Live Long and Prosper: In Your Own Home

aging in place handyman - portland metro area
As we grow older, ensuring that our homes remain safe, accessible, and comfortable becomes essential. Aging in place, or making senior living modifications, allows older adults to maintain their independence and enjoy the familiarity of home without compromising safety or convenience. At Ace Handyman Services, we specialize in thoughtful home modifications designed to enhance the quality of life for seniors and individuals with mobility challenges.

The United States CDC defines aging in place as "the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably – regardless of age."

Senior Home Living Upgrades

At Ace Handyman Services, we specialize in virtually every kind of of home improvement. Our expertise includes upgrades and modifications for seniors who wish to continue living in the comfort of their own home. Examples of senior living upgrades:
  • Grab bars for bathroom and shower safety
  • Wall bracing for handrails and grab bars
  • Access ramps for wheelchairs and walkers
  • Motion-activated lighting
  • Lever controllers for kitchen and bathroom faucets
  • Fold-down bench for shower
  • Non-slip flooring
  • Lever handles on doors instead of doorknobs
  • Replace cabinet handles with pull levers
  • Proper height toilets
  • Countertop height adjustments
  • Accessible showerheads
  • Smart home devices (camera doorbells, automatic door locks, programmable thermostats)
Our team of veteran craftsmen is licensed, insured, background-checked – and friendly!

Our Work Is Guaranteed

All work we perform at your home is backed by a 12-month guarantee.

Bathroom Upgrades

We offer a range of modifications to improve safety and accessibility in your home:

  • Install grab bars near toilets, showers, and tubs
  • Convert traditional tubs to walk-in tubs or zero-threshold showers
  • Replace slippery flooring with non-slip options
  • Install raised toilet seats
  • Adjust sink and counter heights

Mobility Enhancements

  • Construct wheelchair and walker-friendly ramps
  • Widen doorways to accommodate mobility aids
  • Install stairlifts or home elevators
  • Install handrails along stairs and hallways

Kitchen Modifications

  • Adjust countertop and workspace height
  • Install pull-out shelves and organizers in cabinets and pantries
  • Replace standard faucets with lever-style or touchless models
  • Enhance lighting options for better visibility

Lighting and Electrical Upgrades

  • Install motion-sensor lighting
  • Replace toggle light switches with rocker or touch switches
  • Relocate light switches and electrical outlets to more accessible locations

General Home Safety

  • Non-slip flooring
  • Handrails along staircases, hallways, and walkways
  • Smart home devices such as voice-activated lighting and smart locks
  • Safety alarms and carbon monoxide detectors

Senior Living Modifications

  • Relocation of laundry facilities to the main floor
  • Closets and storage areas with pull-out shelves
  • Secure rugs and cables to prevent tripping
  • Replace door knobs with lever-style options
Contact us now to get an estimate for senior living home modifications.


We provide senior home modification services throughout the Portland Metro Area:
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