Things To Consider When You Get A Stair lift
There are many things to consider when you get a stair lift. Getting a stair lift is a huge decision and you need to make sure you have thought of everything before you decide if you are going to purchase a stair lift.
There are many different types of stair lifts and a variety of ways to get one so you need to make sure you have read every option and know exactly what you are looking for when the time comes to purchase your stair lift.
Do I Need A Stair lift?
If you are struggling to climb stairs or find that when you do climb the stairs it leaves you tired and exhausted for the rest of the day, then you might need a stair lift.
A stair lift can help you get up and down the stairs with ease. Just something as simple as a stair lift to help you move around your home can do wonders for your overall health.
Getting a stair lift can be absolutely life-changing, but there are different kinds of lifts as well as other things to consider when you are looking to buy.
Can What Kind Of Stair lifts Are There?
Everyone’s homes are different so we have different types, makes & models to suit different spaces and staircases.
Straight Stair lifts
A straight stairlift is a sleek slim lift that is designed to smoothly go up and down the stairs without taking up too much room. All of our straight stair lifts are designed to be efficient and move up the stairs with ease as well as being incredibly comfortable.
Curved Stair lifts
A curved stair lift is much like a straight stair lifts but it is designed to curve around the base. This is useful if you don’t have much room at the bottom of your stairs or if there is a door that you can’t risk blocking so the stair lift will need to stop in a move convenient place in the corridor.
Can I Afford A Stair lift?
We understand that buying a stair lift can be expensive but if your Independence & safety are on the line then it’s not something you can try and go without. A stair lift is an investment that will help you for as long you have it so its better to invest a good quality lift than struggle without one.
Government Grants
If you need a stair lift but aren’t sure you can afford one then you might be able to qualify for grant to help you buy one.
Disabled Facilities Grant is a means-tested grant so it’s possible you may not qualify, or if you do qualify, the grant may not cover the entire price of the stair lift.
When you apply for the grant you have to be able to prove that you do live in the property and plan to stay there for at least the next 5 years. The council will assess whether installing a stair lift is “necessary and appropriate” for your needs.
Rules and restrictions change for every council so you will need to check what the requirements are for your area and see if you meet them. There is no set amount of money you can be allocated and again it can vary depending on the area.
Reconditioned Stair lift
If you have decided to buy a stair lift but can’t afford the price of one brand new, then a reconditioned stairlift might be the right option for you.
A reconditioned stair lift is one that’s been used before. Here at Senior Stair lifts we take these preloved models, clean them and repair them so they are in a like-new condition.
After some careful and rigorous testing to make that the reconditioned stair lift reaches our high standards we then sell the reconditioned chair lifts at a lower price.
Contact Us
Here at Senior Stairlifts, we want to make sure you have all the information you have before you make any big decisions. Our friendly team is always on hand to help answer your questions.
If you have any questions you can always contact us for a chat, either by email or call us on 0800 995 6019.
You can also request a brochure to learn more about our stair lifts. You can also use our website to get a quote.
You can also book a stair lift service or repair.
Senior Stairlifts are dedicated to keeping you and your family safe no matter what. You can read more about what we’re doing to keep you safe in the pandemic here.