Stairlifts Halstead
In case you feel unsteady when climbing stairs, a stairlift will restore your ability to move around your home independently. The most popular types of chair lift are straight and curved. While straight stairlifts can only move in one straight line, curved lifts can handle corners. Curved lifts are significantly more expensive due to the manufacturing costs of the curved stairlift rail and installation.
Halstead has plenty of chair lift manufacturers to suit your needs, as does Bradwell, Sand Hill, Braintree.
These include
- Acorn
- Stannah
- Companion
- Brooks
- Platinum Stairlifts
- Bruno
- Thyssenkrupp
- Oto Lift
All major brands provide installation, making the process stress-free.
Reconditioned stairlifts tend to be cheaper than buying new. Buy a refurbished chair lift from a reputable company rather than a private seller to ensure safety and quality. DO NOT buy from auction websites or local marketplaces unless you plan to install this yourself. All reputable reconditioned stairlift companies in Halstead will offer installation within the price, simplifying the process. To ensure peace of mind, make sure the lift you purchase comes with a one-year warranty.
It is not necessary to deal with a third party for stair lift installation. Most stair lift manufacturers offer their own installation services. The first step in buying a stairlift is to have a stairlift surveyor perform a home survey. Installing a stairlift can be done as soon as a day after the home survey is complete. Generally, stairlifts don't require building work since they attach to the stairs rather than to the wall.
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Curved Stairlifts
If your staircase bends or curves, or you have two straight staircases connected by a landing, a curved chair lift would be suitable for your home. Look at the curved staircase designs below to see if your stairs look similar.
Curved stairlifts have a higher cost compared to straight stairlifts due to the complexity involved in navigating corners and bends, which requires a more intricate design than a straightforward, linear path. Since curved staircases come in a variety of shapes and sizes, a custom-built rail is always necessary, adding to the overall expense. The base price for curved stairlifts typically starts at around £3,850, with additional costs incurred for multiple bends and stopping locations.
Common curved stairlift brands include:
- Handicare 2000 (and the newer 4000 model)
- Stannah 260 {Siena}
- Platinum Ultimate
- Otolift Modul-Air
- Thyssen Flow X / Access BDD Flow X
Straight Stairlifts
If you have two straight staircases connected by a landing, it may be worth considering the installation of two separate straight chair lifts. However, it is crucial to ensure a safe transfer between the seats of the stairlifts. In cases where this may not be feasible, opting for a curved stairlift is most likely the best solution.
The illustrations of straight staircases featured (A-D) can give you an idea of whether you require a straight chair lift.
The typical starting price of a new straight stairlift is around £1,950. Because they have a pretty simple design, straight chair lifts cost less than curved stairlifts. Additional features like a powered hinge rail and a powered swivel seat will cost more.
Popular straight stairlift makes and models: • Acorn 130, • Brooks Lincoln, • Handicare 1100/1000, • Platinum Horizon, • Stannah 600 and • Thyssen Homeglide
Outdoor stairlifts
Do you have an external set of stairs, perhaps leading up to your front door our out to a garden area? Consider getting an outside chair lift. Whether to reach your property unassisted or parts of your garden that bring you joy, an outdoor chair lift can reduce your risk of a fall and make life much easier.
Outdoor stairlifts in East of England will typically start from £2,400, but other environmental factors may increase this. Stairs with turns will naturally cost more.
External stairlifts are similar in design to internal stairlifts, but waterproof materials make them more weather resistant. For times when your stairlift is not being used, a waterproof cover provides additional protection from extreme weather.
If you live near the sea, your external stairlift is more likely to suffer weather damage. Salt in the air can damage the stairlift over time.
Narrow Chairlifts
If your stairs are particularly narrow, you can get a stairlift designed especially for tight spaces. When not in use, collapsing armrests, seat and footplate allow your stairlift to fold away as slim as 300mm. A good solution for the narrowest of staircases is the Thyssenkrupp Flow X. This stairlift works on both curved or straight staircases but is usually the best choice 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 carriage automatically turns to get the passenger through the tightest sections on your staircase without the user's knees or toes hitting the spindles. The other option to consider is a perched seat stairlift. When using a perch stairlift, you partially stand but with a seat to perch 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
If you are concerned that you might be too heavy for a traditional stairlift, there are a couple of stairlift manufacturers who supply a heavy-duty bariatric version.
For curved stairs, some models have a weight capacity of up to 25 stone, such as the Platinum Ultimate. The highest weight capacity currently available for curved stairlifts is the Bruno Elite, which can carry up to 30 stones. For straight staircases, the Handicare 1000 XXL can take up to 31 stones. It also has a wider seat, an extended seat base and an extended armrest to keep you comfortable.
If you exceed these maximum weight limits, TFL's, sometimes referred to as home lifts or residential elevators, provide a safe and secure way to move between different levels of a home. Through-floor-lifts consist of a self-contained cabin that moves vertically, through a newly made aperture within a dedicated shaft or enclosure.
To operate a TFL, a user enters the lift cabin at one level and selects up or down. The cabin ascends or descends to the chosen floor, allowing the user to exit at their destination safely.
Through floor lifts typically use an electric motor and a system of cables, pulleys, or hydraulic mechanisms to move the cabin. They are designed to be space-efficient and can be customised to fit the specific dimensions of a home.Through floor lifts also provide a practical solution for wheelchair users.
A TFL is more expensive, starting at £11,500. However, the benefits can, quite literally, outweigh the cost.
Reconditioned chair lifts Halstead
If you're on a limited budget, you might want to consider a second-hand stairlift. Finding a reconditioned stairlift for your straight staircase is usually uncomplicated. Shortening an existing straight stairlift rail to fit your stairs is generally straightforward. Pre-used curved stairlift rails are not easy to re-fit as they've most likely been manufactured to a specific job. One possible approach is to purchase a brand new custom-made curved rail to suit your stairs and pair it with a second-hand curved stairlift carriage.
It may be cheaper to purchase a pre-used chair lift in Halstead than buying a new one. Buying a pre-owned stairlift from a private seller may seem like the most affordable option, but it’s typically problematic and fraught with risk. Unless you’re a trained stairlift engineer, buying a reconditioned stairlift from a reputable company is a more sensible idea.
A refurbished chair lift will also come with a one-year guarantee, meaning you're covered for up to a year should it stop working.
