Stairlifts Soham
If you feel uneasy climbing the stairs, a stairlift can restore your ability to move around your home more independently.
The most popular types of stairlift are straight and curved. While straight stairlifts travel in one straight line, curved ones can handle corners. Curved ones cost a lot more due to the manufacturing costs of the curved rail and installation.
Soham, North Field, Newham, Ely has a good choice of stairlift makes to meet your requirements. These include: Acorn, Access BDD, Brooks, Bruno, Handicare, Platinum, Stannah and TKA From Brook's dependable and simple stairlift to more customisable models with add-ons, you'll find something to suit all budgets. All major brands provide installation, making the process stress-free.
Pre-owned stairlifts are often cheaper than new. Buy a reconditioned stairlift from a trusted brand to ensure quality and safety. All reputable reconditioned stairlift companies in Soham will facilitate the install, making the process easy. For peace of mind, purchasing one with a one-year warranty is a good idea.
Prior to a stairlift being fitted, you must book a home survey from a professional stairlift surveyor. The survey will assess exactly what's required and how much it's going to cost. Once you've approved the quotation, you'll receive an installation date.
Due to the fact that stairlifts attach to the stairs, rather than the wall, there is usually no need for building work. Installation usually takes about a day if everything goes well.
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Curved Stairlifts
A curved stairlift is typically required when there is a curved or non-standard staircase in a home or building. It is designed to navigate stairs that have bends, curves, or intermediate landings. Here are a few scenarios where a curved stairlift might be necessary:
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Curved Staircase: If your staircase features a curve or bend, a curved stairlift is essential to navigate the turns smoothly and safely. The track of a curved stairlift is custom-made to match the specific shape and angles of the stairs.
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Spiral Staircase: Spiral staircases are compact and often have a central column. These staircases require a specially designed curved stairlift that can accommodate the tight curve and narrow width of the steps.
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Multiple Landings: If your staircase has intermediate landings, where the stairs change direction or level, a curved stairlift can be customized to travel across these landings seamlessly.
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Unique Architectural Design: In homes or buildings with unique or unconventional staircase designs, such as helical or freestanding stairs, a curved stairlift may be necessary to provide accessibility without compromising the aesthetics of the structure.
It's important to consult with a professional stairlift provider to assess your specific staircase configuration and determine if a curved stairlift is the appropriate solution for your accessibility needs.
Curved stairlifts are generally pricier than straight stairlifts because navigating corners requires a more intricate design than travelling in a straight line. As curved staircases are less universal in shape than straight ones, you are more likely to need a custom-built rail, which can also be expensive. The starting price of curved stairlifts is about £3,850. Multiple bends and stopping locations will be extra.
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 the stairs travel in one direction without any turns, a straight stairlift is a suitable option to consider. If you have a straight staircase, it might look like one of the staircase designs illustrated A-D.
Consider fitting two straight stairlifts if you have two consecutive straight staircases linked by a quarter landing. For this to work, you need to be able to transfer between the stairlifts seats. If this isn't possible, a curved stairlift can be a good solution.
Straight stairlifts are less expensive than curved stairlifts because the rail is straight and simple to manufacture. Prices start from around £1,950. Features like a powered hinge rail or automaticswivel seat will increase the total cost.
Here's a selection of straight stairlift models you may want to investigate:
- Handicare 1100
- Handicare 1000
- Brooks Lincoln
- Stannah 600
- Platinum Horizon
- Access BDD Homeglide
- Thyssen Levant / Thyssen Comfort
- Acorn 130
Because of their more straightforward design, straight stairlifts are quicker and easier to fit than curved stairlifts. It should take half a day, at most, to fit a straight stairlift in your property.
Outdoor stairlifts
If you find climbing the stairs outside your home or garden difficult, consider installing an outdoor stairlift. Whether to reach your property unassisted or parts of your garden that bring you joy, an outdoor stairlift can restore your confidence and independence. Stairs can pose a significant risk for individuals with limited mobility or balance issues. Outdoor stairlifts offer a secure and stable mode of transportation, reducing the chances of falls or accidents that can lead to injuries. An outdoor stairlift will cost in the region of £2,400, but this can be higher or lower depending on factors like the arrangement of your stairs. A long curved staircase will naturally cost more.
Outdoor stairlifts are the same as indoor stairlifts, but include waterproof components to make them suitable for outdoors. When you aren't using your outdoor stairlift, a cover can 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 air can damage parts of the stairlift over the years.
Narrow Stairlifts
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.
An excellent stairlift for narrow stairs is the Thyssen Flow X. This stairlift works on both curved or straight staircases. The Flow X stairlift is designed to work on stairs down to 610mm wide. The chair automatically turns to get the stairlift user through the smallest sections on your staircase without hitting anything.
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 may not be suitable if you have minimal mobility, which makes partially standing tiring or unsafe.
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Heavy Duty Stair lifts
If you are concerned that you might be too heavy for a traditional stairlift, there are specific stairlift manufacturers who provide a HD bariatric option.
The Handicare 1000 XXL is ideal for straight stairs, supporting up to 31 stones with added comfort features like a wider seat and extended armrest. The Bruno Elite is a great choice for curved staircases, accommodating up to 30 stones, while the Platinum Ultimate can handle up to 25 stones.
If you are getting close to or exceeding these maximum weight limits, a Through-Floor-Lift (TFL) is the alternative. When the lift is parked on the ground floor, the lid is designed to be strong enough to be walked on above. Through-Floor-Lifts are significantly more expensive, starting at £11,500, but can be a life-changing purchase.
Reconditioned stairlifts Soham
For those with a restricted budget, it's worth considering a pre-owned stairlift as a cost-effective option. Acquiring a pre-used stairlift for a straight staircase is a straightforward process. Shortening an existing straight stairlift rail to fit your stairs is cheaper than buying a brand new rail. Pre-used curved stairlift rails aren't as easy to re-fit as they are manufactured for a specific customer. One possible approach is to purchase a new bespoke curved rail to fit your staircase then pair it with a pre-owned, refurbished, curved stairlift chassis.
It's usually more affordable to get a stairlift second-hand. Purchasing second-hand from a private seller in the Soham area may seem like a good idea but inevitably never is. However, buying a refurbished stairlift from a reputable company in Soham is more sensible idea. A refurbished stairlift should also come with a one-year warranty, meaning you're covered for up to a year should it stop working.
