Why Professional Installation for Accessibility Products is Essential

Having access to good mobility and accessibility products is incredibly important for seniors who want to age in place safely. 

One of the first steps to this is understanding what the ADA Standards for Accessible Design include and where they need to be incorporated:

• Newly-constructed buildings and facilities
• Alterations and renovations related to the usability of existing buildings and facilities
• Making architectural changes to existing state and local government buildings
• Removing architectural barriers that are easy to achieve in existing business facilities

ADA guidelines exist to help ensure accessibility product installations are safe for all users. However, the average individual may not be aware of all the ins and outs of meeting ADA compliance. 

And even if they are, they still likely don’t have the proper tools, equipment, or training to meet these specific guidelines. In this article from Home Healthsmith, we’ll consider why professional installation is the best way to make sure all your mobility and accessibility modifications are safe and secure.

Benefits of Professional Installation

There are numerous benefits that come with choosing professional installation for your home accessibility and mobility solutions. Here are five worth noting:

1. Safety and Reliability

One of the main reasons seniors and those with mobility limitations purchase home safety products is to reduce their risk of accidents and injuries. But if those products aren’t properly installed, they may not achieve the desired effect. 

An installation professional can ensure that products are installed to meet prescribed standards for safety and reliability.

2. Expertise and Experience

Home accessibility and mobility pros have extensive knowledge of the industry, including how to install all the latest accessibility products and new technologies. Seasoned installers work with a wide range of diverse home layouts and are experienced in meeting a variety of unique challenges.

3. Customization and Personalization

While some product installations can be pretty straightforward, no two home layouts or situations are the same. A professional installer knows how to tailor installations to best meet the needs of both the individual and the particular home environment. 

For customization and personalization of your home accessibility and mobility solutions, entrust a professional to optimize everything for safety, functionality, and convenience.

4. Compliance with Regulations

Any home improvement project that includes structural changes must adhere to specific local building codes, and accessibility product installations should follow ADA guidelines as well. 

Home install pros are trained and experienced in these areas and are also licensed to provide proper documentation for certification when necessary.

5. Warranty and Service

If you decide to undertake an installation as a DIY project, you may unknowingly void the product warranty. The best way to ensure that product warranties remain valid is to opt for professional installation. A professional can also provide ongoing maintenance and support for your home accessibility and mobility solutions.

The Professional Installation Process

What does a good professional installation process look like? It starts with a thorough consultation and assessment before the installation is scheduled and continues with post-installation support long after. 

For example, let’s look at Home Healthsmith’s comprehensive approach:

Step 1 – The SafeHome Audit™

A professional representative will visit with you to discuss your mobility needs, personal goals, and home upgrade project ideas. A room-by-room home safety audit will be conducted to identify problems and give expert advice. 

You’ll also receive a complete outline of available Home Healthsmith services and offerings, along with a project estimate for your selected home upgrades.

Step 2 – The SafeHome Install™

After booking with Home Healthsmith, an installation professional (or team) will arrive on time on the scheduled date, ready to provide your home upgrade installation. This includes testing and providing any needed equipment adjustments, and then you’ll be walked through an equipment demo and trained on proper usage. 

You can also expect to receive a follow-up phone call in two weeks, and follow-up appointments at six and twelve months, depending on the type of accessibility equipment that was installed. 

Step 3 – The SafeHome Advantage™

This home support program protects the safety and mobility of Home Healthsmith clients year-round. Professional technicians schedule home visits every four months to review your equipment and conduct follow-up home safety audits. 

SafeHome Advantage™ program also includes discounts on community resources, basic home maintenance, and the confidence that comes with having a friend look in on you from time to time.

You’ll also gain unique educational resources through receiving our Home Healthsmith Newsletter.

Searching for Someone to Professionally Install Accessibility Products?

When it comes to getting accessibility and mobility products you can trust for safety and security, there’s no substitute for choosing to partner with a professional like Home Healthsmith. If you’re located in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, or Connecticut, we’d be glad to take care of your home upgrade needs. 

Home Healthsmith is pleased to offer the latest, most dependable aging-in-place products, and we also provide professional installation service for everything we sell. Our team strives to make everything as smooth and painless as possible for you, and we follow up to see that everything is continuing to work properly for you.

Get in touch to schedule your free consultation today!