Home Modification Assessment Report
100 Main Street
Home Readiness Score · Aging in place
What your home already does well
Section 1
Executive Summary
This report presents the results of a SafeHome Partners AI-powered home modification assessment for 100 Main Street. The assessment combines dimensional data from a CubiCasa floor plan scan with answers to a 20-question supplemental questionnaire completed by the family.
The home is a 2,549 sq ft two-story residence with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. All bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor, accessible only by staircase. The resident is currently mobile and independent on stairs — this is critically important, as it means modifications can be planned thoughtfully rather than executed in an emergency.
The questionnaire confirmed several immediate concerns despite current good mobility: 3 entry steps with one-side handrail only and no ramp space, narrow doorways at 28–30 inches at both the bathroom and the 1st-floor bedroom, a tub/shower combo on smooth tile, and partial nighttime lighting. These items carry fall risk regardless of current mobility level.
Section 2
Questionnaire Answers
The following summarizes all 20 supplemental questionnaire responses. Items are color-coded: red = confirmed risk factor, amber = attention needed, green = asset.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How many steps lead up to the front porch? | 3 steps |
| Is there a handrail on the entry steps? | One side only |
| What is the porch surface material? | Brick / pavers |
| Is there space beside the porch for a ramp? | No — landscaping needed |
| Width of doorway into 1st-floor bathroom? | 28–30 inches |
| Width of doorway into 1st-floor bedroom? | 28–30 inches |
| Are there raised thresholds between rooms? | None |
| Does the 1st-floor bathroom have grab bars? | Yes — toilet and shower/tub |
| Does the 1st-floor bath have a tub, shower, or both? | Tub / shower combo |
| What is the 1st-floor bathroom flooring? | Smooth tile |
| How many steps in the main staircase? | 13–15 steps |
| Does the staircase have handrails on both sides? | One side only |
| Is the staircase straight or curved? | Straight |
| Primary flooring in living room / sun room? | Luxury vinyl plank |
| Do flooring transitions create any height difference? | All flush |
| Is the bedroom-to-bathroom path lit at night? | Partial — some areas dark |
| What mobility aids does the resident currently use? | None currently |
| Can the resident climb stairs independently? | Yes, comfortably |
| What is the primary goal for modifications? | Future planning |
| Approximate total budget? | Flexible |
Section 3
Floor Plans
Floor plans generated by CubiCasa scan of 100 Main Street. All room labels and fixture positions are as detected by the CubiCasa AI. Measurements are dimensionally accurate to within manufacturer tolerances.
1st Floor
1,753 sq ft
2nd Floor
796 sq ft
Section 4
Modification Findings
The porch (16'8" × 5'9") is accessed via 3 steps with only one handrail on one side. The questionnaire confirms no space for a ramp without landscaping work. This is the highest-priority finding: without accessible entry, every other modification is meaningless for future wheelchair or walker use. Three steps at ~7 inches each equals 21 inches total rise, requiring a minimum 21-foot ADA-compliant ramp at a 1:12 slope. A contractor must evaluate whether a switchback ramp, platform lift, or landscape grading is most practical. Positive: brick/paver surface does not need replacement.
Basis: ADA Fair Housing: accessible entry required. CAPS: primary fall risk point for all mobility levels.
ADA minimum clear doorway width is 32 inches; CAPS recommends 36 inches for walker and wheelchair access. At 28–30 inches, a standard wheelchair has less than 3 inches of clearance, making independent bathroom access effectively impossible. Door widening requires removing the existing frame, potentially relocating a jack stud, and re-hanging a wider door. Permits are required in most jurisdictions. Budget to do this simultaneously with the bedroom doorway below.
Basis: ADA: 32" minimum clear doorway width. CAPS evaluation standard.
The 1st-floor bedroom (13'5" × 13'7") is the natural candidate for conversion to a primary bedroom as stair use becomes more difficult. Its doorway is also confirmed at 28–30 inches. Both doorways (bathroom and bedroom) should be widened in the same contractor visit to minimize cost. The bedroom itself is large enough for full wheelchair clearance: at 182 sq ft it easily accommodates a 60-inch wheelchair turning radius.
