Home Threshold Lowering Services

Interior thresholds provide a nice transition from one room to the next. However, these small elevation points between different rooms and flooring types can also present a mobility issue and trip hazard for older adults.

Interior threshold lowering can reduce the risk of tripping, injuries, and other issues by lowering or removing those elevations to improve accessibility and reduce issues caused by these subtle elevation points throughout the home. 

Who Needs Interior Threshold Lowering Services?

Loved ones with mobility challenges can experience difficulty navigating a home with interior thresholds. Interior threshold-lowering services can be beneficial in eliminating these issues for a wide variety of people, such as:

• Individuals with mobility challenges, such as those who use wheelchairs, walkers or other mobility aids
• Seniors/elderly homeowners with limited mobility due to aging or medical conditions 
• Individuals suffering from injury or illness
• Families with young children 
• Homeowners who desire enhanced accessibility, such as those fostering multi-generational living

Mr. Handyman’s local experts are skilled and experienced in improving home safety and mobility. In fact, it’s one of our specialties.

Mr. Handyman's service professionals have provided home repair and improvement services you can trust since 1996. Our local pros have an average of 10 years of trade experience, and the Neighborly Done Right Promise® backs all their work to ensure your satisfaction.

So don’t delay. We’re ready to help make your home safer and more accessible for the whole family.

Need Home Threshold Lowering Now? Request an appointment online or call us at (844) 639-1739

What to Expect During Home Threshold Lowering

Mr. Handyman’s process of interior threshold lowering involves five key steps to ensure safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. Here's how we do it:

1. Assessment and Planning

• Measure the height of the current thresholds and assess floor levels.
• Develop a plan customized to the homeowner's specific needs, preferences, and the home’s architecture.

2. Material Selection

• Select suitable materials for the new thresholds (wood, metal, or composite) that complement existing flooring.
• Choose appropriate transition strips between flooring types, if needed.

3. Preparation

• Carefully remove old thresholds. 
• Clean the area and make any necessary adjustments to the subfloor.

4. Installation

• Cut and shape new threshold materials, place them in position, and securely fasten them—ensuring they are flush with the surrounding flooring. 

5. Finishing Touches

• Seal gaps or uneven areas to create a seamless transition.
• Apply final touches (painting, staining, etc.) 

The Benefits of Home Threshold Lowering

The primary goal of home threshold lowering is to enhance accessibility and safety within the home. With Mr. Handyman’s experienced, dedicated, and compassionate local pros, you can expect life-enhancing benefits when your project is complete. These include:

• Improved Mobility

• Individuals using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids can move more freely and comfortably throughout the home without encountering barriers.
• Eliminates the small steps or bumps that can cause tripping and falling—increasing safety for all family members.

• Enhanced Independence

• Loved ones with mobility challenges gain greater independence, allowing them to navigate their homes with less assistance.
• With fewer obstacles, family members feel safer and more confident. 

• Aesthetic Integration

• Professionally lowered thresholds blend seamlessly with the existing flooring, maintaining the home's aesthetic appeal.
• Makes the property more appealing to potential buyers and may increase its value. 

• Long-Term Benefits

• Lowered thresholds are a key component of comfortably aging in place, allowing seniors/elderly individuals to adapt to mobility changes and remain in their homes longer and with improved safety. 

Trust Mr. Handyman for Your Home Projects

Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company, sets itself apart from the competition with exceptional service and meticulous craftsmanship. Learn why homeowners across the country trust Mr. Handyman with all their home project needs:  

• One-call convenient scheduling
• On-time arrival and uniformed pros
• We get the job done right
• A wide variety of repair, maintenance, and home improvement services
• Fully insured service professionals with an average of 10 years of experience 
• Complete clean-up after every job
• Quality work that is backed by the Neighborly Done Right Promise®

Need Home Threshold Lowering Now? Request an appointment online or call us at (844) 639-1739