Stair lifts

Feel more at home on every floor.

When stairs become difficult to use, explore a different way between floors.

Tan stair lift seat mounted on a stair rail

The essentials

Understand the fit, operation and support.

A little more detail

What to consider next.

Discuss the layout, installation responsibilities and ongoing care before choosing a solution.

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Fit the lift to the staircase.

We plan the installation around the dimensions of your stairs and the surrounding space. Seating and access at each end are part of choosing a suitable arrangement.

Understand the model you choose.

Review the seat, controls, starts and stops, and emergency features of the proposed model. Equipment features should be clear before you make a selection.

Support after installation.

Ask which installation, warranty and service arrangements are included for the selected stair lift. Confirm the equipment provider and the contact for maintenance before accepting the proposal.

Look at both ends of the journey.

The staircase is the starting point for an assessment, but the places where a person gets on and off matter too. Discuss seating and transfer needs with the appropriate professionals, and consider doorways, landings and the route beyond the stairs.

Tell the assessor who else uses the staircase and which nearby doors or circulation paths must remain usable. Equipment fit and safe use must be confirmed for the specific person, staircase and selected model.

  • Stair shape, turns and the available space at each landing.
  • Seat, controls and other features to evaluate for the intended user.
  • Parking position and the space needed when the lift is folded.
  • Power, servicing and instructions for an interruption or equipment fault.
Know what support comes with the selected equipment.

Request the model information and its written operating, maintenance and warranty documents before committing. Ask who provides servicing, how service requests are made and which responsibilities belong to the owner.

At handover, review the controls and operating instructions with the people who will use the equipment. Keep the model details and support information somewhere easy to find.

What should I prepare before discussing a stair lift?

Bring photos of the full staircase, its turns and both landings. Explain who will use the lift, whether a walking aid is used, and which parts of getting on or off feel difficult. An on-site assessment determines the appropriate layout.

Can a stair lift work on stairs with a turn?

Different stair layouts call for different equipment and rail designs. Discuss straight, curved and landing arrangements during the assessment rather than choosing a model from a photograph alone.

What should the proposal include?

Ask for the equipment model, rail layout, installation scope, electrical requirements, user orientation, warranty terms and the contact for maintenance or service.

Explore a better way between floors.

Start a conversation about your stairs and the lift options for your home.

Discuss a stair lift