These days, more and more senior adults choose to live at home as they age. For this reason, homeowners often invest in mobility remodeling to accommodate elderly parents as well as disabled family members. However, even though accessible renovation has been a trend for many years, there are still many misconceptions that continue to surround it.
To help you understand the truth, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of West Collin County debunks three common myths about accessible homes.
Myth #1: Accessible Features Focus Only on Safety
Many remodelers integrate safety and style when renovating accessible homes. While it’s true that safety is the primary focus, the upgrades should also be comfortable and appealing. Designing for comfort typically means easing any pain or discomfort a traditional home may cause. Keep in mind that most older adults tend to have problems with their hands and eyes which keep them from performing ordinary tasks.
For instance, to prevent arthritis pain from plaguing older adults, you may want to consider installing a touchless kitchen faucet. You may also want to add dimmer switches so older household members can adjust the light source in the main living areas to a comfortable level for their eyes.
Myth #2: Your Entire Home Has to Be Remodeled to Be Accessible
You don’t have to renovate your entire home to be accessible. In fact, you may want to focus only on two areas: the bathroom and the kitchen. Since the bathroom is where most accidents occur, you need to install additional features to make showering safer. This includes grab bars, non-slip mats and non-slip flooring. If you’re interested in any of these for your renovation, contact us for a bathroom quote.
Likewise, you need to reduce the chances of tripping in the kitchen area. You may also want to add upgrades that prevent burns and alleviate sore hands. One way to achieve this is by removing your range and replacing it with an electric cooktop.
Myth #3: Accessible Upgrades Reduce a Home’s Resale Value
If you’re worried that renovating your home to be accessible will reduce its resale value, rest assured that this is a myth. In truth, most homebuyers are glad to see accessible features because they likely have family members or friends with disabilities. Take note that there are 61 million adults with some type of disability in the U.S. alone!
Additionally, more are realizing the importance of accessible homes. For this reason, adding accessible features not only makes selling your home easier but also adds value.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
Instead of searching online for a “home remodeler near me“, put your trust in DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of West Collin County. Our contractors provide quality accessible renovation services to make your dream house a reality. Call us today at (469) 815-7032 or fill out our contact form to book an appointment. We proudly serve homeowners in Plano, Allen, McKinney, Fairview, Frisco, Richardson, Murphy, Wylie, Prosper, Celina and Carrollton.
