First off thank you for the comments everyone. I just want to clarify a few things. I apologize for using the title of handicap ramp as I am aware that this is not 1/12 pitch. The premise for the project was simply to give her much easier access in walking up to the door as she was very sick and could not navigate stairs. The idea of the video was more or less just a quick build ramp to ease the height increase and I just wanted to show how to whip up a ramp that would be sturdy and hold the test of time just fine. Also I know a lot of you commented on the door and I did address some of you. The storm door frame was removed so that it wouldn't be in the way and the wood entry door opens in and out of the way. I hope I could at least provide viewers with at least some pointers and tips on building any kind of ramp and thank you all for the comments and watching.
For anyone to buy the materials out of his own pocket and build his sweet little young neighbor a ramp is going way up and beyond of being a great neighbor ! God Bless Your Heart ! Janet
Your video is still helping people 2 years later. We made some adjustments to meet compliance, but used your technique to build. Really appreciate you doing this video. Thank You.
You did what you could with what you were given. The home owner can come home now. It's not to code but it suits her needs. That's what is important. Take care and God bless.
Good point James. The storm door did in fact swing out and the wrong direction so I had to remove that. The wood door swings in and was in the perfect direction so it all worked out. If they do want to add a storm door we can just put on a new one that swings the right way, not a big deal
Hi Tommy Boy, thank you for this lesson. I've watched many of videos on how to build a WC ramp and I've hired several people that did it wrong. Today I will take it apart again and this time I hope to complete it myself. with what I have learned from your video. You have explained it the best. Many thanks, Cheryl.
Good job, and good in ya. It's so much better than what was there before. I'm gonna have to do this for my folks and don't have enough time or money for a 1/12 pitch. This is not commercial/ government standard construction. It's just doing your best to help someone.
THAT LOOKS GREAT. IF I WAS IN A TALL HOUSE WITH A LOT OF STAIRS I WOULD HAVE TO GET SOMEONE OUT TO INSTALL A PERMANENT RAMP JUST LIKE YOURS. I HAVE A FRIEND WHO HAD A RAMP PUT IN A FEW YEARS AGO. I WAS THINKING OF THE WORD HANDLE BARS BUT THEY ARE CALLED RAILS I SEE.
Nice job I'm looking to build one for my uncle soon and this is exactly what I was thinking to do.I hope they changed that storm door to a left handle cause it would be hard to open that one and go in with the wheelchair : )
this is great. I need something 1:12 for my old dog, but with a little higher 'fence' on either side. A carpenter will likely add rug so she has traction. I'll ask him to make it wide enough for my eventual old age use too !!)
This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you very much for posting this. Now I need to calculate my materials. Mine will be approximately 25 foot with a 29 inch rise (Non ADA Compliant). ~~~~~~~~ Again, thank you for a great video!~~~~~~~~
How much did all the materials cost you to build yours (here in Hawaii)? I might have to fund my father's ramp at our home since I think he'll be wheelchair bound for the rest of his life.
@@ddrz09 It was about $250 in lumber and coated deck screws. Mostly treated 2X4s, and sheets of plywood. Material in Hawaii is usually a little more expensive than on the mainland.
I’ve got a video of a code and ADA-compliant ramp build on my channel. I definitely understand the circumstances here but that 1:12 pitch maximum is pretty important for a wheelchair user. Something this steep will definitely require a helper. Either way, I like the zest to get the job done helping someone out.
Thank you for the comment and yes I am very aware of the 1:12 pitch. We just had to work with what he wanted just to help her move up the ramp much easier instead of those steep stairs.
Thank you for showing how to trim the end of the board with a level. I've been wondering how to build a ramp for some stairs but have zero experience doing it. Was hoping you'd show how to notch the ramp to fit on the stairs.
@@seluRredruM I'm not that smart, but I would think once you get on landing in front of the door, then you would open the door.It's a little harder than having the door open on the opposite side, but it will work.Or then again put up another storm door that opens from the left side going in. Janet
@@janetshelton8948 ...not if you're using a walker. Where you supposed to put the walker while you squeeze your way around that screen door? How about a wheelchair?
Just what I was looking for. Thank you. Only think I would have done different is turn the door around so it opens the other way. Left to right instead of right to left. Unless that's a camera thing.
