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Manufactured and mobile homes provide flexible and affordable housing options across the country. However, most of these homes have elevated entrances that require stairs to reach the front door. For individuals who use wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids, those steps can create a barrier to safe access.

When you invest in accessibility solutions for your home, business, or any other type of building, you want them to have long lifespans. The longer they last, the more value you get—and you won’t need to stress about replacing them any time soon. Many factors play into how well an access solution withstands time, such as the material it’s made with, but proper maintenance also impacts the lifespan of your accessibility equipment. EZ-ACCESS® has some tips to help you keep your access solutions in great shape as well as insight on how to minimize maintenance needs.

Weather can affect the safety and performance of any outdoor wheelchair ramp. Rain, ice, snow, heat, and poor drainage can all reduce traction or cause long-term wear. This guide explains how different weather conditions affect ramp safety, what features to look for, and how regular maintenance can help keep an outdoor ramp safer throughout the year.