The Many Benefits Of Stair Chair Lifts

A stair chair lift is a chair attached to a track that is bolted down onto a staircase with no structural changes made to the home. The lift can be used for carrying a person, laundry, groceries, or luggage up and down the stairs with a push of a button. They make life more enjoyable for those with medical or mobility issues.

Popular conveniences include swivel seats that turn away from the stairway, remote controls that send or call the chair lift to another floor and a folding track at the lower landing. The lifts plug into standard household electric outlets and can be placed on either side of the staircase.

Stair Chair Lift Features

Stair lifts can be installed on many different types of staircases: Straight, Curved or Spiral. Chair lifts come with obstruction sensors so the lift can detect something in its path and automatically stops so you can remove it. They also include seat belts. Easy to use because most stair lifts swivel at the top and bottom allowing the user to safely get on or off the lift. Remote controls are provided to call the lift chair up or down the stairs. Most lifts fold when not in use to provide easy access to the stairs for others in your home. Many stair lifts offer different fabrics and colors so you can customize to your taste & blend with your decor.

Options

Stair chair lifts come with many different options. Some have folding tracks, different controls, folding arms and others allow you to paint the rail the stair lift rides on. Stairlifts relieve concerns about the safety and comfort of your loved ones when you can't always be by their side while providing peace of mind that your loved one will not fall down the stairs. Walking up and down the stairs is one of the leading causes of falls in the home for people of any age. A stairlift will also dramatically reduce wear and tear on ankles, knees and hip joints. Your loved one can enjoy all the comforts and amenities of the home they have grown to love over the years.

Costs

When you compare the cost of adding a room to the first floor, moving to an assisted living center or purchasing a one-story home, a stairway lift is by far the most economical choice. If you have a basic straight staircase, expect to pay between $2,800 to $4,000. Stair lifts can cost up to $15,000, depending on your market or stair case configuration. The cost quoted usually includes installation. Some companies offer attractive rental or pre-owned programs that make stair lifts more affordable. Medicare does not cover stair lifts.

If you are looking to reduce your chair lift costs, you may want to consider purchasing a used stair lift or a refurbished model. In these cases, however, you will also want to make sure there is some kind of warranty to make repairs if some are needed soon after installation (preferably at least a twelve month warranty). Renting a stair chair lift is another option offered by some companies.