Great video. Thank you! I gotta do one of these for gramma fefe... just checked out the aluminum versions >>> $2500 to 4500?? - slippery when wet i bet >>> gonna go with >>> Outdoor Stair Treads Non Slip 30" x 6" - 12-Pack Weather Resistant Exterior Grip Tape for Wooden Steps - Non Slip Stair Treads - Anti Skid Strips - Waterproof 80-Grit Adhesive Treads - slope / - length? >>> *Vertical Rise (in inches): (Vertical height of the loading surface to the ground) 36 Inches Ramp Length For Residential, or User is Assisted Occupied Ramp Length (2:12 slope, results in feet): (Wheelchair/scooter user is sitting in seat, with a capable assistant pushing) 18 Feet Ramp Length For Business, or User is Unassisted Recommended Length (1:12 slope, results in feet): 36 Feet
I noticed that the storm door is opening on the wrong side for your landing. I hope that that got fixed. Thanks for the video. I will be building a ramp for my brother. If I can get the funds together. Wood is so stinking expensive now.
She could probably walk but just can't get up the stairs, but I get your point because most accessible ramps that was built they had to change the way entrance door opened.
When you held the 4’ level and drew a line on the lower part of the ramp, wouldn’t you have to subtract an equal amount off the top part to prevent a gap on the lower inside bottom of the ramp?
Hopefully you suggested to the customers to give a different storm door that way it opens to the left that way when they're coming up the ramp they can go ride in instead of having to go around past the door then open the storm door
Nice video-very helpful. How did you determine the cut out for your stringers where they attached to the porch? You explained how to determine the angle for where they connect to the ground. Thanks again for your video.
It's a nice looking ramp. I like the way you added the lower handrail. I'm wondering why the 4x4 at the top doesn't go all the way down to the step or the cement. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching. I didn't think I needed to go all the way down with those as they are just in between posts to hold the railing and they were bolted to the joists, which in turn were supported by deck boards all the way across. I could have easily put them down to the ground but it was unnecessary, the deck was plenty sturdy
@@tommyboydiy1484 I'm happy it works good for you. Thanks for the reply. I'm about to help build a ramp tomorrow and found your video while I was looking for ways to give our ramp slip resistance. After watching several I think sand enhanced paint might work pretty good.
@@southernexposure123 you can buy silica grit additive at the big box stores for floor paints and stains. It works great if you mix it into whatever you're using. I use it on my driveway sealer
How far apart are the 4x4 supports? What is the total length of the ramp? I have to build a ramp for my wife. This is an awesome video to learn from. Thanks for posting.
If you are talking about the thin railing ballusters then they technically would be the same for a railing. They would just adjust to the angle of the ramp
You can do it either way. When I measured the top for cutting my notch I had the joists resting on top because I knew they were going to rest a few inches lower when I trimmed the bottom flat, so it would all work out
I know this is old video so may not be active anymore but how did you figure the angle to cut on the trusses that in contact to the platform. I don’t see that you showed that. Thanks for the video
Honestly I used the 20 foot joist and layed it on the step and just marked the bottom with a straight edge at that angle. A string line would be another option, if you went from top of step to ground with the line you could measure the angle
@@ronnybarnwell7980 I just layed the wood joist where I wanted it and mark the cut lines at the top and bottom so once cut it would sit at the same angle
this one was about 2 inches per foot, but code is 1 per foot. I wasn't to worried because I knew it was temporary. For wheelchairs and walkers you would want to be close to 1 per foot
Hey brother thank you for the video I just wanted to know real quick about how much did that ramp and railing in a costume and would not labor included because I’ll be doing it haha😅🤘
@@tommyboydiy1484fore sure thank you anyways, I actually just plugged into chat GPT the amount of wood and the labor hours and state and it gave me a really close estimate
I didn't attach to concrete only because it was a temporary ramp. You could easily use galvanized 4x4 brackets though if you needed to. The top angle can be calculated with a framing square once you know the rise over run
Instead of building the ramp at right angles to the front door did you not consider building it in front of the front door so would leave the steps for mobile walkers instead of disabled?
This is very helpful!!! But call me crazy... looking at the door towards the end of the video... doesn't the way the door opens make this ramp on the wrong side? 🤣 Either way, it is helpful so i can build my mother one. I appreciate it!!!
