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Aging-in-Place Contractors in Johnson City, TN

Washington County, TN · 52 contractors listed · 0 CAPS-listed · Verify at nahb.org

Families in Johnson City have access to 52 home modification contractors — 0 of whom hold active CAPS credential. Average costs: bathroom retrofit $7,400, wheelchair ramp $3,200, stair lift $4,800. Grants: VA HISA Grant (up to $6,800), TennCare CHOICES Medicaid Waiver, THDA Home Modifications and Ramps Program. Cost estimates reflect typical regional contractor quotes. Actual costs vary by scope, materials, and home conditions. Last updated: May 2026

What Aging-in-Place Contractors Do in Johnson City

In Johnson City, aging-in-place contractors focus on one thing: making your home safe enough to stay in. That means grab bars rated for 250+ lbs, no-threshold shower entries, ramps built to the 1:12 minimum slope ratio (ADA standard), and doorways wide enough for mobility equipment. In Washington County, permits are required for ramps per the 1:12 minimum slope ratio (ADA standard) as defined by ADA guidelines.

What Credential Should I Look for in a Johnson City Home Modification Contractor?

Look for the CAPS certification — Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist — administered by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Of the 52 contractors listed in Johnson City, 0 hold active CAPS credential. Use the Verify License link on each card to confirm active TN contractor license status.

How Do Johnson City Seniors Pay for Home Accessibility Work?

Three funding sources cover most Johnson City home modification projects: the VA HISA Grant (veterans, up to $6,800), TennCare CHOICES Medicaid Waiver, and THDA Home Modifications and Ramps Program. Contractors listed as 'Grants Accepted' have processed these programs before.

What Does a Bathroom Modification Cost in Johnson City?

The Johnson City market average for a full roll-in shower conversion with grab bars and threshold removal is $7,400. Ramps average $3,200; stair lifts $4,800. Get at least two quotes — prices in Washington County vary based on structural conditions and TN permit requirements.

Navigating Freeze-Thaw Cycles and Hillside Terrain for Johnson City Aging-in-Place

Johnson City's steep hillside topography and older housing stock present unique structural challenges for accessibility modifications. The severe winter freeze-thaw cycles demand specialized attention to foundations and exterior installations.

☀️ Summer Conditions

High summer humidity and intense afternoon thunderstorms require contractors to ensure proper flashing and waterproofing during exterior modifications like deck or ramp construction.

❄️ Winter Issues

The frequent winter freeze-thaw cycles in the Tri-Cities region necessitate robust insulation and proper drainage around new entryways and ramps to prevent ice accumulation and structural damage.

📍 Year-Round Factors

Contractors must be experienced with modifications on uneven, steep lots common in Johnson City, while also being familiar with resources available through the Mountain Home VA Medical Center for local veterans.

Listed Contractors in Johnson City, TN

Use the Verify License link on each card to confirm current contractor status with the TN Board for Licensing Contractors. CAPS badge indicates the contractor holds a Certified Aging in Place Specialist designation. Data current as of May 2026.

Independent Living Solutions

Independent Living Solutions is a home health care service based in Johnson City, TN, serving the Tri-Cities region. The company is noted for its caring staff and accessibility to the Mountain Home VA Medical Center campus.

Funding programs in this area:VA/HISAMedicaid Waiver

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Aging in Place Specialists

Aging in Place Specialists, based in Johnson City, serves the Tri-Cities region with aging-in-place solutions tailored to the local mountain climate and terrain. The company is conveniently located near Mountain Home VA Medical Center, making it accessible to the veteran community throughout northeast Tennessee and southwestern Virginia.

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ABR CONSTRUCTION LLC

ABR Construction LLC is a construction company based in Johnson City, Tennessee, with demonstrated experience in residential projects such as porch replacement and renovation work. The contractor is located in Washington County near Mountain Home VA Medical Center and serves the Tri-Cities region.

Funding programs in this area:VA/HISAMedicaid Waiver

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Longevity Home Construction

Longevity Home Construction is a remodeling contractor based in Johnson City, serving the Tri-Cities region of East Tennessee. The company is positioned to work with the area's significant veteran population and local housing stock.

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Peterson Construction Services

Peterson Construction Services is a construction company based in Johnson City with over 3 years of business experience, offering outstanding quality and service at fair prices. The company serves the Tri-Cities region and is familiar with local building challenges including freeze-thaw cycles, steep terrain, and older housing stock common to Washington County.

Funding programs in this area:VA/HISAMedicaid Waiver

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Nucleus Interiors

Nucleus Interiors is a remodeling contractor based in Johnson City with over 7 years of business experience serving the Tri-Cities area. The company is known for quality workmanship and professional job site cleanup.

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Alliance Home Improvements

Alliance Home Improvements is a handyman service based in Johnson City with over 5 years of local experience serving the Tri-Cities area. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction and completing work to specification.

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Amramp Accessibility of East Tennessee

Amramp Accessibility of East Tennessee specializes in mobility equipment supply and accessibility solutions, including handicap ramp installation in the Johnson City area. The company serves the Tri-Cities region and surrounding northeast Tennessee communities.

