Stairlifts Canvey Island
In case you find climbing your stairs troublesome, a stairlift will offer the assurance and assistance to move with ease. The two primary types of stair lift: straight and curved. While straight stairlifts can only travel in a straight line, curved lifts can turn around corners. Curved lifts cost significantly more than straight stairlifts.
Canvey Island, Newlands, Chalkwell, Eastwood has a good choice of stair lift brands to choose from. Manufacturers you may of heard of include: Acorn, Bruno, Handicare, Platinum, Stannah and Thyssenkrupp
From Brook's affordable range to more state-of-the-art models with customisable upholstery, there is something for everyone. All major brands provide installation, making the process stress-free.
Reconditioned stairlifts tend to be cheaper than buying new. Buy a reconditioned stairlift from a trusted brand to ensure quality and safety. All good reconditioned stairlift companies in Canvey Island should install the lift as part of the service, streamlining the whole process. If you do buy a 2nd hand lift, be sure to get at least one-year warranty cover.
Before a stairlift is fitted, you must book a home survey from a professional stairlift surveyor. This process will assess exactly what's required and how much it's going to cost. Once you've approved the quotation, the installation can get started. No building work is generally needed as stairlifts attach to the stairs rather than the wall (a common misconception). This means that installation is normally quick and easy. A stairlift does not require building work because it attaches to the stairs instead of a wall. Installation usually takes under a day and is straightforward.
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Curved Stairlifts
If your staircase bends or curves, or you have two straight staircases connected by a landing, a curved stair lift would be suitable for your home. Look at the curved staircase designs below to see if your stairs look similar.
Curved stairlifts come with a higher price tag compared to straight stairlifts due to the intricate design needed for navigating turns. Unlike straight staircases, curved ones vary in shape, requiring a custom-built rail that adds to the overall expense. While the starting price for curved stairlifts is typically around £3,850, additional charges will apply for multiple bends and stops along the staircase.
Several renowned makes and models of curved stairlifts include • Acorn 180 • Handicare 2000 • Stannah 260 • Platinum Ultimate • Thyssen Flow 2 • Thyssen Flow X
Straight Stairlifts
If you have two straight staircases connected by a landing, you may be able to fit two separate straight stair lifts. However, it is crucial to ensure a safe transfer between the seats of the stairlifts. If this can't be done safely, opting for a curved stairlift is the alternative solution.
The illustrations of straight staircases featured (A-D) can give you an idea of whether you require a straight stair lift.
In addition, straight stairlifts are more affordable compared to curved models, starting at approximately £1,950. However, it's important to note that the inclusion of luxury features such as a powered swivel seat will bump up the price.
Here's a selection of straight stairlift models you may want to investigate:
- Handicare 1100
- Handicare 1000 including perch seat option
- Brooks Lincoln
- Stannah 600
- Platinum Horizon
- Access BDD Homeglide
- Thyssen Levant / Thyssen Comfort
- Acorn 130
Because of their simplistic design, straight stairlifts are quicker and easier to fit than curved stair lifts. It often takes half a day, at most, to fit a straight stairlift.
Outdoor stairlifts
Do you have trouble getting up and downs steps to your home? Consider getting an outdoor stair lift. Whether to reach your property unassisted or parts of your garden that bring you joy, an outdoor stair lift can reduce your risk of a fall and make life much easier. An outdoor stairlift will cost in the region of £2,400, but other environmental factors may increase this. A curved set of steps will cost more than a short straight staircase.
External stairlifts are similar to indoor stairlifts, but include waterproof components to make them more weather resistant. When you aren't using your outdoor stair lift, a cover will provide extra shielding from the Great British weather. If you live by the sea, your outdoor stairlift is more likely to suffer weather damage. Salt in the sea air can damage the stairlift over time. A weather-proof cover also keeps the seat dry.
Narrow Chair Lifts
If your stairs are particularly narrow, look for a stairlift model specifically for limited spaces. Collapsible parts and compact designs mean your stairlift can be minimal in size and fold out of the way when not in use. An excellent stairlift for narrow stairs is the Thyssen Flow X. This stairlift works on both curved or straight staircases but is typically the only option available for very narrow curved staircases. The Flow X stairlift is the narrowest on the market, designed to work on stairs down to 610mm wide. The chair automatically swivels to get the stair lift user through the tightest sections on your staircase without the user's knees fouling the opposite wall. Another option to look into is a perched seat stairlift. When using a perch stairlift, you partially stand but with a seat to lean on. Although, it's likely not suitable if you find partially standing difficult. It's a great option if you have constricted hip or knee joints that make sitting challenging.
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Heavy Duty Chairlifts
The weight limit of stairlifts differs based on the specific model. Manufacturers such as Handicare and Bruno provide bariatric stairlifts with increased max weight capacity.
There are models available for curved stairs with a weight capacity of 25 stone—for example, the Platinum Ultimate. The highest weight capacity for a curved staircases is the Bruno Elite stairlift offering a max limit of 30 stone. For straight staircases, the Handicare 1000 XXL, goes up to 31 stones.
If you're near the higher end of these maximum weight limits, a Through-Floor-Lift (TFL) is the alternative. When the lift is parked on the ground floor, the top is designed to be strong enough to become part of the floor above. They are more expensive than a stairlift, starting somewhere around £11,500. However, the benefits can, quite literally, outweigh the cost.
Reconditioned stair lifts Canvey Island
For those with a restricted budget, it's worth considering a pre-owned stairlift as a cost-effective option. Sourcing a pre-used stairlift for a straight staircase is straightforward. Shortening an existing straight stairlift rail to fit your stairs is generally straightforward. Sourcing pre-owned stairlifts to match another curved staircase, regardless of how similar they look, is not so easy as they are custom-made to a specific job. The solution is to get a new custom-made curved rail then use a second-hand curved stairlift seat.
It's usually more affordable to get a stairlift second-hand. Purchasing second-hand from a private seller in the Canvey Island area may seem like a good idea but inevitably never is. However, buying a refurbished stairlift from a reputable company in Canvey Island is more sensible idea. A refurbed stair lift should also come with a one-year warranty, meaning you're covered for a year should it stop working.