Yes, thanks. A true handicap ramp is 1:12 and I did mention that. In this case it's just a walking ramp that she needed for assistance and given the space I had to work with i was only able to get to about 1:8, which was good enough for what she needed. Thanks for watching
I need to build one but some codes require wheelchair ramps not to exceed a certain decline per foot. I would hate to build one then have to tear it out.
My pitch was about 2.5/12. yours would be a little under 2/12. Handicap code is technically 1/12, thats 1" rise for every foot of length. So with 36" of rise you would need a total of 36 feet of ramp
@@tommyboydiy1484 gotcha. Appreciate it sir. Now if it’s a diy thing for my dads Home we don’t need to worry about code right? Just would need to remove it/bring it up to code if he wanted to sell?
You would have to build a platform in the middle to make a turn 180 degrees in most cases and continue the ramp. So the platform would normally be built at the halfway point of elevation
@@tommyboydiy1484 I'm worried because the rise is 42" on my existing deck. I don't have alot of money, so I thought making it a long ramp? Thank you so much for responding Sir.
Like I mentioned to someone else the cost depends on how long it needs to be. If it needs to go down and back because of the height drop. I believe the parts cost on mine was around $500. It took my dad and I the day and two hours in the morning to finish up.
The length was about 20 feet long so it drops the ramp whatever couple inches you slice off at the bottom but it doesn't change the angle by much. You could cut the bottom flat first then line up top too.
@@tommyboydiy1484 Thank you for the original video and reply. It was very much a help and I completed my project over this past weekend. Turned out great. Appreciate the time you took in posting. 👍🏾
Yes, so the easiest way was to lay the joist across the top of your stairs to where it meets the ground. Then with a speed square you can draw the notch to match the step and then draw a line at the bottom near the ground perpendicular to the ground.
@@tommyboydiy1484 I didn't see you use a speed square just a 4 ft level. Wish you would show the whole process as I can't wrap my mind around what you were doing. Thanks
When cutting the bottom angle of joists, should you not have set the top ends 5.5" above where there will go? This, in order to get the bottom handle correct.
You would calculate the rise over run of the height of your stairs from the ground where it rests. For instance if your ramp is 16' long and 4 foot high is your steps then every foot of ramp rises three inches. That's a 3/12 pitch. If you use a carpenters square and find 3/12 pitch on it it with show you where to mark the angle
First off thank you for the comments everyone. I just want to clarify a few things. I apologize for using the title of handicap ramp as I am aware that this is not 1/12 pitch. The premise for the project was simply to give her much easier access in walking up to the door as she was very sick and could not navigate stairs. The idea of the video was more or less just a quick build ramp to ease the height increase and I just wanted to show how to whip up a ramp that would be sturdy and hold the test of time just fine. Also I know a lot of you commented on the door and I did address some of you. The storm door frame was removed so that it wouldn't be in the way and the wood entry door opens in and out of the way. I hope I could at least provide viewers with at least some pointers and tips on building any kind of ramp and thank you all for the comments and watching.
How can I get contact to have a ramp built at .my.home
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For anyone to buy the materials out of his own pocket and build his sweet little young neighbor a ramp is going way up and beyond of being a great neighbor ! God Bless Your Heart ! Janet
Pay them, lol.
Good job. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Your video is still helping people 2 years later. We made some adjustments to meet compliance, but used your technique to build. Really appreciate you doing this video. Thank You.
Glad it was informative enough for you
Thanks for the vid. I’m going to use it to build my church access for the elder and disabled folk 😁
Thanks for helping someone in need I now know how to cut my runners with just a level and pencil . Great video thanks for shareing.
You did what you could with what you were given. The home owner can come home now. It's not to code but it suits her needs. That's what is important. Take care and God bless.
Nice, subtle wack.
A private ramp does not have to meet the 1/12 ratio. It can be as steep as 1/6.
@@maxwaters1461 one in every crowd
I'm glad you addressed the storm door. Also, this is a killer dental asmr....
Nine work. Twenty-five years ago I built a ramp for my mother and now I need a ramp built for me to use.
Good point James. The storm door did in fact swing out and the wrong direction so I had to remove that. The wood door swings in and was in the perfect direction so it all worked out. If they do want to add a storm door we can just put on a new one that swings the right way, not a big deal
Ok nevernind my comment should have read 1st looked really good.