Basis: ADA: 32" minimum clear doorway. CAPS: bedroom accessibility requires 36" preferred.
A tub/shower combo with smooth tile is the highest-risk bathroom configuration for adults 65+. Stepping over a tub wall (typically 16–18 inches) while balancing on smooth tile accounts for the majority of serious bathroom falls. Positive: grab bars are already installed at toilet and shower/tub. Immediate action: add non-slip adhesive strips to the tub floor and a tub transfer bench. Long-term: convert to a curbless walk-in shower.
Basis: CAPS: tub/shower combos are the leading bathroom fall location. CDC: 235,000 bathroom injuries annually in the US.
The staircase is confirmed straight — excellent for stairlift installation (straight-rail $3,000–$5,500 vs. curved $8,000–$15,000). Immediate action: add a second handrail on the open side at 34–38 inches with a graspable profile (1.25–1.5 inch diameter). This is a same-day fix. Stairlift planning should begin now while the resident is still comfortable on stairs. Installation takes 3–4 hours. Stair width must be confirmed by a contractor (minimum 28 inches needed).
Basis: CAPS: bilateral handrails required. Proactive stairlift planning avoids costly emergency installation.
Round doorknobs require grip strength and wrist rotation, both commonly reduced by arthritis. Lever handles require only downward pressure. This home has an estimated 12–16 interior doors. A contractor can replace all hardware in a single visit using ADA-compliant lever sets.
Basis: CAPS standard modification. Low cost, high independence impact.
The questionnaire confirms some areas are dark at night on the path from bedroom to bathroom. Install plug-in motion-sensor night lights at 6–12 inch floor height along the route on both floors. The 2nd-floor hall (7'10" × 5'3") needs only one motion-sensor light. Replace all light switches with rocker-style at 42–44 inch height where possible.
Basis: CAPS: adequate lighting reduces nighttime fall risk by 35%.
Even before stairlift planning, the second handrail should be installed as a standalone project — any carpenter or handyman can complete this in under 4 hours. The rail must be continuous and graspable (1.25–1.5 inch round or oval profile), mounted at 34–38 inches above the stair nosing, with returns at top and bottom.
Basis: CAPS and IRC: bilateral graspable handrails on all stair runs.
Kitchen (17'3" × 11'0"): (1) Replace small knobs with D-ring or C-pull cabinet hardware, (2) Install full-extension pull-out shelves in lower cabinets to eliminate bending and step-stool use, (3) Evaluate lowering one counter section to 32–34 inches for seated food prep. Pantry should also receive pull-out shelving.
Basis: CAPS: kitchen modifications reduce fall risk from step-stool use and extend independent meal preparation.
The walk-in closet (9'5" × 8'0") is well-sized. Standard rods at 66–72 inches are unreachable from a seated position. Lower one rod to 48 inches maximum reach height and add a pull-down rod extender for the upper rod. Confirm closet entry doorway is at least 32 inches clear.
Basis: ADA: maximum forward reach 48". Side reach 9"–54".
Laundry (10'9" × 8'1"): If front-loading appliances are present, 12–15 inch pedestals raise the door to a more accessible height. If top-loading, the primary modification is non-slip flooring. Laundry rooms accumulate moisture and have elevated slip risk. The laundry door should also be included in the doorway widening evaluation.
Basis: CAPS: bending to retrieve laundry is a documented fall trigger for adults 65+.
The 1st-floor bedroom (13'5" × 13'7") is 182 sq ft — large enough for full wheelchair clearance. Begin planning now: assess proximity to the 1st-floor bath, evaluate whether a connecting pass-through can be added, and get a contractor estimate for a full en-suite bathroom addition. Acting without time pressure allows proper permitting, design, and competitive bidding.
Basis: Single-floor living is the #1 aging-in-place strategy for two-story homes.
As an immediate bridge while planning the tub conversion, apply 3M Safety-Walk or equivalent textured adhesive strips to the tub floor. Takes 20 minutes, costs under $30, and meaningfully reduces slip risk during the transition period. Grab bars are already installed — this completes the short-term bathroom safety package.
