ADA Wheelchair Ramp Installation
- Ramp Length: Total horizontal run length of the ramp (ADA requires 1 foot of ramp per inch of rise)
- Ramp Width: Width of the ramp (ADA minimum is 36 inches)
- Rise Height: Vertical height the ramp must overcome (in feet)
- Number of Landings: Number of level landing platforms (ADA requires landings every 30 feet)
- Ramp Material: Primary construction material for the ramp
- Railing Type: Railing material for both sides (ADA required for rise >6 inches)
- Surface Finish: Non-slip surface treatment for safety
- Optional Features: Additional features and upgrades
- Handrails Both Sides: ADA required for rises greater than 6 inches
- Edge Protection/Curbs: 2-inch high curbs on sides to prevent wheelchair wheels from slipping off
- Landing at Top: Level landing platform at the top of the ramp (5x5 ft minimum)
- Landing at Bottom: Level landing platform at the bottom of the ramp (5x5 ft minimum)
- Intermediate Landing: Additional landing platform mid-ramp (required every 30 ft)
- Concrete Footings/Foundation: Deep footings for stability and frost protection
- Drainage System: Gutters and drainage to prevent water pooling on ramp
- Heating Element (Snow Melt): Electric heating cables to prevent ice buildup in winter
- Tactile Warning Strips: Yellow textured warning strips at top and bottom for visually impaired
- Paint/Stain: Protective coating or stain for wood/metal ramps
- Canopy/Cover: Roof covering to protect from rain and snow
- Demolition of Existing: Remove and dispose of existing ramp or stairs
- Permits & ADA Inspection: Building permits and ADA compliance inspection fees
- Estimate Summary: Calculated ramp specifications and quantities