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One can find an installation guideline of a Summit stair lift on the website of the provider or store of this lift. Take a look at the manufacturers site, too.
These websites - www.livingfreehomestairlifts.com/Stair and www.ameriglide.com/Stair-Lifts - offer a range of stair chair lifts at an affordable cost.
Here's a place where you can buy a stair lift: http://www.usmedicalsupplies.com/Stair-Lifts.htm
You can get information here: http://www.stair-lift-review.com/
The weight capacity of a stair lift varies for each stair lift. Average capacity is between 250-300 pounds.
The company Ameriglide starts their stair chair lift system at $1300. EMS stair chairs begin at $250. Harmar systems begin around $3,000 and Medsource at close to $500.
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.
You can go to the following website to find a lot of reviews on different chair stair lifts to make your residents feel safer http://www.epinions.com/pr-Online_Stores_Services-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.
Only a portion of a wheelchair stair lift is covered under Medicaid. The maximum coverage is generally only about 80% of the total cost. Also be aware that maintenance is NOT covered at all.