Basis: Simple interim fall prevention while longer-term conversion is planned.
The breakfast nook (12'5" × 9'3") is a daily-use space. Standard chairs at 17–19 inch seat height make sit-to-stand difficult. Consider chairs with armrests at 18–20 inch seat height — armrests provide a push-up surface — or a counter-height table with stools for easier standing transfers.
Basis: CAPS: seating with armrests significantly eases sit-to-stand for adults with reduced lower-body strength.
A handheld showerhead on a sliding bar enables seated showering and lowers the spray head for use from a shower chair. Installs in under an hour on any standard shower arm. Recommended for all three bathrooms; prioritize the 1st-floor bathroom.
Basis: CAPS: handheld showerheads enable independent bathing with reduced fall risk.
The sun room (15'8" × 13'8") connects to the living room. The questionnaire reports all transitions are flush — verify specifically at the sun room entry on a contractor visit, as sun rooms often have a slightly raised threshold from original construction. If over ½ inch, install a transition reducer strip ($20–$40).
Basis: Verification only — questionnaire reports flush transitions throughout.
Section 5
Prioritized Action Plan
Based on these findings and a goal of future planning, the following phased approach is recommended. With no current mobility limitations there is no emergency — but acting now ensures better contractor access, lower costs, and no rushed decisions.
- Add second staircase handrail — single contractor day, no permit required
- Apply non-slip strips to tub floor — DIY, under $30, 20 minutes
- Install motion-sensor night lights on bedroom-to-bathroom path, both floors
- Replace all interior doorknobs with lever handles throughout
- Widen 1st-floor bathroom doorway to 36 inches — permit required in most municipalities
- Widen 1st-floor bedroom doorway to 36 inches — same contractor visit as bathroom
- Install pull-out shelving in kitchen lower cabinets and pantry
- Replace kitchen and cabinet hardware with D-ring / C-pull levers
- Lower W.I.C. closet rod to 48-inch accessible height
- Stairlift planning and installation — obtain 3 contractor bids; confirm stair width first
- 1st-floor bathroom tub-to-shower conversion (curbless preferred)
- Laundry room pedestal installation and flooring assessment
- Add handheld showerheads in all three bathrooms
- Entry ramp — requires landscaping evaluation; get structural engineer and contractor bids
- 1st-floor primary bedroom conversion — architect and contractor consultation
- Evaluate en-suite bathroom addition adjacent to 1st-floor bedroom
- Full re-assessment when mobility needs change — contact SafeHome Partners for updated report
Your project timeline & readiness trajectory
In your client portal, the work is organized into scheduled stages — do-it-yourself or contractor — and your readiness score climbs as each stage completes.
On schedule, your home reaches full aging-in-place readiness by mid-2027 for a cumulative spend of about $32,000 — sequenced so the highest-impact safety items come first.
Section 6
Notes for Contractor Site Visit
The following items must be verified on-site before any work begins. This report is generated from scan and questionnaire data — all measurements require physical confirmation.
- Measure all doorways in the 1st-floor hall corridor — confirm exact clear widths
- Measure stair width at narrowest point for stairlift rail clearance
- Assess porch and front yard grade for ramp or platform lift feasibility
- Confirm tub wall height for transfer bench vs. full conversion decision
- Verify 2nd-floor bathroom doorway widths — not yet confirmed
- Check flooring condition at sun room entry and between living room and kitchen
- Assess laundry appliance type (front-load vs. top-load)
- Evaluate electrical capacity for stairlift circuit (dedicated 110V outlet needed at top and bottom of stair)
- Confirm existing handrail profile — must be graspable (1.25–1.5 inch diameter round or oval)
This report is generated from CubiCasa floor plan scan data and a supplemental questionnaire and does not constitute a professional home inspection, structural engineering report, or medical assessment. All cost estimates are approximate ranges that will vary based on existing conditions, contractor availability, and material selection. All measurements and modification specifications must be verified by a credentialed SafeHome Partners contractor before any work begins.