Wish you were my neighbor
Great video
Job well done
I’m going to build one for my sister.
Thank you you
Thank you so much for sharing!😊
Thank you for your work. Hope it's not too steep
Hi Tommy Boy, thank you for this lesson. I've watched many of videos on how to build a WC ramp and I've hired several people that did it wrong. Today I will take it apart again and this time I hope to complete it myself. with what I have learned from your video. You have explained it the best. Many thanks, Cheryl.
Glad it helped
Good job, and good in ya. It's so much better than what was there before. I'm gonna have to do this for my folks and don't have enough time or money for a 1/12 pitch. This is not commercial/ government standard construction. It's just doing your best to help someone.
Awesome exactly what I needed. And good call with those carriage bolts cheers
THAT LOOKS GREAT. IF I WAS IN A TALL HOUSE WITH A LOT OF STAIRS I WOULD HAVE TO GET SOMEONE OUT TO INSTALL A PERMANENT RAMP JUST LIKE YOURS. I HAVE A FRIEND WHO HAD A RAMP PUT IN A FEW YEARS AGO. I WAS THINKING OF THE WORD HANDLE BARS BUT THEY ARE CALLED RAILS I SEE.
My thanks be to you for this video
My pleasure!
Im needing a ramp myself. Figured i would watch so i could tell my neighbor to watch your vid.
Nice job I'm looking to build one for my uncle soon and this is exactly what I was thinking to do.I hope they changed that storm door to a left handle cause it would be hard to open that one and go in with the wheelchair : )
Thank you. Building one in a week for someone at church.
great work. i thankfully learned (w/ the help of this videos and others) to avoid lag bolts and instead to use carrier bolts.
Im actually going to build this for my dog 😊
Perfect, I think the storm door will be an issue so I will take a hard look at that on my project.
this is great. I need something 1:12 for my old dog, but with a little higher 'fence' on either side. A carpenter will likely add rug so she has traction. I'll ask him to make it wide enough for my eventual old age use too !!)
I added grip tape after the video
Looks good, you should buy a lapel mic with a dead mouse cover to protect from the wind. And perhaps a tripod.
And buy a bigger compressor, so it's not running all the time, higher CFM or storage tank or shut it off when filming.
This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you very much for posting this. Now I need to calculate my materials. Mine will be approximately 25 foot with a 29 inch rise (Non ADA Compliant). ~~~~~~~~ Again, thank you for a great video!~~~~~~~~
A lot of great information. Thanks. Building one for a friend of mine here in Hawaii, and this answered some questions that I had.
How much did all the materials cost you to build yours (here in Hawaii)? I might have to fund my father's ramp at our home since I think he'll be wheelchair bound for the rest of his life.
@@ddrz09 It was about $250 in lumber and coated deck screws. Mostly treated 2X4s, and sheets of plywood. Material in Hawaii is usually a little more expensive than on the mainland.
@@gregoryhall2105 good to know, thanks! I'm here on Oahu, I'll be going to home depot/Lowes within the week to look at everything/check stock
Nice job helped me in 2023
Excellent Carpentry for the Project at hand.
thank you for sharing this how to. ❤
Nice work, I need to make one for my dad, thanks
Nice job! Top notch design
Great job. Thanks for sharing and for helping out the homeowner.
I’ve got a video of a code and ADA-compliant ramp build on my channel. I definitely understand the circumstances here but that 1:12 pitch maximum is pretty important for a wheelchair user. Something this steep will definitely require a helper. Either way, I like the zest to get the job done helping someone out.
Thank you for the comment and yes I am very aware of the 1:12 pitch. We just had to work with what he wanted just to help her move up the ramp much easier instead of those steep stairs.
I'm thinking of building one for my nephew. Ramp needs to be at least 2 ft. Height. Thanks for this video.
Good job man that’s a pretty nice way to build a ramp, given that there was already a concrete porch existing
Thank you for showing how to trim the end of the board with a level. I've been wondering how to build a ramp for some stairs but have zero experience doing it. Was hoping you'd show how to notch the ramp to fit on the stairs.
How do they open the door? It looks like it swings towards the ramp.
