How Do You Build Ramps For Wheelchairs?
Residential wheelchair ramps do not need to conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA guideline, however, provides information and specifications that make designing and building a ramp less complicated and safer for the user. Building ramps inside or outside homes provides independence and access to wheelchair bound people. Permanent ramps become part of the structure of a home and designing for function and for aesthetics should be part of the process. Temporary ramps are available at some medical supply stores and provide ease of access for single step or street curbs. Check with the local building department for information about permits and area code compliance regulations before beginning construction. Design a ramp plan specific to the site. Measure up from the ground to the level that the ramp must raise. Use this measurement to calculate how long to make the ramp. One inch of rise will equal one foot of ramp. For a door 30 inches from the ground, the ramp will be
