Access Ramps for Sale

Getting around in a wheelchair can be a bit daunting for anyone. There are all kinds of practicalities to consider, other than simply gaining access to buildings. Therefore, you may want to consider portable access ramps for sale. These are ramps that will ease access into a wide range of situations and you can take them in the back of the auto or mini van with you to use at your destination if needed. Access ramps for sale range in size and price and in addition, they can differ in materials too.

Used access ramps

You can buy access ramps in a new or used condition and clearly, you will get a better deal if you decide to buy used access ramps. Buying a used or second hand access ramp is something that is entirely possible but you will need to inspect it thoroughly before committing yourself. For example if it has received a lot of use, there may be a lot of wear and tear which means it is not as stable or sturdy as it should be and this may be a cause for concern. The most durable portable access ramps for sale are made of aluminum, so if your choice is to buy a used one – aluminum is the way to go. These are lightweight, strong and robust and can withstand heavy weight so it can easily take a wheelchair, its user and also a caregiver who might be helping the wheelchair user up the ramp.

Buying used access ramps

Before committing yourself to purchase any access ramps for sale, it is important to know a little of the history of the access ramp. There may be a variety of reasons for its sale. Some companies may specialize in selling re-conditioned or used access ramps.
You will find some used access ramps for sale by private individuals too. This may be because they have used the portable access ramp as an interim measure whilst awaiting the building of a permanent structure. Alternatively, the injury or illness that caused the immobility has ceased and the access ramp is no longer needed. If the access ramp was only needed as a temporary measure, it will probably be in a good condition and it is definitely worth investigating as you can save a great deal of money in this way. If you only need the access ramps as temporary measure yourself then this would be the most cost effective way of obtaining a portable ramp. There are always ramp rentals but if the period of use is uncertain or indefinite for the foreseeable future, this may work out to be quite expensive.

Other uses for ramps

Not all ramps are used for disability. It may be that you need a ramp to unload heavy equipment from a van or truck. To avoid back strain and injury, transporting heavy equipment on wheels across a short access ramp will easily make the job so much safer and quicker. Regardless of whether you choose a new or used access ramp for sale, always consider the usage to guide you in your decision making process.