When Do I Need a Handrail on Steps? Ontario Homeowner Guide
“When do I need a handrail on steps?” In Ontario, the starting point for stairs serving a single dwelling is more than two indoor risers or more than three outdoor risers. Count the vertical rises, not just the surfaces under your feet. Then assess the open edges separately. A short flight can still need a […]
When Do I Need a Handrail? Ontario Stair and Porch Rules
“When do I need a handrail?” starts with a distinction. A rail you hold and a barrier that stops a fall do different jobs. Short stairs can qualify for a handrail exception and still need a guard. When do I need a handrail in Ontario? Three risers inside a private dwelling need a handrail. Three […]