How much does it cost to build a wooden wheelchair ramp?
Handicap Ramp Material Prices per Linear Foot
| Material | Per Linear Foot |
|---|---|
| Concrete | $200 – $250 |
| Wood | $100 – $250 |
| Aluminum | About $150 |
| Steel/Metal | $200 – $250 |
How much does it cost to build a wooden ramp?
How much does it cost to build a 16 foot wheelchair ramp?
Wheelchair Ramp Cost per Foot
| Size | Average Cost (Materials Only) |
|---|---|
| 10 Feet | $1,000 – $2,500 |
| 12 Feet | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| 15 Feet | $1,500 – $3,750 |
| 16 Feet | $1,600 – $4,000 |
What kind of wood should I use for a wheelchair ramp?
To be sturdy enough for a heavy electric wheelchair, a ramp’s 2- x 6-inch lumber framework can be fixed to 4- x 4-inch posts set in concrete footings below the frost line. Common 5/4- x 6-inch deck boards can be used for the surface and secured with exterior deck screws.
How to design a wheelchair ramp?
First,launch Home Designer and Open the plan in which you would like to create your ramp.
What is the design of a ramp for a wheelchair?
There are specific guidelines for wheelchair ramps. First, wheelchair ramps must have a 1:12 ramp slope ratio for wheelchairs. This means that each foot of the ramp must have 4.8 degrees of slope for every inch it is rising. The slope of the ramp is important. If the slope is too high, it will be very difficult for you to push the wheelchair up the ramp.
What are the specifications of a wheelchair ramp?
Slope. The slope of a ramp is expressed as a rise-to-run ratio.
How to choose a wheelchair ramp?
The rise,or height of the step you want to surmount.