Contractors to try for aging-in-place upgrades in Beaufort County, SC
Let’s face it, a lot is going to change as you age.
But one aspect of getting older that many often forget is the need to change and adapt to the environment around them.
With over 30% of the population in Beaufort County aged 65 and older, home refits for older adults looking to age in place are increasingly common.
But not all of us are as skilled with a hammer and nails as we’d like to be — but no need to fret — there are plenty of contractors that specialize in house refits so you can stay safe and happy right at home.
Here is a look at some of the contractors and services that can help you install or find any device and modification you need to successfully age in place.
Bluffton, Hilton Head & Okatie
Mobility City of Hilton Head: 97 Towne Drive, Bluffton
Phone: 843-949-3115
Website: hiltonheadsc.mobilitycity.com
Services: Repairs and purchases for mobility scooters, recliner lift chairs, wheelchairs, power chairs, hospital beds, vehicle lifts and more.
In My Home Assistance & Accessibility: 130 Heyward Point Road, Okatie
Phone: 843-547-2237
Website: inmyhomeassistance.com
Services: Helps with installing stair lifts, home lifts, walk-in tubs and more.
Medical Services of America: 59 Riverwalk Boulevard, Suite B, Ridgeland
Phone: 843-322-0063
Website: msahealthcare.com
Services: Sales, service and rentals for home medical equipment and respiratory products. Free delivery to your home and training for equipment is offered.
Beaufort
Lending Room, Inc: 954 Ribaut Road, Beaufort
Phone: 843-524-2554
Website: lendingroombeaufort.com
Services: Loans gently used medical rehabilitation equipment. Pick-up and drop-off are available for certain addresses.
Savannah
Freedom Mobility Center: 4717 US-80, Suite 7A, Savannah
Phone: 912-737-6001
Website: freedommobilitycenter.biz
Services: Provides maintenance and installment service to medical equipment including wheelchairs, ramps and more.
Region Wide
Freedom Showers
Phone: 877-947-7769
Website: freedomshowers.com
Services: Bathroom safety refits including shower seats, walk-in showers and ADA accessibility modifications.
Carolina Attic Solutions
Phone: 843-301-4066
Website: majicstairsinc.com
Services: Modifications to stairs and attic lifts to ensure mobility safety and fall prevention.
Linmar Consultant
Phone: 843-540-3744
Website: linmarconsultants.com
Services: Products and installment services for items including grab bars, shower refits, seats and more.
If you want to take your safety precautions a step further or if you’re looking for a more specific kind of safety device, here are some other recommended home safety modifications from AgingCare.com.
Are there any other options for home refit services?
You can also reach out to repair and handyman services in the Beaufort County area for assistance in home modifications.
You can schedule service by calling or visiting their website. Here are a few services that can help:
There are plenty of handyman services in the Lowcountry area, so you can also easily find a service close to you by conducting a Google or online browser search.
Simply type in “Handyman services near me,” and you should be given a list of options in your area.
Where can I find these items?
For smaller home improvement items like handrails, they can be found at local hardware stores or ordered online from websites like Amazon.
A physical or occupational therapist can also help you find what type of house refit device is right for you.
Lowes and Home Depot have dedicated store sections to home safety improvements, with the option to order online for pickup and delivery or to shop in-store.
Lowes in Bluffton is located at 35 Malphrus Road.
Lowes in Beaufort is located at 207 Robert Smalls Parkway.
Home Depot is located at 20 Gateway Village Road in Bluffton.
This story was originally published March 22, 2025 at 6:00 AM.
