Live Oak Home Access installs and rents residential wheelchair ramps across the Austin metro, Hill Country, and Central Texas. We design code-compliant aluminum modular ramps, custom wood ramps, threshold ramps, and porch lifts — with a free in-home assessment, a fixed written quote, and most jobs done in one to two days.
Safe, code-compliant ramps designed for your home and your life — installed by CAPS-certified professionals who serve Austin, the Hill Country, and all of Central Texas.
Wheelchair & Handicap Ramps · By Michael Chandler, CAPS
A few steps at the front door can quietly take over a family's life. Drop-offs and pickups become complicated. Your parents avoid leaving the house. A walker or wheelchair sits unused because getting in and out is too hard.
A well-built residential wheelchair ramp changes all of that. It gives people their independence back — and it gives families peace of mind. Our CAPS-certified team designs and installs ramps that are sturdy, code-compliant, and built to look like they belong on your home, not bolted on as an afterthought.
We also offer wheelchair ramp rental for short-term needs — post-surgery recovery, a visiting family member, or a trial period before committing to a permanent installation.
No sales pressure. Just a licensed professional, your home, and an honest conversation.
You don't have to wait for a fall to think about access. If any of these sound familiar, a free assessment costs nothing and takes about an hour.
Every home is different. We assess your entry points, your terrain, and your mobility needs before recommending a system — never the other way around.
An aluminum wheelchair ramp is built from prefabricated sections that lock together cleanly and resist rust and rot in Texas heat and humidity — no concrete or major construction required. It is our most popular option for a permanent residential ramp for a wheelchair, and the same system we use for ramp rentals. Easy to reconfigure if your needs change.
Framed and finished to match your home's exterior. Great for larger rises, wrap-around configurations, and homeowners who want the ramp to blend into their porch rather than stand apart from it. We use pressure-treated lumber or composite decking built to handle Central Texas weather.
For single steps, sliding door thresholds, or vehicle access. A portable wheelchair ramp is compact and ideal when a full slope system isn't needed — or as a complement to a larger ramp. Portable and threshold ramps are also common as a short-term handicap ramp rental solution.
When there isn't enough horizontal space for a slope, a porch lift — also called a vertical platform lift — may be the right answer. These small, low-speed lifts raise a wheelchair or scooter straight up from grade to porch level. For multi-story access needs, see our guide to residential elevators and platform lifts.
We keep the process simple and transparent. No surprises, no pressure, no mess left behind.
A CAPS-certified specialist visits your home at no charge. We measure your entry points, check ground conditions, assess slope requirements, and talk through your specific mobility needs — wheelchair, walker, scooter, or caregiver-assisted. We also review any funding options you may qualify for, including VA HISA.
You receive a fixed-price proposal in writing before any work begins. No hourly billing surprises. We explain what we're building, why we chose that system, and what it will cost — and we handle any permit applications on your behalf.
Our licensed crew arrives on time and protects your floors and landscaping throughout the job. Most residential wheelchair ramp installations are complete in one to two days. We follow ADA slope guidelines and all applicable local building codes — see our detailed wheelchair ramp slope and code guide for specifics.
Before we leave, we walk you and any family members through the new ramp — how it feels underfoot, how to use the handrails, what to watch for in wet weather. We clean up completely. Your home looks better than when we arrived.
Our ramps are built to last. We stand behind our work with a written workmanship warranty. If anything isn't right, we come back and fix it. Period.
Cost depends on rise height, total run length, number of turns, materials, and whether a permit is required. The ranges below reflect typical projects in the Austin metro and Hill Country — they are starting points, not fixed prices. For a broader look at what home modifications cost across Central Texas, see our Central Texas home modification cost guide.
| Ramp type | Typical use case | Relative cost |
|---|---|---|
| Portable or threshold ramp | Single step, vehicle access, short-term need | Lowest |
| Modular aluminum — short, single run | Standard porch entry, 1–3 steps of rise | Mid-range |
| Modular aluminum — longer, with landings | Higher porch, switchback or L-shape configuration | Mid to upper-mid |
| Custom wood or composite ramp | Architectural match, wrap-around, larger rises | Upper-mid (varies with finish) |
| Porch lift / vertical platform lift | Tight footprint, no space for a slope | Higher — see lifts guide |
| Rental ramp (modular aluminum) | Post-surgery recovery, short-term access | Monthly fee — ask at assessment |
A free in-home assessment gives you an exact, written quote for your specific home. We never give firm prices over the phone without seeing the space.
The cost of a wheelchair ramp can sometimes be offset by grants or benefits you may already be entitled to. Here is what we see most often in Central Texas:
We help with paperwork; not medical, legal, or financial advice — verify current program details with the relevant agency.
Read our full Texas home modification funding guide for a complete overview of programs available in the Austin area and Hill Country.
CAPS — Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist — is a designation earned through the National Association of Home Builders. It means we've been trained specifically in the technical, business, and customer service aspects of home modifications for older adults. We also draw on occupational therapy principles to design ramps for real mobility patterns, not just code minimums.
We carry full general contractor licensing and liability insurance in Texas. On older homes where lead paint may be present, we are EPA Lead-Safe certified — an important protection for families, especially grandchildren who may be visiting.
