Aging in Place Inspections
If you’re planning an aging in place strategy for yourself or other family members, Trident Inspection Group can help. We know certain issues can pose problems for seniors or for those with mobility or other physical limitations. We offer a home safety inspection for the elderly to identify any updates needed to address safety, convenience, and accessibility concerns. Call (714) 332-6689, request a quote, or schedule now. We serve Orange County and the surrounding areas of California.
Plan for Aging in Place Home Design
Identifying and making home modifications is a process that is best done ahead of time. This allows you to prioritize and budget for short-term and long-term upgrades as time and money allow. At Trident, our professional, certified inspectors thoroughly examine both the exterior and interior of the home. See the highlights below of items we check for inclusion and/or function in our extensive inspection.
Exterior
- Slip-resistant stairs and ramp and handrails.
- Accessible doorways.
- Lighting.
- Driveways and walkways.
- Garage and other outbuildings.
- Easy-care landscaping.
- House number clearly visible from street for first responders.
- Secure doors and easy-to-use locks and knobs.
Interior
- Maneuverability in each room and passageway of the home.
- Check of electrical, lighting, safety, and security systems.
- Kitchen appliances, counters, and cabinets are easy to reach and use.
- Bathroom fixtures and counters are appropriately sized, and at least one bathroom is wheelchair accessible on the main level and has slip-resistant surfaces. Access to emergency call button.
- Flooring in home is low-density pile with firm pad or slip-resistant surfaces to prevent tripping, slipping, or falls.
- In multi-story home, laundry facilities located on same floor as master bedroom.
- Main living area is on a single story, including full bath, or, if multi-story, has a chair lift or residential elevator.
After the inspection, we’ll provide you with a same-day report of our recommendations for modification. We are experienced with helping clients transform their dwellings into aging in place homes. Avoid an upsetting move and stay in your beloved, familiar surroundings.
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Complete Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
An Aging-in-Place inspection evaluates a home for safety, accessibility, and comfort so seniors can live independently longer. Trident assesses entryways, bathrooms, lighting, flooring, and mobility pathways to recommend modifications that make daily life safer.
Homeowners planning for retirement, families assisting elderly parents, or caregivers looking to minimize fall risks benefit most. These inspections are also useful for builders or remodelers updating homes to meet universal design standards.
Common recommendations include grab bars, lever handles, slip-resistant flooring, improved lighting, widened doorways, and step-free entrances. These changes enhance mobility and reduce accident risks.
Most Aging-in-Place inspections take 1–2 hours, depending on the property’s size and layout. You’ll receive a detailed report with prioritized suggestions and photos.
Yes. Trident offers Aging-in-Place consultations for caregivers, senior living planners, and property managers who want to make housing safer and more accessible for aging residents.
Prioritize Home Safety with Trident
Studies show the option of aging in place is often the best. At Trident Inspection Group, we can help make this possible with our home safety inspection for the elderly. Enjoy the comforts of home with the necessary modifications to be safe and secure too. Contact us at (714) 332-6689, request a quote, or schedule now. We serve Orange County and the surrounding areas of California including Westminster, Cypress, Chino Hills, Los Angeles, Riverside, Anaheim, Mission Viejo, and Irvine.