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Cole's Medical Services

Cole's Medical Services operates a wheelchair store in Johnson City, providing free quotes and professional installation services. The company serves the Tri-Cities region and is familiar with local terrain and climate considerations.

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Amramp Accessibility of Nashville

Amramp Accessibility of Nashville provides mobility equipment and accessibility solutions, including wheelchair ramp installation in the Johnson City area. The company is recognized for timely, efficient, and professional service delivery.

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HomeBase Solutions

HomeBase Solutions is a mobility equipment supplier serving the Johnson City area with a focus on accessibility solutions. The company is known for clear communication and professional installation work suited to the Tri-Cities region's challenging terrain and climate conditions.

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Next Day Access Knoxville

Next Day Access Knoxville is a mobility equipment supplier operating in the Tri-Cities region, known for quick installation and superior quality work. They serve the Johnson City area and surrounding northeast Tennessee communities.

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Five Star Bath Solutions of Johnson City

Five Star Bath Solutions of Johnson City is a bathroom remodeling contractor with over 3 years of local experience serving the Johnson City area. The company is known for professional communication and quality installation work.

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Re-Bath

Re-Bath is a bathroom remodeling contractor located in Johnson City, serving the Tri-Cities region. They specialize in bathroom renovations and have received positive customer feedback for their work.

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Avenues Home Care | Johnson City

Avenues Home Care in Johnson City provides home health care services to residents in the Tri-Cities region. The company serves the local community including veterans supported by the Mountain Home VA Medical Center.

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Village Caregiving

Village Caregiving is a home health care service located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. Based on available information, specific aging-in-place modifications and installations cannot be verified at this time.

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Mobility Plus

Mobility Plus is a mobility equipment supplier located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. They specialize in installation of mobility solutions with attention to local terrain and climate conditions.

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Numotion

Numotion is a mobility equipment supplier located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. They have received positive customer feedback for helpful service and quality work.

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Next Level DME

Next Level DME is a mobility equipment supplier based in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. The company specializes in equipment installation with a reputation for efficient, clean workmanship.

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101 Mobility of Knoxville

101 Mobility of Knoxville is a mobility equipment supplier serving the Knoxville and Tri-Cities area with professional installation services. They are well-regarded for prompt, efficient service delivery in mobility solutions.

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Mr. Handyman of Johnson City

Mr. Handyman of Johnson City is an established bathroom remodeling contractor with over 5 years of local experience serving the Johnson City area. They are known for efficient project completion and work well-suited to the region's aging housing stock and freeze-thaw climate considerations.

ADA bathroom remodels
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Bath Fitter

Bath Fitter is a bathroom remodeling contractor based in Johnson City with over 10 years of business experience. While their Google Maps listing identifies them as a bathroom remodeler, specific aging-in-place service offerings are not detailed in available information.

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Texas Senior Safety

Texas Senior Safety is a bathroom remodeling contractor with over 20 years of business experience. However, insufficient information is available to verify specific aging-in-place service offerings or local Tennessee experience for this directory listing.

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Signature Construction and Remodeling

Signature Construction and Remodeling is a construction company based in Johnson City with over 3 years in business, known for reliable work in the Tri-Cities area. The contractor is located at 216 Shadowood Dr and can be reached at (423) 741-3827.

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Miraculous Makeovers

Miraculous Makeovers is a bathroom remodeling contractor based in the Tri-Cities area with over 15 years of experience in home modifications. They specialize in grab bar installation and are familiar with aging-in-place bathroom solutions for the Johnson City region.

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American Home Supply

American Home Supply is a hardware store located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. The business is known for knowledgeable customer service and detailed product explanations.

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INGENUITY, LLC

INGENUITY, LLC is a home builder based in Johnson City with over 20 years of experience in residential construction, known for outstanding workmanship and attention to detail. While their primary focus is general home building, they may be contacted to discuss aging-in-place modifications suited to the Tri-Cities mountain climate and local housing stock.

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National Seating & Mobility - Warehouse

National Seating & Mobility is a mobility equipment supplier serving the Tri-Cities region from their Johnson City warehouse location. They specialize in power mobility solutions and are experienced in serving the veteran community near Mountain Home VA Medical Center.

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Next Day Access - Nashville

Next Day Access - Nashville is a mobility equipment supplier serving the Johnson City area with rapid installation capabilities. They specialize in accessibility solutions including ramp installation for aging-in-place modifications.

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Modern Supply Co.

Modern Supply Co. is a bathroom supply store located in Johnson City specializing in Kohler fixtures and products. While primarily a supplier rather than a full-service contractor, they may serve as a resource for bathroom components in aging-in-place renovation projects.

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Curt's Ace Hardware Farm and Garden

Curt's Ace Hardware Farm and Garden is a hardware store located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. While primarily a general hardware retailer, they may carry materials and supplies relevant to home modification projects.

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Ferguson Plumbing Supply

Ferguson Plumbing Supply is a plumbing supply store located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. While primarily a supplier, they may support aging-in-place plumbing projects through material provision and local contractor referrals.

