If I would get this ramp to use on my front door about a 5 1/2 inch rise, I have an outward swing storm door, how much interference would it cause or will it be easy to move once the person enters or exits the house, or would I be better off with the suitcase type that I would still have to set up each time the person enter s or exits If I would get this ramp to use on my front door about a 5 1/2 inch rise, I have an outward swing storm door, how much interference would it cause or will it be easy to move once the person enters... » Read More If I would get this ramp to use on my front door about a 5 1/2 inch rise, I have an outward swing storm door, how much interference would it cause or will it be easy to move once the person enters or exits the house, or would I be better off with the suitcase type that I would still have to set up each time the person enter s or exits « Show Less
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The height is adjustable to accommodate your interference but you probably need it to be even with your doorway...it still may not pose a problem with your door swing. It is very easy to move. I move it around to other doors in my home.
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I also have an outward swing screen door so I bought this and it clears beautifully. However, this ramp gets slippery in ice and snow. So I lowered it a tad and bought a second, longer ramp with a gritty surface and put it on top (one of the portable ones without legs) and this is the perfect combo!
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The ramp is not to hard to move. It doesn't weigh enough to keep from moving.
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My outer door opens outward as well (I live in Florida) and I do not use the legs that came with the ramp because I have accordion hurricane shutters and the runner for the shutter extends on the curb part of the doorway, so I just set the ramp on the shutter runner and it works well that way. I have never had a problem opening the door and it never move the ramp. My husband drives his scooter on it into the house. Hope this helps you - we are pleased with this ramp and it works for us.
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I use it as a temporary ramp mostly on a front door that is less that 34" but the step is more than 34". The ramp lip goes on the step up to the door jam but not over it.
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The only issue is the weight the opener has to move.cplus the arc needs to be level enough. Eg, if the weight seen by the opener is within requirements plus a safety factor for wind load, and the gate swings level, you should be ok.But for me, I'd fix the gate first, cause it will probably just get worse, and then cause problems.Note the openers do have sensors if load is exceeded, but would never bet a grand they work...
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I believe so. We have a bi-level house and this sits under a small stand along side the front door. At times I could move around the corner to go down the second level of stairs and not set it off if I was close enough to the post. Usually just the front door opening or someone standing right in front of it would set it off.
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Absolutely, we use it outside from the driveway to the walkway up the front steps and to the front door. Don't forget to compensate if you have a drop for the step at the door threshold. It was a considerable drop for the wheelchair and it caused my Dad some distress. We forgot this in our measurements and we had to buy a smaller ramp to compensate for this error. We purchased a 3' or 4' smaller Prairie ramp also. You can call them directly and the rep will give you expert advice on all matters related to ramps. This ramp saved us $5,000 dollars. We had a ramp company measure for the installation of a portable ramp and it was over excessive. Absolutely, we use it outside from the driveway to the walkway up the front steps and to the front door. Don't forget to compensate if you have a drop for the step at the door threshold. It was a considerable drop for the wheelchair and it caused my Dad some distress. We forgot this in our measurements and we had to buy a smaller ramp to compensate for this error. We purchased a 3' or 4' smaller Prairie ramp also. You can call them directly and the rep will give you expert advice on all matters related to ramps. This ramp saved us $5,000 dollars. We had a ramp company measure... » Read More Absolutely, we use it outside from the driveway to the walkway up the front steps and to the front door. Don't forget to compensate if you have a drop for the step at the door threshold. It was a considerable drop for the wheelchair and it caused my Dad some distress. We forgot this in our measurements and we had to buy a smaller ramp to compensate for this error. We purchased a 3' or 4' smaller Prairie ramp also. You can call them directly and the rep will give you expert advice on all matters related to ramps. This ramp saved us $5,000 dollars. We had a ramp company measure for the installation of a portable ramp and it was over excessive. « Show Less
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For me, I measured the length of the ramp then took a 2x4 put it up against my vehicle then imagined how steep it is. The less steep the better. It also depends if your land is flat or sloped. My dog has since passed so we now use it as a training aid for agility.I hope this helps. Feel free to contact me again. Best wishes to you and you buddy!
