What is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS)?

A CAPS designation is a professional certification from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). It trains specialists in the specific needs of older adults and people with disabilities, combining clinical knowledge of aging with home construction expertise. Ace Access Homes is CAPS-certified.

What areas does Ace Access Homes serve?

We serve homeowners throughout Southern California including Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Pasadena, Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Santa Barbara, Burbank, and surrounding communities in Ventura and Los Angeles counties.

How much does a home accessibility modification cost?

Costs vary depending on the scope of work. Simple modifications like grab bar installation may cost a few hundred dollars, while larger projects like stairlift installation or a walk-in shower conversion typically range from $3,500 to $18,000 or more. Every project begins with a Home Safety Assessment conducted by a CAPS-certified specialist, followed by a written proposal with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.

What is the Home Safety Assessment and how much does it cost?

The Home Safety Assessment is a clinical-style audit of the home conducted by a CAPS-certified specialist. It includes a room-by-room walkthrough, observation of how the homeowner moves through the space, and a written Home Safety Prescription that the homeowner keeps regardless of whether work proceeds. The flat fee is $329, and it is often waived for homeowners referred by existing clients or local healthcare partners.

Is Ace Access Homes licensed and insured?

Yes. Ace Access Homes is fully licensed and insured in California under License #1087045. Our team is trained to work safely in occupied homes and holds the CAPS (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) credential from the NAHB.

Do you accept VA benefits for home modifications?

Yes. We work with veterans and their families on home accessibility projects funded through VA HISA (Home Improvements and Structural Alterations), SHA (Special Home Adaptation), and SAH (Specially Adapted Housing) grants. We help navigate the VA paperwork process and coordinate directly with your VA doctor and local Prosthetic & Sensory Aids Service (PSAS) office.

Do you work with occupational therapists, physical therapists, and hospital discharge planners?

Yes. We partner with OTs, PTs, hospital discharge planners, and case managers to support patient transitions home. We do not pay referral fees — consistent with clinical ethics codes and federal anti-kickback statutes. Patients referred by clinical partners receive a waived Home Safety Assessment fee. More information is available on our For Clinicians page.

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Our Services

Three areas of the home. One integrated plan.

We assess your entire home and build around the specific challenges you face, not a menu of off-the-shelf products.

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Service 01

Stairlift, Ramp & Lift Installation

Whole-home movement, including entry points. Every room stays accessible without requiring a move. We pair stairlifts and ramps with bathroom safety as part of one integrated plan.

Stairlifts · Wheelchair ramps · Vertical platform lifts · Door widening

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Bathroom safety and grab bar installation Southern California

Service 02

Bathroom Safety & Grab Bar Installation

The highest-risk room in the home. We reduce fall risk with grab bars, walk-in showers, and toilet support that look architectural, not institutional.

Walk-in showers · Grab bars · Toilet support · Slip-resistant flooring

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Kitchen accessibility and daily living upgrades Southern California

Service 03

Kitchen Accessibility & Daily Living Upgrades

High-use spaces made easier to navigate. Kitchen accessibility modifications reduce strain and fall risk, and work best alongside mobility and bathroom upgrades.

Accessible cabinetry · Pull-down shelving · Lever hardware · Lighting

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Not sure which service you need? Start with a free in-home assessment. We'll identify the risks and show you what will make the biggest difference.

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The Ace Access Approach.

We don't guess. We assess. Every recommendation is built from how you actually move through your home, not a generic checklist. We suggest the smallest set of changes that will make the biggest difference.

No pressure. No overselling.

Home Safety Assessment

A CAPS-certified specialist walks your home, observes how you move through the space, and documents risk zones room by room. You receive a written Home Safety Prescription, yours to keep, whether you hire us or not.

Customized Plan

You receive a transparent proposal with clear pricing and timelines. We prioritize the smallest set of changes that make the biggest difference. Nothing more.

Professional Installation

Our technicians handle every installation with care and precision. We're here for ongoing support long after the work is done.

Professional home accessibility installation

I'm not lying awake wondering if tonight's the night I get that call. Dad is safe, and our whole family can breathe again.

After Dad's second fall in three months, Paul came within 48 hours of my first call. No sales pitch, just walked through the house with us. They installed a stairlift and redid the master bathroom in about a week.

Stephen W. Thousand Oaks · April 2026

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More than just an accessibility contractor.

Most contractors who offer accessibility work are generalists adding a service line. We're a CAPS-certified accessibility firm built from the ground up around one specialty: helping people stay safely in the homes they've spent their lives building.

Our CAPS credential is issued by the National Association of Home Builders and requires clinical coursework on how mobility disorders progress, how falls happen, and how the built environment either protects or endangers the people living in it. That clinical lens shapes every recommendation we make.

CAPS-Certified Specialists

Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist. We're trained on what works for an aging body, not just what's profitable to sell.

Trained for aging-in-place needs, not just sales.

Whole-Home Approach

Most contractors sell single products. We plan across the whole home: one specialist, one written plan, one team for stairs, bathrooms, kitchens, and entryways.

One specialist, one plan, every room.

Local, Owner-Operated

No 1-800 number. You speak directly with the founder, not a call center. Based in Westlake Village, serving Southern California from Ventura County to West LA.

No 1-800 number. You speak directly with us.

Written Scope Before Work Begins

Within 24 hours of the assessment: a written scope, exact price, and timeline. Nothing happens without your written approval.

Written scope and exact price within 24 hours.

Cities we serve.

We serve homeowners throughout Southern California. Click your city to learn more about our local services.

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Ventura County

Los Angeles Area

Santa Barbara

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Home Safety Assessment

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A CAPS-certified specialist walks your home, documents risk zones room by room, and writes up a prescription for the specific modifications your home needs. No pressure. No overselling. The document is yours to keep.

Ventura County (805) 500-0801

Los Angeles Area (213) 799-5399

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Home You Built.

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Three areas of the home. One integrated plan.

Stairlift, Ramp & Lift Installation

Bathroom Safety & Grab Bar Installation

Kitchen Accessibility & Daily Living Upgrades

The Ace Access Approach.

Home Safety Assessment

Customized Plan

Professional Installation

More than just an accessibility contractor.

CAPS-Certified Specialists

Whole-Home Approach

Local, Owner-Operated

Written Scope Before Work Begins

Cities we serve.

Trusted by families across Southern California.

Start with a Home Safety Prescription.