When most people think of ADA compliance, they imagine a simple ramp added to a curb or entrance. But the truth is: ADA-compliant ramps are one of the most overlooked — and most dangerous — features on a property when not built correctly.
At We Love Paving, we help property owners, HOAs, and commercial facilities ensure their ramps are fully compliant, safe, and built to code — not just to avoid lawsuits, but to truly protect people.
🔍 What Makes a Ramp ADA-Compliant?
It’s not just about having a ramp — it’s about having the right ramp. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ramps must meet specific guidelines, including:
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Slope: No steeper than 1:12 (for every inch of rise, at least 12 inches of run)
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Width: Minimum of 36 inches
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Landing areas: Flat, level surfaces at the top and bottom
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Handrails: Required on both sides if ramp rises more than 6 inches
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Edge protection: Prevents wheels from slipping off
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Slip-resistant surface: Especially critical in rain-prone areas
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Clear space: No obstructions or sharp turns mid-ramp
Missing even one of these could make your property non-compliant — and open you up to serious risk.
⚠️ Real Risks of Non-Compliant Ramps
We’ve seen it too often:
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A tenant in a wheelchair falls due to improper slope ➜ personal injury lawsuit
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A business fined $30,000+ for ramps without handrails
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A small HOA forced to rebuild all ramps after a single ADA complaint
Even if no one’s been hurt — yet — that doesn’t mean you’re safe. ADA inspectors and lawyers don’t wait for accidents to enforce compliance.
💰 Proactive Compliance Saves You Thousands
Investing in a compliant ramp isn’t a cost — it’s protection:
✔ Avoid lawsuits and settlements
✔ Prevent costly rebuilds
✔ Ensure accessibility for all visitors
✔ Increase trust and value in your property
🧱 How We Help at We Love Paving
We don’t just build ramps — we engineer solutions that pass inspection and keep people safe. Our ADA ramp services include:
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Full site inspection and compliance audit
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Removal and replacement of non-compliant ramps
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Concrete pouring with proper slope and drainage
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Installation of handrails and edge protection
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Truncated domes for tactile warnings
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Striping, signage, and barrier-free access coordination
Everything we do is to code, to spec, and on time.
Want to make sure your ramp is fully ADA-compliant as part of the entire accessible route? Check out ADA Compliance: It’s Not Just About Ramps, Folks! — a detailed guide that covers slopes, landings, handrails, transitions, and real-world violations that trigger lawsuits.
✅ Final Thoughts
If your property has a ramp — but you’re not sure if it meets ADA standards — you’re at risk.
Let’s fix that before it becomes a problem.
📞 Schedule a free ADA ramp inspection today and protect your property, your people, and your peace of mind.
