   
Electric Stair Lifts
Electric stair lifts also known as stair glides, stairway
lifts, chair lifts or stair chairs, provide a cost-effective
solution to people with limited mobility, who may find it difficult to negotiate stairs at home. Rather than
be forced to renovate an existing home, re-locate to another dwelling or even transfer to an assisted living
facility, installing a chair lift for stairs can improve internal and external accessibility for users for a
comparatively much lower cost. The option of buying a used or
reconditioned electric stair lift is also available and will reduce costs
further for customers.
How Do Electric Stair Lifts
Work?
The most popular residential stair lift
elevators comprise a motorized track mechanism which is bolted to an existing staircase and has a padded seat
attached. Electric powered stair lifts plug into your home's standard power outlet and can be installed on either
side of the staircase without any structural changes being made. Although always connected to a power supply these
units can either be powered electrically or battery powered with a rechargeable battery which ensures
operation in the event of a power outage.
Stair lifts can be used to easily and quietly
transport a person, groceries, luggage or even laundry between floors with just a simple press of a button. Popular
features include obstruction sensors, remote controls, swivel seats with safety belts and platform bases that fold
out of the way when not in use.
Who can benefit from a home stair lift?
A home stair lift can not only be of
benefit to the user but it will also provide some comfort to family members and caregivers who may not always be
around to help their loved ones in the home. Given that falling up or down stairs is one of the biggest causes of
accidents in the home, installing a power chair lift will enable the handicapped and elderly to be
safer and more independent in their own home even when they are alone.
Installation of Electric Stair Lifts
Home stair chair lifts can be installed on any
types of staircases be they straight, curved or spiral. There are also outdoor stair lifts with weatherproof upholstery,
specifically designed for installation on outdoor steps and ramps. Heavy duty stair lifts
specifically designed for wheelchairs
and scooters are also available. These extra wide vertical platform lifts make access a
breeze for these mobility vehicles.
Stair Lift
Prices
The cost of a professionally installed stair
lift will vary depending on the type of lift and your stair case configuration however for a standard straight
stair chair lift you can expect prices to be between $2,500 to $4,000. Alternatively, you may choose
to reduce the cost by installing the stairlift yourself. AmeriGlide manufacture new electric stair
lifts that are designed for easy homeowner installation and are priced from as little
as $1749.00.
Some companies also offer factory refurbished
and used stair lifts at a fraction of the cost of a new one.
Medicare does not
cover the cost of electric stairlifts however some private medical health insurers may cover some of the cost of
installation. Check with your insurance provider first.
Before buying a stair
lift
If you are considering purchasing an
electric stair lift then the first thing you should do is to seek out a reputable dealer. They
should be able to provide you with vital information about the cost, options available and the
positioning of the lift. Talk to a consultant about how to take accurate measurements of your
staircase in order to determine the track length required. They should also be able to give a recommendation
on the best stair lift for your specific needs .
Always check with your supplier and/or local
council to ascertain whether or not installation standards apply in your area. If you are at all unsure
about installing the stair lift yourself, seek out a professional installer to do it for you.
Popular lift brands include
AmeriGlide,
Acorn, Bruno and Stannah Stair Lifts. For more information on which of these electric stair lifts may be right for you,
please visit our page on stair lift
manufacturers.
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