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Southern Rebar & Supplies, Inc.

Southern Rebar & Supplies, Inc. is a well-stocked building materials supplier located in Johnson City serving the Tri-Cities region. While primarily focused on rebar and construction materials, they may support aging-in-place projects through material sourcing for contractors in Washington County's challenging mountain climate.

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Home Instead

Home Instead provides home health care services to seniors in the Johnson City area. The company serves the Tri-Cities region and surrounding communities in Washington County.

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Above and Beyond of Northeast tn llc

Above and Beyond of Northeast TN LLC is a Johnson City-based contractor with over 10 years of business experience serving the Tri-Cities region. The company is known for providing free estimates, punctual service, and professional cleanup.

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Above and Beyond of Northeast tn llc

Above and Beyond of Northeast TN LLC is a Johnson City-based contractor with over 10 years of experience serving the Northeast Tennessee region. The company is known for reliable work and familiarity with the local climate and housing stock challenges of the Tri-Cities area.

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Highrise Medical Supply, LLC

Highrise Medical Supply, LLC is a medical supply delivery service located in Johnson City, serving the Tri-Cities region and northeast Tennessee. While primarily a medical supply retailer, they may be a resource for patients seeking equipment recommendations in coordination with aging-in-place modifications.

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Technically Aesthetic General Contractors

Technically Aesthetic General Contractors is a Johnson City-based general contracting firm with over 10 years of business experience. While their specific aging-in-place service offerings are not detailed in available sources, interested clients should contact them directly at (423) 444-9441 to discuss accessibility and modification needs.

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National Seating & Mobility

National Seating & Mobility provides mobility equipment and rental services from their Blountville location, serving the Tri-Cities region including Johnson City. They are positioned to serve the veteran community in Washington County, near Mountain Home VA Medical Center.

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In Home Services of East Tennessee

In Home Services of East Tennessee is an established care services provider based in Johnson City with over 10 years of business experience serving the Tri-Cities region. The company is conveniently located to serve Washington County and the surrounding northeast Tennessee area.

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Trimble Co - Johnson City

Trimble Co - Johnson City is a door supplier located in Johnson City, TN, serving the Tri-Cities region. With a strong local reputation, they are positioned to support aging-in-place modifications in Washington County's mountain community.

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Rocky Top Materials

Rocky Top Materials is a building materials store located in Johnson City, TN, serving the Tri-Cities region. The business is positioned to support local construction and renovation projects in Washington County's mountain community.

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First TN Area Agency On Aging & Disability

First TN Area Agency On Aging & Disability is a disability services and support organization located in Johnson City serving the First Tennessee region. As an Area Agency on Aging & Disability, they provide coordination and resources for seniors and individuals with disabilities in the Tri-Cities area.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Johnson City

Questions from families in Washington County making home modification decisions.

My parent just got discharged from the hospital. How fast can a Johnson City contractor install grab bars?

Most grab-bar-only installs in Johnson City can be completed in 1–2 days with no permit required. CAPS-listed contractors on this list often offer priority scheduling for post-discharge situations — mention it when you call. Bring the hospital discharge paperwork if you have it; it can speed up a VA HISA application if the veteran qualifies.

What are the Washington County permit requirements for a residential wheelchair ramp?

Yes — Tennessee jurisdictions require building permits for permanent structural ramps and bathroom alterations involving plumbing or structural changes; if your project changes structure, exits, plumbing, or electrical, expect a permit and inspection. The required slope is the 1:12 minimum slope ratio (ADA standard) per ADA guidelines. Most contractors on this list handle Washington County permit applications as part of the project — confirm this before signing any contract.

Does the VA HISA Grant work with local Johnson City contractors, or only VA-approved ones?

Yes. The VA HISA Grant (up to $6,800) can be used with any licensed contractor — not just VA-approved ones. The contractor submits the invoice directly to the VA after work is complete. You do not pay out of pocket and wait for reimbursement. Look for 'Grants Accepted' in listings above.

Will my insurance pay for grab bars or a ramp in Johnson City?

Standard homeowner's insurance does not cover elective aging-in-place modifications. However, if modifications are prescribed following a medical event, some supplemental health or long-term care insurance policies may contribute. Always verify with your insurer before assuming coverage — and check VA HISA Grant eligibility first, as it is specifically designed for this.

Why hire a CAPS-certified contractor instead of a general remodeler in Johnson City?

A general remodeler can install a grab bar. A CAPS-certified specialist is trained to assess your entire home for fall risk, specify the correct load-rated hardware, and design modifications that meet ADA standards. In Johnson City, this matters because Contractors must be experienced with modifications on uneven, steep lots common in Johnson City, while also being familiar with resources available through the Mountain Home VA Medical Center for local veterans.

Do these Johnson City contractors work in rental homes, or only owner-occupied properties?

The VA HISA Grant requires the home to be a primary residence but does not require ownership — renters can qualify with written landlord consent to the modifications. State programs like TennCare CHOICES Medicaid Waiver and THDA Home Modifications and Ramps Program generally require ownership. Confirm eligibility with your program caseworker before committing.

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