If you need to get your home or your elder loved one’s home ready for retirement, then it’s time to senior proof. This is the process of making your home safe for anyone who might be having mobility issues. You’ll actually find that making some of these improvements would probably benefit the entire family. Everyone wants a safe home, right? Here is the smart way to senior proof your home:

Check the Exterior Entrances and Exits

The first thing to check is the ways into your house. Are the walk and driveway surfaces even? A small crack today can turn into a big problem tomorrow if you don’t make the fix. You might also want to think about getting the curb outside your home cut down to allow for easy access.

Moving onto the porch, are there sturdy handrails at the steps? Are they in good condition? You also want to check all these areas at nighttime to make sure there is plenty of light from the driveway, up the porch and into the house. Once at the door, are there durable locks and does the door open easily?

Check the Stairs and Halls

Once inside the home you want to make sure the pathways between rooms are clear. This is especially important when a wheelchair is involved. Are there sturdy railings for the stair leading up to the second floor? Here you’ll also have to make sure there is adequate lighting. There might come a time when your senior loved one will benefit from a stair lift. That is not as complicated as it might seem.

If there is carpeting on the stairs or hallways, then they need to be firmly attached to the floor. What if you have wall-to-wall carpeting? Make sure it hasn’t gotten so worn down as to become slippery.

Getting your home senior proofed also means clearing out the clutter. The more you can take out, the better off you’ll be. This is where Junk King Philadelphia can be a big help. For your junk removal session, Junk King will send over a team of movers and a big truck. What else do you need to do for this session? Just pick out the stuff you want taken away and Junk King will handle the rest. To senior proof your home, start with a call to Junk King Philadelphia to get rid of the unwanted rubbish.