Remodeling for Disabilities

FLA-CAT | Florida Catastrophe Corp. is proud to announce it is now performing Remodeling for Disabilities. We are C.H.A.M.P. certified with the David Corey Company. Home Modifications, Handicap access, Aging-in-place, Barrier-free all describe a unique segment of construction in our society. Home/Business modifications are changes made to adapt living and work spaces to meet the needs of people with physical limitations so that they can continue to live independently and safely.

We make it easy to get what you need, because we have specialized in remodeling and restoration for over 30 years. We have experience and solutions to the obstacles that some physically challenged and seniors face. FLA-CAT is prepared to handle accessibility services of any type. Below are just a few of the modifications you can request.

BATHROOM ACCESSIBILITY

  • Roll-in barrier-free showers
  • Walk-in tubs
  • Bath tub access and lifts for an existing bathtub
  • Toilet access and raising the toilet
  • Roll-under sinks and lavatories for wheelchair users
  • Grab bars and other support devices
  • Patient lifts and ceiling mounted lifts for tub and toilet access

ACCESS IN THE BEDROOM

  • Installation of ceiling mounted lift to facilitate transfers between bed and wheelchair
  • Bed height adjustment
  • Modify closet doors and access
  • Lower closet shelves, poles, and pull-out baskets
  • Door activated closet light switches
  • Remote control shades/blinds/drapery hardware
  • Bedside compact refrigerator for fluids or medications

ACCESSIBLE KITCHENS

  • Pull-out shelves/storage baskets/pot and pan holder racks
  • ‘C’ shaped cabinet door handles and drawer pulls
  • Lever handle faucet controls
  • Roll-under countertops, sinks and cook tops
  • Modify kitchen work stations, e.g. tilted mirror above stovetop
  • Multilevel work stations allowing you to sit while cooking

THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE

  • Widen doorways or install swing-clear hinges to accommodate wheelchair
  • Lower light switches
  • Rocker light switches

GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE HOUSE

  • Residential and home elevators
  • Wheelchair lifts, porch lifts, and vertical platform lifts
  • Outdoor stair lifts
  • Ramps – Wood, Concrete, Aluminum
  • Automatic power door opener
  • Keyless entry locks

GOING UP AND DOWN THE STAIRS

  • Residential and Home Elevators
  • Straight stair lifts, curved stair lifts
  • Wheelchair lifts and vertical platform lifts