You get what you pay for. lmao
@@seluRredruM I'm not that smart, but I would think once you get on landing in front of the door, then you would open the door.It's a little harder than having the door open on the opposite side, but it will work.Or then again put up another storm door that opens from the left side going in. Janet
@@seluRredruM If you can do better, I suggest you do it and make your own video. Show us what a genius you are.
Not my job!🤣🤣🤦
@@janetshelton8948 ...not if you're using a walker. Where you supposed to put the walker while you squeeze your way around that screen door? How about a wheelchair?
Thank you for the video.
Just what I was looking for. Thank you. Only think I would have done different is turn the door around so it opens the other way. Left to right instead of right to left. Unless that's a camera thing.
Thanks, yeah the storm door was actually removed after video.
great job
Great video! Thank you for this!
You made my day with the ending 🤣 Handy Crap Cap the ramp project
Great Video....very helpful and nice work.
Perfect video
Great video. Thank you!
I gotta do one of these for gramma fefe... just checked out the aluminum versions >>> $2500 to 4500??
- slippery when wet i bet >>> gonna go with >>> Outdoor Stair Treads Non Slip 30" x 6" - 12-Pack Weather Resistant Exterior Grip Tape for Wooden Steps - Non Slip Stair Treads - Anti Skid Strips - Waterproof 80-Grit Adhesive Treads
- slope / - length? >>>
*Vertical Rise (in inches):
(Vertical height of the loading surface to the ground) 36 Inches
Ramp Length For Residential, or User is Assisted Occupied Ramp Length (2:12 slope, results in feet):
(Wheelchair/scooter user is sitting in seat, with a capable assistant pushing) 18 Feet
Ramp Length For Business, or User is Unassisted Recommended Length (1:12 slope, results in feet): 36 Feet
That was my thought exactly. "The Door"???can we say oops 😮😮😱😲🙄 otherwise nice build.👍
Great job
I noticed that the storm door is opening on the wrong side for your landing. I hope that that got fixed. Thanks for the video. I will be building a ramp for my brother. If I can get the funds together. Wood is so stinking expensive now.
Amazing project I Love it!!!!! getting from Honduras, you have a subscriber ☝🏻
I especially like the lip along the sides
Very nice.
So are you going to change the way the door opens?
Good eyes
She could probably walk but just can't get up the stairs, but I get your point because most accessible ramps that was built they had to change the way entrance door opened.
i noticed that too it would be difficult to get around that door sitting in a wheel chair
When you held the 4’ level and drew a line on the lower part of the ramp, wouldn’t you have to subtract an equal amount off the top part to prevent a gap on the lower inside bottom of the ramp?
Because the length was long it didn't make a huge difference. If it was only ten feet you would notice it more
Hopefully you suggested to the customers to give a different storm door that way it opens to the left that way when they're coming up the ramp they can go ride in instead of having to go around past the door then open the storm door
That was my thought too
great work! this helps a lot- how much did that cost?
Nice video-very helpful. How did you determine the cut out for your stringers where they attached to the porch? You explained how to determine the angle for where they connect to the ground. Thanks again for your video.
So the 2x6's sat on the stairs and then I could mark the cut line with a square
I appreciate the insight on how to build a ramp I was looking at the door after you built the ramp. Wouldn’t that door swing open the wrong way
Thanks yes I addressed that in earlier comments. We removed the screen door after the build
What was the length of your Joices 2x6 and your two by fours?
I had 20 foot 2x6's
Outstanding. How much for materials total?
any description on the lumber material???
It's dependent on the distance
It's a nice looking ramp. I like the way you added the lower handrail. I'm wondering why the 4x4 at the top doesn't go all the way down to the step or the cement. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching. I didn't think I needed to go all the way down with those as they are just in between posts to hold the railing and they were bolted to the joists, which in turn were supported by deck boards all the way across. I could have easily put them down to the ground but it was unnecessary, the deck was plenty sturdy
@@tommyboydiy1484 I'm happy it works good for you. Thanks for the reply.
I'm about to help build a ramp tomorrow and found your video while I was looking for ways to give our ramp slip resistance. After watching several I think sand enhanced paint might work pretty good.
@@southernexposure123 you can buy silica grit additive at the big box stores for floor paints and stains. It works great if you mix it into whatever you're using. I use it on my driveway sealer
@@tommyboydiy1484 Thank you for the information. The ramp is a group effort so I'll mention that to my team.
