Remodeling and Repairs for Retirement in The Woodlands, TX
When people live in The Woodlands, TX and are nearing the end of their careers, they might be looking for aging-in-place remodels so they can continue living in their home for years. You can have family and friends stay for visits and get togethers and hold on to the furniture and decor familiar to you. While you may remain healthy well into the future, aging-in-place remodels can simplify the change of life that occurs in your golden years.
Handyman Connection of The Woodlands, TX technicians can assist with many aging-in-place service jobs. When implemented right, these renovations make maintenance easier. They can also make your house better to get around in while using wheelchairs, walkers and electric scooters. These upgrades can also make support for seniors simpler, so you can care better your parent or elderly relative and keep them out of a nursing home longer.
Whether you need smaller scale remodel jobs to stay in your home or need a complete retirement remodel, reach out to the Handyman Connection technicians in The Woodlands, TX. We are pleased to answer all your questions or plan for a free consultation.
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Our Senior Handyman Crew Provides:
Grab bar installation
Fixed or portable accessibility ramp installation
Shower seat installation
Walk-in tub installation
Zero-threshold/walk-in shower installation
Anti-scald device installation
Motion-sensor faucet installation
Countertop height remodeling
Roll-out shelving installation
Anti-slip flooring installation
Motion-sensor lighting installation
Door-widening (offset) hinge installation
Pocket door installation
Stairlift installation
Door camera/caregiver camera installation
Floor Plans for Aging-in-Place
- Widening of hallways and entryways to make them easier for wheelchairs to go through can be important for aging-in-place services
- Adding electric chair lifts for stairs or elevators can make living at home a real possibility
- One-level homes are a must for many retirees. We can help remodel your home to age in place in comfort without having to navigate stairs
Remodeling Outside for Aging-in-Place
- Brick or siding replacement and upgrades can save you the work of ongoing maintenance
- Deck repairs can keep you safe, and remodeling such as new ramps and widening access can make your outdoor space easier to navigate
- Landscaping upgrades such as planting shrubbery and plants that are easy to maintain reduce the need for gardening, weeding and watering
Remodel the Bathroom for Senior Life
Repairing and renovating tiny bathrooms can help you live at your house during retirement by:
- Adding bracing in the shower
- Replacing faucets
- Increasing space to turn around in
- Adding a fold-down seat in the shower stall for safety
- Adding lights in the shower for better visibility
- Installing grab bars around the tub and toilet to prevent slips and falls
- Raising toilet seats to make it easier to sit and stand
- Separate apartments for caregivers
The Little Things Make a Difference in Age in Place Remodels
- Installing non-slip hard floors and replacement of impractical rugs with new carpet of 1.5-inch pile can make wheelchair accessibility simple
- Minor upgrades such as new levers instead of knobs and easy open windows and blinds, thermostats moved lower on the wall, light switches near doors, and installation of security systems can make aging-in-place more convenient
Entryway Remodeling for Seniors
- Installing non-slip flooring can improve everyday welfare
- Additional lighting, flat doorways and additional garage space make senior living and care for aging adults easier
- Wheelchair ramps to exterior doors and in garages can make coming and going less stressful for retirees
Updating a bedroom for yourself so caregivers can be with you while you age in place can be he best option. Ask about remodeling a single bathroom or installation of an electric chair lift to make this possible.
Contact the aging-in-place remodeling experts at Handyman Connection in The Woodlands, TX to learn more and prepare for a safe, rewarding retirement home.