Aging-in-Place Remodeling in Bunker Hill, WV

When people live in Bunker Hill, WV and are nearing their golden years, they might be considering retirement remodels so they can stay in the comfort of their house for years. You can have family and friends stay for visits and reunion and retain the furniture, possessions and decorations you have grown to love. While you may remain healthy for a long time to come, aging-in-place services can ease transition into your golden years.

Handyman Connection of Bunker Hill, WV professionals can help with an array of aging-in-place remodeling projects. When done properly, these remodels make maintenance easier. They can make your home better to get around in while using wheelchairs and other mobility aids such as scooters and walkers. This remodeling can also make senior care more convenient, so you can care better your husband or wife and keep them out of a nursing home longer.

Whether you need smaller scale upgrades and repairs to stay in your residence or need a complete remodel, reach out to the Handyman Connection specialists in Bunker Hill, WV. We are happy to answer all your questions or plan for a no-cost consultation.

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Our Senior Handyman Crew Provides:

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Grab bar installation

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Fixed or portable accessibility ramp installation

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Shower seat installation

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Walk-in tub installation

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Zero-threshold/walk-in shower installation

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Anti-scald device installation

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Motion-sensor faucet installation

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Countertop height remodeling

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Roll-out shelving installation

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Anti-slip flooring installation

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Motion-sensor lighting installation

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Door-widening (offset) hinge installation

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Pocket door installation

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Stairlift installation

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Door camera/caregiver camera installation

Floor Plans for Aging-in-Place

  • Widening of halls and doorways to make them easier for wheelchairs to go through can be necessary for aging-in-place services
  • Adding electric chair lifts or elevators can make it possible to stay in your own home after retirement
  • One-floor living is a requirement for today's seniors. We can help rearrange your home to age in place in comfort without having to walk up and down stairs

Remodeling Outdoors for Aging-in-Place

  • Siding upgrades can end the work of ongoing maintenance
  • Deck repairs can keep you and your visitors safe, and deck remodeling such as adding ramps and widening access can make it easier to get around
  • Landscaping upgrades such as planting shrubbery and plants that are easier to preserve can cut down on the need for yard work and water

Upgrade the Bathroom for Senior Life

Upgrading and expanding small bathrooms can help you live at home during retirement by:

  • Adding bracing in the shower
  • Replacing faucets so you don't have to twist your wrists
  • Increasing turnaround space
  • Adding a bench in the shower for safety
  • Adding overhead lighting in the shower stall
  • Installing bracing around the toilet and bath to prevent dangerous falls
  • Raising toilets
  • Separate apartments for caregivers

The Little Stuff Makes a Difference in Age in Place Remodels

  • Installing non-slip hard floors and replacing of old rugs with new carpet of 1.5-inch pile can make wheelchair accessibility simple
  • Small upgrades like doorknob replacement with levers and easy open windows and blinds, thermostats moved to easier-to-reach places, switches and outlets near entryways, and installation of emergency 911 switches can make retiring at home more convenient

Front Doors and Ramps for Aging-in-Place

  • Installing non-slip flooring can improve everyday welfare
  • Added automatic lighting, unraised thresholds and additional garage space make senior living and care for aging adults easier
  • Wheelchair ramps to exterior doors and in garages can make it easier for aging adults to come and go

Updating a bedroom for yourself so caregivers can be with you while you live in retirement can be ideal. Ask about remodeling a single bathroom or installation of an electric chair lift to make this possible.

Call the aging-in-place remodeling experts at Handyman Connection in Bunker Hill, WV to learn more and plan for a comfortable, secure retirement home.

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