Every year, falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults. Most of those falls happen right at home, in the bathroom, on the stairs, or in rooms people walk through every single day.
The good news? Most fall risks can be spotted and fixed before they cause harm.
Birmingham Home Care & Repair offers free, thorough home safety assessments performed by a Certified Senior Home Safety Specialist. We come to you, walk through every room, and leave you with a clear, prioritized written report. No sales pitch. No pressure. Just honest advice from a neighbor who genuinely cares.
What We Look For During Your Assessment
Fall Risk Identification
Loose rugs, uneven thresholds, slippery surfaces, and tripping hazards throughout the home.
Bathroom Safety Review
Loose rugs, uneven thresholds, slippery surfaces, and tripping hazards throughout the home.
Entry & Exit Assessment
Ramps, exterior steps, handrails, and door widths for safe access in and out.
Lighting Review
Visibility in hallways, staircases, bedrooms, and kitchens — especially at night.
Kitchen Safety Check
Cabinet reach, flooring condition, appliance placement, and storage safety.
Written Report Included
You receive a prioritized action list to keep, share with family, or hand to your doctor or occupational therapist.
This Is for You, Your Parents, or Someone You Love
For Seniors
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You want to stay in your own home as long as possible.
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We want that for you, too.
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Our assessment gives you the knowledge and the plan to make your home safer, no guesswork required.
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For Adult Children & Caregivers
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Worried about Mom or Dad?
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We’ll go through their home with you or on your behalf.
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You walk away with a written safety report you can use to take action right away.
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Trusted by Birmingham Families, With Zero Upselling Pressure
We are not here to sell you things you don’t need. Our assessments are completely free. We give you honest recommendations and let you decide what to do next.
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If you’d like us to handle the repairs, we’re happy to help. If not, you still walk away with a valuable safety report.