Aging in Place
Remodeling
Stay in the home you love — safely, comfortably, and on your own terms. KC's is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) serving the Triad since 1984.
CAPS?
A Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) is a contractor who has received specialized training from the National Association of Home Builders to understand the design, construction, and building needs of older generations — including accessibility issues, codes and standards, remodeling costs, and the resources needed to implement a comprehensive solution.
At KC's, our CAPS certification means we don't guess at what your home needs. We assess, plan, and build with your long-term safety and comfort in mind from day one — and we've been doing it in the Piedmont Triad since 1984.
It's Not About Limitations.
It's About Planning Ahead.
Most homeowners don't think about aging-in-place modifications until something happens — a fall, a surgery, a parent moving in. By then, the timeline is compressed, the choices are reactive, and the results show it.
The smarter approach is to make these changes while you have the time and resources to do them right — integrated into a kitchen remodel, a bathroom renovation, or a home addition so they feel intentional, not retrofitted.
At KC's, we design aging-in-place features so well that most visitors never notice them. Wider doorways that feel architectural. Walk-in showers that look high-end. Lever hardware that reads as a style choice. The goal is a home that works better for everyone — today and for decades to come.
Common Modifications
We Design & Build
Every aging-in-place project is different. These are the areas we most commonly address — and where good design makes the biggest impact.
Walk-in showers, curbless entry, grab bars integrated into tile, comfort-height fixtures, non-slip flooring, and wider doorways that look by design.
Varied counter heights, pull-out shelving, easy-open hardware, task lighting, and layouts that work whether you're standing or seated.
Widening doorways to 36", removing raised thresholds, and installing lever handles throughout — changes that benefit everyone in the home.
Task lighting in kitchens and baths, motion-activated hallway lighting, and improved natural light to reduce fall risk and support daily independence.
Master suite additions, main-floor laundry conversions, and layouts that make single-level living fully functional — so stairs become optional.
Private bedroom, bath, and living area configurations with separate entrance options — built for independence and family closeness at the same time.
Keep Family Close.
Give Everyone Their Own Space.
Whether you're welcoming an aging parent, creating a private retreat for a returning adult child, or planning for a future that keeps your whole family under one roof — we design in-law suites and multigenerational additions that give everyone independence without sacrificing connection.
Every suite we build has aging-in-place features integrated from the start, so the space works today and adapts as needs change.
"We don't just add square footage — we add rooms families actually live in, designed to feel like they were always there."
3 Tips for Choosing the Right Contractor for Your Aging-in-Place Project
The Better Business Bureau sat down with KC's Improvement to share what homeowners should look for when hiring a contractor for aging-in-place remodeling — and what to watch out for.
Not every contractor understands the nuance of designing for long-term accessibility. Experience, communication, and planning ahead make all the difference.
A CAPS Contractor Who's Been
Doing This Since Before It Had a Name
Our CAPS certification from NAHB means we're trained in accessibility codes and standards, remodeling costs, and the full spectrum of modifications that make aging-in-place actually work — not just grab bars bolted to drywall.
Your designer and your builder are the same team. No miscommunication between firms, no value engineering that undermines the design. One point of contact from first conversation to final walkthrough.
We've worked in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point homes long enough to know the housing stock, the neighborhoods, and the families who live here. Our reputation depends on every project we finish.
Every client gets access to JobTread — our project management platform where you can track schedules, view progress photos, and communicate with your team in one place. No wondering where things stand.
Plan Now.
Live Better Later.
The best time to make your home work for the long haul is before you need it to. Let's talk about what that looks like for your home and your family.
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