We are a family-owned company based in Dripping Springs, Texas. We serve our neighbors — people in Georgetown, Canyon Lake, Lakeway, Wimberley, Kerrville, Marble Falls, and communities across the Hill Country. When you call us, you talk to a real person who knows your area.
We lay floor protection on every job, treat your landscaping with care, and clean up completely before we leave. A neighbor's recommendation means everything to a small business — we earn it on every project.
We have hands-on experience with VA HISA grant applications and work with Veterans families regularly. We know the paperwork and we'll help you navigate it.
CAPS Certified Licensed & Insured EPA Lead-Safe VA HISA Experienced Family-Owned
Every installation is a little different. We've built ramps on flat suburban lots in Georgetown, on sloped Hill Country properties in Wimberley, and everything in between.
Whether you need a straight run from porch to driveway, a switchback ramp that works with a hillside lot, or a compact porch lift where there's simply no room for a slope — we design the right solution for your specific entry.
We're proud to serve high-senior-density communities including Sun City Georgetown, Lakeway, Canyon Lake, Marble Falls, Kerrville, Wimberley, and Dripping Springs — throughout Hays, Travis, Williamson, Comal, Burnet, and Llano counties. We know each community's building department well, so permits move faster.
When a ramp slope isn't feasible — because of a tall porch, a tight footprint, or multi-floor access needs — a vertical platform lift or home elevator may be the right answer. We install both.
What ADA slope requirements actually mean for your home, what local permits are typically required in Central Texas, and how to plan for the right ramp length based on your porch height.
A plain-English overview of every funding program available to Central Texas homeowners for accessibility modifications — from VA HISA to Texas Medicaid waiver programs.
Most falls happen in the bathroom, not the entry. Grab bars, non-slip flooring, and handheld showerheads are common companion projects that round out a safer home.
Most residential wheelchair ramp installations are completed in one to two days. Modular aluminum ramps can sometimes be ready in a single afternoon once materials arrive. We give you a firm schedule at your free in-home assessment so you know exactly what to expect.
ADA guidelines call for a maximum slope of 1:12 — one inch of rise for every twelve inches of run — for new construction. In tight spaces, a 1:8 slope (one inch of rise per eight inches) may be acceptable for short residential ramps used by attendant-pushed chairs. We follow local building codes and ADA best practices on every project. See our slope and code guide for more detail.
Original Medicare generally does not cover wheelchair ramp installation. Some Medicare Advantage plans offer limited home-safety benefits — verify your specific plan details. Veterans may be eligible for the VA HISA (Home Improvements and Structural Alterations) grant. Texas Medicaid STAR+PLUS HCBS waiver can also cover minor home modifications for eligible members. We help with paperwork; not medical, legal, or financial advice — verify current program details.
Yes. Wheelchair ramp rental is a great option for short-term recovery after surgery or a hospital stay, or while you decide whether a permanent ramp is right for your home. We offer modular aluminum ramp rentals that install quickly and come down just as fast. Ask about rental options when you schedule your free assessment.
Modular aluminum ramps are prefabricated, corrosion-resistant, and can be installed and removed without permanent changes to your home — ideal for rentals or changing needs. Built-in wood or composite ramps are custom-framed to blend with your home's architecture and landscaping. Both meet code requirements when properly designed. We'll help you choose the right system at your in-home assessment.
Yes. We install permanent aluminum wheelchair ramps — modular sections that lock together and stand up to Texas weather for years — as well as lightweight portable wheelchair ramps for thresholds, single steps, and short-term needs. A portable ramp can often be set up the same day, while a longer aluminum ramp run with landings is sized and installed during a one-to-two-day visit. We recommend the right ramp for your wheelchair, terrain, and budget at your free in-home assessment.
Permit requirements vary by city and county. Many municipalities in Central Texas require a permit for permanent ramps above a certain size or height. Modular and portable ramps often fall under different rules. We handle the permit research and application process as part of every installation project so you don't have to navigate it alone.
Cost varies by ramp type, rise height, length, number of landings, and materials. Portable and threshold ramps are the lowest-cost option. Modular aluminum ramps for a standard porch entry fall in the mid-range; longer runs with switchbacks or landings cost more. Custom wood or composite ramps vary the most depending on finish and porch integration. Porch lifts are typically the highest-cost solution when there is no room for a slope. We never quote a firm price without seeing your home — a free in-home assessment takes about an hour and results in a written, fixed-price proposal. See our Central Texas home modification cost guide for broader context.
We serve the Austin metro and surrounding communities throughout Central Texas and the Hill Country, including Georgetown, Sun City, Lakeway, Lake Travis, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Boerne, Marble Falls, Horseshoe Bay, Kerrville, Fredericksburg, Bastrop, Lockhart, and Seguin. If you are not sure whether we cover your area, call or text us at (512) 797-6518 — we are happy to confirm. See our full service areas page for details.
A free in-home assessment takes about an hour and comes with zero obligation. We'll measure your entry, talk through your options, and give you a written quote before we leave. Most families tell us they wish they had called sooner.
Serving Austin, Georgetown, Sun City, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Canyon Lake, Wimberley, Kerrville, Marble Falls & all of Central Texas. Mon–Fri 8–6 · Sat 9–2. You can also text us at (512) 797-6518.
