project. She was particularly pleased with how well the ramp blended into the property and how little it stood out from the road.
She also asked whether we could return in the future if she decided to add additional pavers. The family is considering extending the paver walkway all the way to the driveway, creating an even more seamless path from the home to the driveway.
Looking for a Wheelchair Ramp in Columbia, SC or surrounding areas?
At Mobility Plus Northeast Columbia, we design and install custom wheelchair ramps and accessibility solutions throughout Columbia and the surrounding areas. Whether you need a residential wheelchair ramp, aluminum wheelchair ramp, modular ramp, threshold ramp, or custom accessibility solution, our team can evaluate your home and recommend an option designed around your needs.
Need a safe, low-maintenance wheelchair ramp for your Columbia, SC home? Contact Mobility Plus Northeast Columbia today to schedule your in-home ramp evaluation.
