Stair Lifts can be retrofitted into existing home either by yourself or using a professional to do the job for you. It is recommended you hire a professional.
You can get a stair lift installed in your home for around $1400. Of course this price could vary depending on your needs.
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You need to get a professional installer to come to your house and perform an evaluation. They will measure your stairs to determine the best lift for your home.
Injuries from falling down stairs are really common in the elderly, so the greatest benefit of a stair lift is the reduced risk of injury from falling down stairs. If someone is no longer able to move between the different floors of their home, installing a stair lift is an alternative to placing them in a full-care facility or nursing home.
The weight capacity of a stair lift varies for each stair lift. Average capacity is between 250-300 pounds.
It is better to install a handicapped stair lift.
One will need a pulley to install a stair lift as well as many other tools. A screwdriver, hammer, and perhaps even a stair lift kit would also be helpful in installing a stair lift.
The costs for purchasing a stair lift can vary depending on the brand and make of the stair lift. According to the Silver Cross website the price can range from $2000 to $3800.
If you are looking to purchace a minivator stair lift you should expect to pay anywhere from $700-$3,000. The average price varies on the type of stair lift you select and on the features you desire. Their are websites that sell used or fairly used stair lifts at a lower cost.
An electric stair lift would be installed in a home when an individual living in the home does not have the physical ability to climb the stairs, or is afraid of falling down, while trying to access a higher level of the home.
There are many websites where one can buy a straight stair lift. Among them are Bruno, US Medical Supply, Active Forever, EZ Able, eBay, Stair Lift Exchange, and US Medical Supplies.