Threshold Ramps

Why Install a Threshold Ramp?

An entryway threshold can easily catch a wheel or cause a fall. Installing a dedicated door threshold ramp provides immediate safety and convenience:

• Enhanced Safety: Eliminates abrupt bumps at your home’s entrance and in interior doorways, reducing the risk of falls and damage to mobility equipment.
• Versatile Applications: Designed to accommodate varying heights, making them perfect for front entries, sliding patio doors, bathrooms, and interior raised thresholds.
• Durable & Weather-Resistant: Available in highly durable, slip-resistant rubber and rust-proof aluminum, these ramps perform reliably in any weather condition.
• Easy, Low-Profile Installation: Many of our options are self-supporting, portable, or easily adjustable, allowing for quick setup with minimal home modification.

If you are looking for a reliable wheelchair ramp for door threshold use, our team can help you select a model that perfectly aligns with your specific doorway height and flooring.

Choosing the Right Wheelchair Threshold Ramps for Homes

Every home is built differently, and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work for home accessibility. When selecting wheelchair threshold ramps for homes, you’ll want to consider:

• Rise Height: Measuring the exact height of the obstacle, from the ground to the top of the threshold, is key to selecting the right ramp. Our options typically range from 1/2” to 6” in height.
• Material Type:
  • Rubber Threshold Ramps: Highly durable and customizable, rubber mats can often be trimmed or notched to fit around door jambs perfectly. They are naturally slip-resistant and quiet.
  • Aluminum Threshold Ramps: Lightweight and highly adjustable. Aluminum ramps, including angled entry plates and self-supporting ramps, are excellent for handling larger rises and offer superior durability.
• Door Swing: Self-supporting ramps are ideal for doorways that swing inward or outward, ensuring the door can open and close smoothly without interference.

FAQs about Threshold Ramps

1. How do I choose between a rubber and aluminum threshold ramp?

Rubber ramps are highly slip-resistant, quiet underfoot, and can easily be trimmed or notched with a utility knife to fit uniquely shaped door frames. They are popular for smaller rises (typically 1 to 3 inches) and work well both indoors and outdoors.

Aluminum ramps are lightweight, highly durable, and often feature adjustable legs or plates to accommodate uneven surfaces or larger rises (up to 6 inches). They are ideal for high-traffic doorways and doors that swing open.

2. How do I measure my doorway for a threshold ramp?

To find the right fit, measure the vertical rise of the threshold (the height from the floor or ground to the highest point of the threshold). You should also measure the width of the doorway to ensure the ramp fits comfortably within the door frame. For detailed assistance, NSM’s home accessibility experts are always available to help you take precise measurements.

3. Are wheelchair threshold ramps for homes portable?

Some threshold ramps are portable, which can make them easier to move or reposition depending on your needs.

4. Does Medicare cover the cost of a threshold ramp?

Unfortunately, no. Medicare does not consider an access product durable medical equipment and thus will not cover the cost of one. Long-term care insurance may possibly cover it. If your policy has a “home modification” clause or something similar, you may be able to get your access product covered. Contact the company that holds your policy to find out for sure.

5. How much weight can a threshold ramp hold?

The weight capacity of threshold ramps varies by model. Standard aluminum or rubber threshold ramps typically support up to 600 pounds, which is sufficient for most manual wheelchairs, power chairs, and their users. For heavier mobility devices or bariatric use, heavy-duty models are available that offer an increased capacity of 800 pounds or more.

Take the Next Step Toward a More Accessible Home

Don’t let a small threshold stand in the way of your independence. Let the home accessibility experts at National Seating & Mobility help you find the perfect door threshold ramp for your home. Our Serving Safely commitment means your safety and peace of mind always come first.