Stairlifts Sudbury
In case you find walking up stairs a challenge, a stairlift will help you to navigate your property freely and feel safe again.
The most popular styles of stairlift: straight and curved. straight stairlifts travel in a straight line, curved stairlift can handle bends. Curved stairlift are significantly more expensive due to their unique design and additional cost of installation.
Sudbury, Great Cornard, Newton, Halstead has plenty of stairlift companies to meet your requirements.
Manufacturers you may of heard of include: Acorn, Access BDD, Brooks, Bruno, Handicare, Platinum, Stannah and TKA
From Brook's affordable range to more expensive stairlift with automatic options, you'll find something to suit every taste.
All major brands provide installation, making the process stress-free.
Refurbished stairlifts are often cheaper than new. Buy a second-hand stairlift from a reputable company over a private seller to ensure safety and quality. All reputable reconditioned stairlift companies in Sudbury will provide installation services, streamlining the whole process. If you do buy a 2nd hand lift, be sure to get at least one-year warranty cover.
The first step toward getting a stairlift is to have a stairlift surveyor come to your home and do a home inspection. In all cases, stairlift companies in Sudbury offer installation services, making the installation process more convenient.
It is not necessary to do any building work as stairlifts connect to the stairs, not the walls. Therefore, installation is usually straightforward and takes around half a day.
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Curved Stairlifts
Curved stairlifts are custom-made to fit the unique shape and dimensions of the curved staircase. They have a flexible rail system that curves along the staircase, allowing the user to travel smoothly and safely around corners or up multiple flights of stairs. This makes curved stairlifts an ideal solution for individuals with mobility challenges who need assistance navigating curved or multi-level staircases in their homes or public buildings.
Curved stairlifts come with a higher price tag compared to straight stairlifts due to the intricate design needed to navigate beds. 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.
Here are some popular curved stairlift options to consider:
- Acorn 180
- Handicare 4000
- Stannah 260
- Platinum Ultimate
- Thyssen Flow X / Access Flow X
Straight Stairlifts
If you have two straight staircases connected by a landing, you may be able to fit two separate straight stairlifts. However, you need to be able to transfer independently between the two lifts. If you're not comfortably able to do this, opting for a curved stairlift is the alternative solution.
The designs of straight staircases featured (A-D) can give you a better idea of whether you'd need a straight stairlift.
The typical starting price for a new straight stairlift is around £1,950. Because they usually have a relatively simple design, straight stairlifts 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
If you find climbing the stairs outside your home or garden difficult, consider getting an outdoor stairlift. Whether to reach your property unassisted or parts of your garden that bring you joy, an outdoor stairlift can be an excellent investment. 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 injury.
Outdoor stairlifts in East of England will typically start from £2,400, but factors like length of rail and staircase design will affect this. Stairs with turns will cost more than a short straight staircase.
Outdoor stairlifts are virtually the same as indoor stairlifts, but include waterproof components to make them suitable for outdoors. When you aren't using your outdoor stairlift, a protective cover will provide extra shielding from the Great British weather.
If you live near the sea, your external stairlift is more likely to suffer weather damage. Salt in the sea air can damage the stairlift over the years.
Twin rail outdoor stairlift
garden step lift
External stair lift
Outside step chair lift
Narrow Stairlifts
If your stairs are particularly narrow, look for a stairlift model specifically for limited spaces. When not in use, collapsing parts allow your stairlift to fold away as slim as 300mm.
An excellent stairlift for tight spaces is the Thyssen Flow X. The Flow X stairlift is designed to work on stairs down to 610mm wide. The carriage automatically turns to get the stairlift user through the narrowest 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 Stairlifts
The weight capacity of stairlifts can vary depending on the model, and certain brands including Bruno and Handicare provide heavy-duty options, commonly referred to as bariatric stairlifts. These specialised stairlifts are designed to accommodate individuals with higher body weights safely.
For straight stairs, the Handicare 1000 XXL has a weight capacity of 31 stones, offering a wider seat and extended armrest for comfort. For curved staircases, the Bruno Elite supports up to 30 stones, and the Platinum Ultimate can accommodate up to 25 stones.
If you are near the higher end of these maximum weight limits, a Through-Floor-Lift (TFL) can be a great alternative to a stairlift. When the lift is parked on the ground floor, the top is designed to be strong enough to be walked on above.
While TFL's do come with a higher price tag, starting at £11,500, they have the potential to make a life-changing impact.
Reconditioned stairlifts Sudbury
If you're on a limited budget, you might want to consider a second-hand stairlift. Acquiring a pre-used stairlift for a straight staircase is a straightforward process. Shortening an existing straight stairlift rail to fit your stairs is generally straightforward. Finding a used curved stairlift rail to fit your curved staircase is not so easy as they've most likely been custom-made to a specific staircase. One possible approach is to get a new bespoke curved rail then opt for a pre-owned, refurbished, curved stairlift carriage.
Getting a pre-loved stairlift from a Mr/Mrs Smith in the Sudbury area might seem like a cheap option, but inva never invarably. If you want to buy a used stairlift it's better to buy one from a reputable installer. This way, you can be assured that your stairlift will work like new and is safe to use.
A refurbished stairlift should also come with a one-year guarantee, meaning you're covered for up to a year should it stop working.
