Stay ADA-Compliant | Reduce Liability | Keep Your Walkways Safe
ADA compliance isn’t just a legal requirement—it’s a responsibility to keep your sidewalks safe, accessible, and risk-free. At Precision Concrete Cutting, we specialize in helping cities, property managers, and businesses meet ADA standards without the cost or disruption of full sidewalk replacement. If you manage a public-facing property, this page will show you exactly what you need to know—and how we make compliance easy.
What "ADA Sidewalk Compliance" Means
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets standards to ensure sidewalks are safe and accessible for everyone. One of the most common violations occurs when there is a vertical change in height between sidewalk panels greater than ¼ inch, which is considered a trip hazard.
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These hazards don’t just affect wheelchair users—they impact parents with strollers, seniors, kids, and anyone walking through your neighborhood. When left unaddressed, they can create safety risks and potential legal exposure.
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ADA sidewalk standards generally require:
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Smooth, flush transitions between concrete panels
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Stable, firm, slip-resistant walking surfaces
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Clear and accessible paths of travel for all pedestrians
Avoid Costly Injuries, Claims, and Legal Issues
Sidewalk trip hazards are one of the most common sources of injury claims and ADA-related complaints. A single uneven panel can lead to medical costs, legal disputes, or city citations—often far more expensive than fixing the issue early.
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PCC Midwest helps homeowners, property managers, and communities address these hazards proactively. By removing trip hazards before someone gets hurt, you reduce risk, protect people, and avoid unnecessary stress.
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Our approach focuses on prevention—so sidewalk safety doesn’t turn into a problem you’re forced to react to later.
A Fully Compliant Solution—Without Full Replacement
You don’t need to replace entire sidewalks to meet ADA standards. PCC Midwest uses precision concrete cutting to correct trip hazards and restore safe, accessible walkways without demolition, jackhammers, or poured concrete.
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Our method removes the hazard completely while preserving the existing sidewalk and surrounding areas.
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Why our solution works:
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Removes vertical trip hazards and blends flush with adjacent panels
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Corrects slope and transitions to meet ADA standards
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Works around tree roots, curbs, gutters, and landscaping
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Allows immediate pedestrian access after service
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No slab replacement, heavy demolition, or sidewalk closures
It’s a clean, efficient solution designed for real Midwest sidewalks.
