Build a Mobile Home Porch with RampMobile Homes with porch ramps are pretty common. However, since a ramp does add significant cost to a mobile home porch, they are typically only added for medical disability reasons. There are however many ways to add them to your porch.If you are building a porch with a ramp for a mobile home for medical reasons, it does require careful planning to ensure safety, durability, and compliance with building and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) codes.  It is certainly possible to just add a ramp to a porch. Often times if you only have a step or two, you can add a pre-built ramp AND have the option of moving it when you don't need it. You can find this kind of ramp at any wheelchair supply company, ask a local clinic or even check Facebook marketplace. There are a few different kinds as well:  Building Codes & PermitsCheck local building codes, ADA regulations and zoning laws to make sure you comply with all the rules. And make sure you obtain the necessary permits before starting construction.If the ramp is for accessibility, follow ADA guidelines, then check them for today's specific rules. But typically ADA requires a 1:12 slope. That means the ramp can only rise 1 inch for every foot of length. So if you only have 3 feet of space to build the ramp, whatever it is connecting to couldn't be more than 3 inches high. Also, wheelchairs and crutches require 36-inch minimum width for the ramp and handrails if the ramp is longer than 6 feet. Also, wheelchairs and crutches require 36-inch minimum width for the ramp and handrails if the ramp is longer than 6 feet. While it's tempting to avoid the hassle of permits, there are definite advantages. The most logical reason to pull a permit is money. If you're planning to sell your mobile home at some point, being able to show permits adds great credibility and comfort to potential buyers. And also for insurance. If something goes wrong or someone gets hurt, not having a permit gives the opposing attorney all the ammunition they need to make sure whatever happened is your fault. Conversely showing you pulled a permit could be all that you need to prove you built it correctly. And also a permit is really just a request for inspection. Having someone else take a look at what you built might give you all the confidence that you need. What you probably won't see in the code however is the information regarding the pathway that connects the bottom of the ramp with wherever you park. You'll need to fully measure your ramp so you are sure the bottom is leading to a steep downhill of the yard. And equally important at the top, you'll need to design the porch so there isn't a gap or lip for someone in a wheelchair to traverse to get inside.   Foundation & SupportMobile homes are often placed on concrete blocks or piers, so the porch and ramp should have independent footings to prevent shifting.Use concrete footings or piers for stability. Ensure posts are properly anchored to withstand weather and movement. These rules are the same whether you build a solid in-ground porch or a mobile porch. Ramp DesignLook at the space you lose when building a ramp. It would not be prudent to build a ramp into your driveway area if there is no other place to park. It might be smarter, though more expensive, to build the ramp off the back with a turn bringing you back to the front.If money isn't really an object then what else might you consider with your ramp design? Summer slip-n-slide area? Christmas Lights? Moving furniture in and out? If you walk your dog daily, I'd hate to walk the dog an extra 25 feet in the rain to get to the grass yard. How else could you design your mobile home porch with ramp?  Ramp Building MaterialsSometimes you can get a complete kit for building a ramp off a mobile home porch. Otherwise, pressure-treated lumber is common, but composite decking is more durable and slip-resistant. Use non-slip treads or add grip tape for traction, especially in wet or icy conditions.If you're considering plywood or MDF, just know that neither will stand up to rain, heat or desert heat. Weather Protection & Drainage Ensure proper drainage around the ramp and porch to prevent water pooling. Consider a covered porch or awning for protection against weather. If in a snowy area, use heated mats or coatings to prevent ice buildup. More Mobile Home Porch Options
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