Great job!!! Only problem is the volume.
How far apart are the 4x4 supports? What is the total length of the ramp? I have to build a ramp for my wife. This is an awesome video to learn from. Thanks for posting.
Well it’s a 16’ joist so do the math
If I'm doing one with balusters, how do I figure the decrease in baluster height? As in how much to take off each one going down?
If you are talking about the thin railing ballusters then they technically would be the same for a railing. They would just adjust to the angle of the ramp
@@tommyboydiy1484 That's what I was thinking. Thanks
This is a nice size ramp! What is the length and width of the ramp you built?
It's about 20 feet long and 3 feet wide
Great work . Are the 20 foot joists 2x4 or 2x6? Thank you
2x6
How do they get in an out of the door with the wheel chair? Should the door swing open the other way?
The main door swings in. The screen door was removed to fix that...
Do you cut the angle for joist before I cut at bottom???
You can do it either way. When I measured the top for cutting my notch I had the joists resting on top because I knew they were going to rest a few inches lower when I trimmed the bottom flat, so it would all work out
I know this is old video so may not be active anymore but how did you figure the angle to cut on the trusses that in contact to the platform. I don’t see that you showed that. Thanks for the video
Honestly I used the 20 foot joist and layed it on the step and just marked the bottom with a straight edge at that angle. A string line would be another option, if you went from top of step to ground with the line you could measure the angle
@@tommyboydiy1484 thanks so much for the quick response!
May be irrelevant, but did you cut your top angle before you leveled your bottle cut?
@@ronnybarnwell7980 I just layed the wood joist where I wanted it and mark the cut lines at the top and bottom so once cut it would sit at the same angle
What is the fall per foot on the ramp here? I need to build one and I'm limited on room to go out
this one was about 2 inches per foot, but code is 1 per foot. I wasn't to worried because I knew it was temporary. For wheelchairs and walkers you would want to be close to 1 per foot
@@tommyboydiy1484 thank you! I enjoyed watching this!
What kind of nails are you using? Is that a framing nailer? Great video!
Yes, air framing nailer with galvanized nails
@@tommyboydiy1484 thank you!
Hey brother thank you for the video I just wanted to know real quick about how much did that ramp and railing in a costume and would not labor included because I’ll be doing it haha😅🤘
I don't recall exactly plus wood prices have changed. It took just over a day to complete, so like 10-12 hours
@@tommyboydiy1484fore sure thank you anyways, I actually just plugged into chat GPT the amount of wood and the labor hours and state and it gave me a really close estimate
thank you!
Tommy, did you attach the 4x4 post to the concrete? Hwo did you get the angle for the birds mouth and top angle?
I didn't attach to concrete only because it was a temporary ramp. You could easily use galvanized 4x4 brackets though if you needed to. The top angle can be calculated with a framing square once you know the rise over run
Love the design layout. But I wonder, due to the view in the video, how steeped is it?
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Yep good job! But they can't get a car in the garage on the right side now can they?
Correct. He made the decision to have me put it there anyways because it would be the easiest to get her from the house right into the car.
Instead of building the ramp at right angles to the front door did you not consider building it in front of the front door so would leave the steps for mobile walkers instead of disabled?
This is very helpful!!! But call me crazy... looking at the door towards the end of the video... doesn't the way the door opens make this ramp on the wrong side? 🤣 Either way, it is helpful so i can build my mother one. I appreciate it!!!
Thanks for posting this - learned good tips. Did you mention 1” in 12” drop?
Yes, thanks. A true handicap ramp is 1:12 and I did mention that. In this case it's just a walking ramp that she needed for assistance and given the space I had to work with i was only able to get to about 1:8, which was good enough for what she needed. Thanks for watching
AEM looks like he did a 5” in 12” drop. That ramp should have been at least 40’ long. Hack job.
@@waynechapton3704 Maybe you should have built the ramp!
I need to build one but some codes require wheelchair ramps not to exceed a certain decline per foot. I would hate to build one then have to tear it out.
Pitch for wheelchair needs to be 1 inch rise for every twelve inches of length
Hello what size boards did you use for the decking?
The decking is 1x6 deck boards
Very good handy work. I really wish I had this ability . Can you do a video for a 5ft step portable wheel chair ramp.
