Choosing Cabinetry for Your ADA Home

July 18, 2017

There are quite than a few things to consider when readying a home for a disabled person. The most obvious concerns involve ease of access to the home itself and the various rooms within the house. It is also important, however, to consider the functionality of the cabinetry in the two most used spaces in […]

Disability Friendly Flooring

June 20, 2017

When it comes to remodeling a home for people with disabilities, an often overlooked feature during the process happens to be the flooring of the residence. For instance, a deep, cushy carpet floor isn’t the easiest surface for wheels to go over. On the other hand, a regular wooden floor can sometimes become too slippery […]

Using an SAH (Specially Adapted Housing) Grant Towards a New Build

May 16, 2017

                            Serving in the troops is an honorable and respectable sacrifice to the nation. As such, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a wide range of incentives and programs to settle retired servicemen regardless of whether they were injured in service […]

Choosing Light Fixtures that are ADA Compliant

April 11, 2017

The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates that businesses and public buildings meet specific requirements for light fixtures. This Act was passed in 1991 to guarantee equal opportunities to public services, transportation, education, and employment for those who suffer from disabilities. ADA compliant lighting is required to ensure that disabled individuals can pass through buildings in […]

How to Apply for SAH Benefits

March 15, 2017

Veterans and Service Members are entitled to VA grants if they are suffering from certain permanent or total service-connected disabilities. These grants are available to help veterans or service members construct or purchase an adapted home that will accommodate their disability. If you have experienced a disability and need a home that is disability-friendly to […]

What are Some Building/Renovating Requirements for Specially Adapted Housing?

February 23, 2017

Owning or maintaining a house is a major investment and responsibility. Since your home is personal responsibility, most of the features and amenities are built to suit your likes and preferences. There is nothing else to worry about as long as you adhere to local or national construction safety directives.

Do Barrier-Free Design Elements Increase Your Home’s Resale Value?

September 9, 2016

If you’ve been considering performing a home remodel sometime soon, barrier-free redesigning methods could increase the value of your Detroit MI property. Although you’d like to upgrade your home so that it meets your needs and aesthetic tastes, you might also want to put a little consideration into the future. Lots of people include no-barrier […]

Should You Install Grab Bars in Your Home?

June 23, 2016

Grab bars are an easy way to improve the comfort and convenience of your home. But what if you still aren’t convinced of their usefulness? Here are just a few of the advantages of installing bars throughout your Detroit MI property. Providing Support This is the main reason why people buy bars. They’re looking for […]

Can Barrier-Free Remodeling Improve Your Home’s Resale Value?

April 1, 2016

If you are thinking about remodeling your home in the near future, you may be taking a closer look at barrier free remodeling practices to determine if this is right for your Grosse Ile MI home. While you want to remodel your space so that it is functional for your needs and stylish for aesthetic […]

Five Barrier Free Home Additions and Their Impact

February 20, 2016

For resale purposes, adding square footage adds value to your home. After all, the real estate brokers must highlight the square footage in every brochure to justify the price of a home. However, if you can add square footage while making your home barrier free you’ll have made a tremendous difference in terms of both […]