Stairlifts

Electrical Stairlifts

For people of a certain age and for those with disabilities, there will come a point when living in a house with stairs becomes a nightmare. The thought of having to tackle the stairs slowly develops into stress as making the journey up or down seems an impossible task. There was a time when the only viable option for people unable to climb up and down stairs, as opposed to today when electrical stairlifts are common, was to move home to either a bungalow or ground floor flat. This is a particularly stressful event for those who really want to move, but for those who are forced to move can be a particularly horrible thing to do. Modern straight stairlifts are very easy to operate, can be installed quickly and efficiently, and can be fitted into most staircases, as can most curved stair lifts. The latter are normally more expensive, as they must be made to measure so they can move around the bends and curves of the stairs, with prices varying depending on the length of the stairs plus the number and complexity of the bends. Curved stairlifts, depending on the staircase’s layout, can be fitted on both sides of the stairs, so if possible you will have the choice on which side it is fitted. Straight stair lifts will normally have the footrest stopping level with the top stair of the stair case, and are generally easier to fit than their curved counterpart.

Curved Stairlifts

Having your home changed out of necessity instead of out of a desire to improve it, is never an easy decision to make. But when it comes to electrical stair lifts, once fitted, you will be wondering what all the fuss was about. Having the freedom to move around your home is very important, so if the time has come for you to get some assistance in doing just that, don’t hesitate. Fitting straight stairlifts is a very fast and relatively easy procedure. With the footrest stopping at the top stair, you will find it effortless to get in and out of the lift and be able to glide elegantly up and down your stairs in no time at all, and by most accounts will be delighted to be able to do so. Curved stair lifts are slightly pricier than the straight variety for a couple of reasons. Firstly, they must be specially made so that they fit exactly around each and every bend and curve of your staircase, and they can also be made to run along the landing. Prices will vary for these depending on how long your staircase is and how complex the bends are. Both these types of electrical stairlifts can be used in pretty much any home and are designed to run on a track that has been mounted on your home’s stairs with a motor attached to the chair that is powerful enough to lift a person up or down the stairs.

Straight Stairlifts

It is advisable to consider your options when the stairs become difficult to climb. Moving home to somewhere without stairs seems an obvious choice, but there is a far easier, far cheaper option available. Curved stairlifts have been in the marketplace for many years now as people have realised that although at first they may seem to be an intrusion on the aesthetics of a home, in reality they are simply a means to having complete freedom. There are few things more painful then admitting you need help, but once people admit they need electrical stair lifts their standard of living improves considerably. Most people live in a home with a straight staircase that goes directly up from the ground to the first floor. In this instance straight stair lifts are required, which are easy and quick to fit. Once seated the lift is very easy to use and will take you up and down the stairs smoothly and safely. When travelling up, the chair’s footrest will ordinarily stop level with the top stair, making it easy to get in and out of the chair. Curved stair lifts on the other hand are equally easy to operate, yet may take longer to install and will invariably be more expensive as a curved staircase will result in a bespoke model having to be made to move around the curves. However don’t let this put you off buying one of the many electrical stairlifts available on the market; you won’t regret it.

Stair Lifts

Our website offers free impartial advice on mobility products ranging from walk in baths to electrical stair lifts. If you are at a loss in terms of deciding what company to choose from, up to date information has been provided including price comparisons and the best places to purchase products from. Our aim is to put you in touch with reputable and reliable mobility companies so that you can make an informed choice when it comes to buying straight stairlifts. We understand that, as there are numerous companies on the market, the majority of whom declare themselves as being the best and most trustworthy, having an independent assessor can really remove the stress from making what is undoubtedly an expensive and significant purchase. If you happen to have a curved staircase and are in the market for curved stairlifts then be aware that these will cost more than the straight stair version. However don’t let the expense put you off, as you cannot put a price on having the freedom to be able to go up and down your staircase without worrying about the possibility of suffering a fall. So if you are currently looking at the straight stair lifts that are for sale, get in touch with our team of friendly and professional staff who will be happy to assist you in choosing the right model. A simple form is available for completion, which will enable us to provide you with more information about certain companies.