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Each panel slides into a track, leave the ramp at 34 inches bit take the top panel which actually joins the ramp to the threshold and cut it to 32 inches, this can be don with a metal band saw or a hand held jig saw, file the burrs down with a file then slip the piece into its groove and you are in business. Having the ramp itself a little wider than the door makes it safer. You will find this ramp extremely light weight and very portable in case you need it at another door way any time or simply put it in the car if you are going to visit.
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It's not the best for front doors because, in order for it to work properly, there has to be that slight gap (maybe 1-2 inches), so the door is actually open. If you are't worried about bugs and don't mind a draft, then go right ahead. :-)
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Not sure what makes it close, but, I have had it installed about 5 months now and the door has never remained "open". Our mail person is pretty famous for leaving a few mail box doors open on standard mail boxes, thus the reason I got this. Guessing the design and weight of the door mechanism makes it close? Our mail person seems to love it because it is much wider than a standard mailbox slot so no folding larger papers and they don't have to worry about "slamming" the door shut. Note that you do have to retrieve the mail from the back of the mailbox, so not the part facing the road.... Not sure what makes it close, but, I have had it installed about 5 months now and the door has never remained "open". Our mail person is pretty famous for leaving a few mail box doors open on standard mail boxes, thus the reason I got this. Guessing the design and weight of the door mechanism makes it close? Our mail person seems to love it because it is much wider than a standard mailbox slot so no folding larger papers and they don't have to worry about "slamming" the door shut. Note that you do have to retrieve the mail from the back of the mailbox, so not the part... » Read More Not sure what makes it close, but, I have had it installed about 5 months now and the door has never remained "open". Our mail person is pretty famous for leaving a few mail box doors open on standard mail boxes, thus the reason I got this. Guessing the design and weight of the door mechanism makes it close? Our mail person seems to love it because it is much wider than a standard mailbox slot so no folding larger papers and they don't have to worry about "slamming" the door shut. Note that you do have to retrieve the mail from the back of the mailbox, so not the part facing the road.... « Show Less
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My opinion (based on substantial security planning experience) is that it would slow down someone trying to force the door but would not stop a forced entry. The part of the doorstop in contact with the floor is only rubber or plastic and would not last long against forced entry. And of course you would have to install it on the inside of the door -opposite from a normal installation
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It will be outside the design specs (and building code) for the prodiuct. The rule of thumb is 1 foot per inch of rise so you really need an 8 foot ramp.
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I do not know if it would work. We use it to get in our front door, which is only one step onto the porch and then a second ramp for the one step into the front hall. We haven't even tried it for the 2 steps down to our family room, as that looked too steep. My best guess would be that it would be very steep.
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To my way of thinking. Why not lessen the tension on the first door closer so it doesn't slam. Your method seems to be like accelerating and braking at the same time when driving your motor-car.
1690113
Its somewhat easy to move. However, if you have a 1-2" lip at the edge of the garage door entrance then it'll be virtually impossible to move without some sort of ramp or jack. Its extremely heavy, but can be moved with relative ease on a flat smooth surface.
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If it is affront door it should open to the inside of the house. Therefore the storm door should to the outside and the standard storm door closer should work just fine. If you are trying to use on the fiberglass door. The is much too heavy for this kind of closer.
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My hips are quite wide and I can get through. You can always go through by turning a bit to the side. I think a wider gate door wouldn't have enough stablity for a standard doorway sized opening. The side panels would be quite slim, but they are the ones the hold the pressure.
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I'm using mine on an entry porch with just 2 steps. Even on 2 the angle is a little steep and fells as if I'll tip forward. According to the rise-to-run ratio, available on their website, I should have gotten a 6' ramp, however, due to lack of space at the bottom, I got a 5". Had I followed the directions, it would have been fine. The ramp, itself, is wonderful and lives up to my expectations.