Barrier Free Plus builds wheelchair ramps, installs vertical platform lifts and grab bars, and remodels bathrooms for accessibility throughout Wayne County, including Livonia, Dearborn, Westland, Canton, Plymouth, Northville, Redford and the Grosse Pointes.
Accessibility services in Wayne County
- Wheelchair and handicap ramps: Modular aluminum and steel ramps sized to your entry, with handrails and landings, so a wheelchair, walker or scooter can get in and out safely.
- Vertical platform lifts: Wheelchair platform lifts for porches, garages and split-level entries where a ramp would be too long or too steep.
- Accessible bathrooms, grab bars and walk-in tubs: Full or partial bathroom remodels with wider doorways, comfort-height toilets, properly anchored grab bars and walk-in tubs.
- Roll-in and barrier-free showers: Curbless showers with a low or no threshold, a seat, grab bars and a handheld spray, built in place of a tub or an old stall.
- Stairlifts: Straight and curved stair chair lifts that let you keep using every floor of your home without climbing the stairs.
- Home elevators: Residential elevators for two- and three-story homes, for families who want a long-term alternative to stairs.
- Automatic door openers: Powered door openers for entry and interior doors, operated by push plate or remote.
What we see most in Wayne County
Ramps, vertical platform lifts and grab bars are what Wayne County homeowners ask us about most. Many homes in the area have a few steps up to the front or side door and a narrow lot, so we measure the rise and the space available before recommending a ramp layout or a platform lift. Inside, properly anchored grab bars and a roll-in or low-threshold shower are often the quickest way to make a bathroom safer.
How a project works
- Free quote visit. We come to the home, talk with you (and your therapist or case manager if you have one), and measure.
- A clear plan and price. You get a written quote with the product, layout and timeline.
- Permits where needed. Ramps, lifts, elevators and structural bathroom changes often need a permit from the local building department; we go over what your project needs before work starts.
- Installation. Our licensed and insured crew installs the work and shows you how to use and care for it.
Help paying for home modifications
Funding depends on your situation. Eligible veterans may qualify for VA home modification grants such as SAH, SHA and HISA; see our veterans information page. In Wayne County, The Senior Alliance (Area Agency on Aging 1-C) serves western and southern Wayne County, and the Detroit Area Agency on Aging serves Detroit, the Grosse Pointes, Hamtramck, Harper Woods and Highland Park. Some long-term care and waiver programs also cover home modifications, so ask your case manager what applies to you.
Communities we serve in Wayne County
Livonia, Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Westland, Canton, Plymouth, Northville, Redford, Garden City, Grosse Pointe, Taylor, Wyandotte, Southgate, Allen Park, Detroit, and the rest of Wayne County. See our local pages for Livonia.
Wayne County accessibility FAQs
Do you build ramps in Wayne County?
Yes. We install modular aluminum and steel wheelchair ramps throughout Wayne County and size each one to your entry.
What if there isn’t room for a ramp?
A vertical platform lift takes up much less space than a ramp and works well for porches and garage entries with a higher rise.
Can you install grab bars only?
Yes. We install grab bars anchored to the wall structure, either as a stand-alone job or as part of a bathroom remodel.
Talk to a home modification specialist
Call 586-598-2600 (Monday to Friday) or request a free quote, and we will set up a time to look at your home in Wayne County.