Families usually start researching this topic because a room has become difficult to use, a move home from hospital is approaching, or they want to plan before access becomes urgent. The best outcome begins with the actual person, property and timeframe.
Common terminology
Common terminology should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Threshold height
Threshold height should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Drainage and waterproofing
Drainage and waterproofing should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Wheelchair access
Wheelchair access should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Choosing the right scope
Choosing the right scope should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Next step
Use this guide to prepare questions, then arrange an in person assessment before making final building decisions.