Transparent and Affordable Stairlift Pricing for Informed Decision-Making
At Which Stairlift Limited, our goal is to offer you the most precise and current information regarding stair lift prices, enabling you to make a more informed choice. By providing information on stair lift options and features, we aim to assist you in choosing the most suitable stairlift for your specific needs and budget. Our commitment to transparency and affordability ensures that you receive high-quality stairlifts at competitive prices.
Understanding Stairlifts Prices and the Choices You Have For Improved Mobility in Your Home
When contemplating the installation of a stairlift, it is essential to have a clear understanding of the choices and the associated costs that come with it. The prices of stairlifts can vary greatly depending on various factors, but the main difference in the cost of your stairlift purchase will be what type of stairlift you need.
Do you have a straight staircase or a set of curved stairs?
Stairlift Prices and Diferent Types of Stairs in Your Home
The type of staircase you have in your home will undoubtedly be the main reason for the difference in cost when you are buying a stairlift. If you are fortunate enough to have straight stairs the cost of your purchase will be significantly less than that of a curved stairlift. Curved staircases and spiral stairs normally need a bespoke curved track to be made to individually fit your stairs.
Different Stair Lift Features and Options will Affect the Stairlift Cost and Your Final Stairlift Quote
All stairlifts have standard features including remote controls or a manual swivel seat. But additional costs for your stair lift will be affected by adding powered options. For example, a powered swivel seat or powered footrest raiser. But sometimes, other factors dictate the final stair lift cost.
If you have narrow stairs or the stairlift user has difficulty bending their knees, a perching stairlift could be the solution. The perch seat is smaller than a normal stairlift seat and your stairlift engineer will set the seat height, so you are almost half standing, half sitting. Other stair lift options could be essential requirements for a safe stairlift installation. A powered hinge rail or a slide track is used when there is a doorway or passageway at the foot of the stairs.
Straight Stairlift Installation Prices
The installation costs of a straight stairlift vary widely depending on the straight stairlift model, stairlift options, and where you purchase it. Second-hand auction websites might list reconditioned stairlifts or unwanted stairlifts for under £1,000 and will require the stairlift to be installed by a professional for peace of mind, while new stairlifts from other suppliers often start around £1,500 - £1,600.
In a 2018 3.survey, the average cost of a new straight stairlift was found to be about £2,679. Basic models from well-known manufacturers generally range between £2,000 and £2,300. In a more recent 3. survey of 2022 this average price for a new straight stairlift increased to £3,371. Opting for a reliable supplier not only ensures the quality of the stairlift but also provides essential after-sales support.
Mr Twist
Northamptonshire
From the first contact to the installation of my straight stairlift, their service was superb. Their customer service could not have been more helpful. I would highly recommend this company.
Mrs Dock-Rill
Suffolk
Excellent service and very professional stairlift installation, I was very pleased. As far as my own experience with your company is concerned you could not improve your service.
Buying Curved Stairlifts for a Staircase With a Curve
Curved stairlifts prices are more expensive than purchasing a stairlift for straight staircases due to the bespoke nature of the curved tracks. Reconditioned curved stairlifts require a new custom-fabricated track, while the motor is typically reconditioned. Bespoke tracks have fewer joints, ensuring a smoother ride. However, some companies use modular tracks, which can be installed faster but may result in a less smooth ride due to the additional joints in the stairlift track.
The typical costs of a new curved stairlift with basic curved options with one bend range from £4,000 to £4,300. According to a 2018 3. survey, the average cost for a curved stair lift was £4,248.
Despite the high costs, stairlift prices with stairlift manufacturers have remained relatively stable over the years. The 3. survey conducted in December 2022 of stairlift owners showed that the average price for a new curved stairlift increased to £4,728.
As a cost guide, for every bend in a staircase, you can add approximately £500 - £750 (depending on the complexity of the bend) to the initial price.
For staircases with two straight flights and a landing, it might be cheaper to buy two straight stairlifts instead of one curved one, provided the user can transfer between the lifts.
Do you need a stairlift for a short period of time? The Benefits of Renting
Some stairlift companies can offer you a stairlift rental option. This is ideal for short-term mobility issues; perhaps the user is recovering from an operation. The process of renting a stairlift is similar to purchasing one. A stairlift surveyor would need to visit your property to make sure a stairlift will fit. Renting a stairlift is a perfect solution until your mobility returns.
My Stairs Are Outside, Can You Buy Outdoor Stairlift?
It is possible to install a stairlift outside your home. Some stairlift manufacturers offer this in their stairlift portfolio, although the choice will be limited. Normally, outdoor stairlifts can only be supplied with standard features and options.
The stairlift components are weather-proofed and some companies often supply an outdoor cover to protect it from harsher weather. The type of stair lift will be determined during a standard stairlift survey.
Making an Informed Decision on Stairlifts and the Prices You Pay
At Which Stairlift Limited, we are dedicated to helping you find the best stairlift solution for your needs and budget. We partner with top manufacturers to bring you high-quality products at competitive prices. Whether you're looking for a straight stairlift or a curved stairlift, our team will guide you through every step, from initial consultation to professional installation.
Are you ready to buy your stairlift? Free stairlift quote!
If you are seriously considering buying a stairlift, get in touch with us. Request a stairlift quote today and let us help you find the best stairlift at the right price. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Mr Philip
West Sussex
The surveyor was courteous and friendly, informative without being pushy. He gave us the necessary information, and we feel better able to make a decision on which stairlift to buy, once we have had all the site visits.
Mr Twist
Northamptonshire
From the first contact to the installation of the stairlift, their service was superb. Their customer service could not have been more helpful. I would highly recommend this company.
Is there VAT on Stairlifts?
If you are registered disabled or have a chronic health condition, you can claim VAT exemption when purchasing a stairlift because this type of purchase is designed to improve your quality of life and is being used by you privately in your own home. Ensure you clarify whether the quoted price includes VAT to compare quotes effectively.
Disabled Facilities Grant Funding
Are you or a loved one in need of support to make your home more accessible and safe? The disabled facilities grant is a valuable resource available to help individuals with disabilities fund necessary adaptations to their homes.
Application Process
- Contact Your Local Authority: Reach out to your local council's housing or environmental health department to express your need for a stairlift.
- Assessment: An occupational therapist may visit your home to assess your needs and determine the suitability of a stairlift.
- Application Submission: Complete the application form provided by the council, including detailed information about your financial situation and the proposed adaptation.
- Quotations: Obtain at least two written estimates from contractors or suppliers for the stairlift installation.
- Approval: The council will review your application and inform you of their decision.
More information on the Disabled Facilities Grant can be found on www.gov.uk
3. Source: which.co.uk