What was the pitch for this build? I need to build my dad a ramp and it has a 36” rise with 20 ft of run so I’m trying to gauge how steep it will be
My pitch was about 2.5/12. yours would be a little under 2/12. Handicap code is technically 1/12, thats 1" rise for every foot of length. So with 36" of rise you would need a total of 36 feet of ramp
@@tommyboydiy1484 gotcha. Appreciate it sir. Now if it’s a diy thing for my dads Home we don’t need to worry about code right? Just would need to remove it/bring it up to code if he wanted to sell?
How do you make it longer so the pitch will be less? (how do you attach one side base board to another) Thank You!!!
You would have to build a platform in the middle to make a turn 180 degrees in most cases and continue the ramp. So the platform would normally be built at the halfway point of elevation
@@tommyboydiy1484 I'm worried because the rise is 42" on my existing deck. I don't have alot of money, so I thought making it a long ramp? Thank you so much for responding Sir.
Sure but just know that handicap regulations is 12 inches length for every inch of rise. So a 42" rise would be 42 feet of total length to be code
@@tommyboydiy1484 Thanks so much. Doubt if I need code way out where I live, but safety first.
Just a question. on treated lumber how deep into the wood does the treatment penetrate. Does cut wood need to be retreated? Thanks. 10/24/24
As far as I'm aware it penetrates fully and you can cut anywhere without issue
Please help me to design for the back yard wheelchair access? Thanks
Without a dought one of the best videos on youtube! How far apart are the 3 stringers that the ramp sits on? And what is their dimension? Thanks
stop smoking crack
Hi did you leave any gap between the planks because of the wood contraction and extraction
Yes sir, about a 1/4" or 6.5mm
Tommy Boy DIY thanks
And you did a great job 👌🏻👌🏻
At 305, how did you know it would be flush with the ground if that part of the ground is not level..slopping
Had to use a level from side to side between stringers and transfer a cut line with a straight edge for each stringer.
I'm building one soon here average cost of materials? How many hours to build it two men on average
Like I mentioned to someone else the cost depends on how long it needs to be. If it needs to go down and back because of the height drop. I believe the parts cost on mine was around $500. It took my dad and I the day and two hours in the morning to finish up.
When you cut the bottom of the ramp to angle it, doesn’t it drop down and change the pitch of the ramp?
The length was about 20 feet long so it drops the ramp whatever couple inches you slice off at the bottom but it doesn't change the angle by much. You could cut the bottom flat first then line up top too.
@@tommyboydiy1484 Thank you for the original video and reply. It was very much a help and I completed my project over this past weekend. Turned out great. Appreciate the time you took in posting. 👍🏾
Are the posts at the bottom in the ground, or just sitting on the concrete? If the latter, does the rail wobble?
They are just sitting on the concrete. Only because it was meant to be temporary
No wobble because they are carriage bolted through the beams
@@tommyboydiy1484 what size are the carriage bolts?
I believe they were 3/4" but I'd have to look that up
Enjoyed vid but a question. Did you have the porch end of the joist already cut when you used the level to cut the ground end of the joist? Thanks
Yes, so the easiest way was to lay the joist across the top of your stairs to where it meets the ground. Then with a speed square you can draw the notch to match the step and then draw a line at the bottom near the ground perpendicular to the ground.
@@tommyboydiy1484 I didn't see you use a speed square just a 4 ft level. Wish you would show the whole process as I can't wrap my mind around what you were doing. Thanks
When cutting the bottom angle of joists, should you not have set the top ends 5.5" above where there will go? This, in order to get the bottom handle correct.
what's the grade? How do i figure the angle of the 2"x 6" at the top?
You would calculate the rise over run of the height of your stairs from the ground where it rests. For instance if your ramp is 16' long and 4 foot high is your steps then every foot of ramp rises three inches. That's a 3/12 pitch. If you use a carpenters square and find 3/12 pitch on it it with show you where to mark the angle
Can you by chance give a list of material needed to complete this job?
It will vary with the job and size of the ramp
Very helpful! Thanks!
Do you have a list of materials used to make this. Just the ramp part. I dont need the riser though.
It's going to vary depending on how long and high but I used three 20 foot 2x6's for the lengths. Then topped it with 1x6 deck boards cut to width
Very nice project. I like the rails.
Thanks, I figured those would be a good option.