Stannah stairlift will work for staircases where the minimum width is 29 inches or even 28 inches in width. The length of your stairs will not be an issue for installation, as we can make the rail to be any length needed; however, it will be a factor in the total cost of the stairlift. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call).
The carriage is what houses the “brains and muscles” of the stairlift. The motor gearbox, electronics, most of the safety switches and the batteries are within the carriage. It is basically the hood of your car where the engine is kept. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call).
A stairlift is made up of three key parts: the rail, the carriage, and the seat. The rail is what gets mounted to the staircase first. A rail can be either straight or curved. Stannah stairlifts use a rack and pinion gear system. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call).
If you are considering buying and installing a stairlift in your home, one of the first things to think about is how it’ll fit on your stairs. How is the rail secured? What is the rail length? Can it go around corners? How far does the rail stick out past the bottom stair? What if you have a door at the bottom and need the rail to fold up and out of the way? Should I go for a retractable rail stairlift?
There are several factors to take into account when deciding on a stairlift that meets your needs to purchase and therefore, it can be difficult to know where to start. Luckily, we’ve got you covered!
In this article, we will share with you some of the things you need to know to help you make an informed decision.
A stairlift is made up of three key parts: the rail, the carriage, and the seat. The rail is what gets mounted to the staircase first. A rail can be either straight or curved. Stannah stairlifts use a rack and pinion gear system. The stairlift rail houses the rack, a series of teeth that the pinion (gear) on the stairlift “climbs” up or down the stairs.
Stairlift rails, in general, are mounted to the stairs with feet that are typically attached with a lag (wood or concrete). Nothing is attached to the walls. The walls cannot hold as much weight as the stair treads.
The screws that hold your stairlift in place require only very small holes. So, if you have a historic home, you can still retain the design of your home with the stairlift installed.
The carriage is what houses the “brains and muscles” of the stairlift. The motor gearbox, electronics, most of the safety switches and the batteries are within the carriage. It is basically the hood of your car where the engine is kept.
The pinion attaches to the motor gearbox which climbs the rack on the rail. There is a printed circuit board that acts as the brain of the stairlift. It tells it when to start and stop based on the signals it is reading from the switches and circuits of the chair.
The carriage also displays an LED panel in case any troubleshooting is needed. This allows us to diagnose problems over the phone and help get repairs and services completed faster.
Our stairlifts work during a power outage. Stannah stairlifts function on battery power so if there is a loss of power to the house, the stairlift will keep on working. All of our stairlifts have tracks that contain tough copper strips that are always trickle charging the stairlift battery, so losing power won’t be a problem. Our stairlifts will continue to work on battery an average of up to 25 trips after a brown or blackout.
This is the interesting part. The seat is where you sit but it is more than that on a Stannah stairlift. It is where you are safely taken up the stairs. The seat is a vital part. Comfort, performance, and quality of materials all matter.
We offer several seat options but great to note are the safety features that come standard. Stannah stairlift chairs swivel to face the top of the stairs only, providing a safe way to get on or off and preventing swiveling down the stairs and inadvertently putting you in a dangerous position precariously perched at the top of your stairs.
In addition, there are three ways to switch the power off for safety, two are located on the armrest of your chair. Our stairlifts also all come standard with seatbelts located in the easiest-to-reach place, right under the armrest.
Lastly, the stairlift footrest is button powered, which means you don’t have to bend over to fold or unfold the footrest. This button is also located right on the armrest.
Your house “traffic patterns” at the bottom, on, and at the top of the staircase are an extremely important factor in deciding on what choice of stairlift suits your home. For most people, the two-way powered swivel option for their Stannah is enough. It enables you to swivel the chair to the safest position at both the top and bottom of the stairs, particularly in tight spaces.
If you need to allow the front door, garage door, or closet door to open, then a retractable rail stairlift is highly recommended, especially if the bottom of your stairs is very close or adjacent to a door.
The retractable rail for Stannah stairlifts is available as an add-on. This rail add-on is only available for straight stairlifts. As it is automated, the rail retracts on its hinge, out of the way when the stairlift goes upstairs and extends the track as you and the stairlift travel downstairs.
For curved staircases where traffic is also a concern, there is the curved rail. A Stannah curved stairlift can be designed to curve around corners, including at the end of the rail, around a wall if needed. The same can be done at the top of the stairs.
Another thing to consider when it comes to your home’s traffic patterns is where the stairlift is parked. If your home has tight stairs, whether straight or curved, with a Stannah stairlift you can choose a parking solution that best fits your needs.
Additional stairlift parking options are available with the curved rail design. These options can put the stairlift in a location out of the way of those who regularly walk the stairs, as well as distancing it from the top of the stairs in consideration of safety. With the curved rail, a safe parking solution can be achieved. Even if your stairs are straight, opting for a curved rail can give you this flexibility.
Stannah stairlift will work for staircases where the minimum width is 29 inches or even 28 inches in width. The length of your stairs will not be an issue for installation, as we can make the rail to be any length needed; however, it will be a factor in the total cost of the stairlift.
The shortest stairlift we will manufacture is three steps, anything less than that and we would recommend a ramp, if possible.
When it comes to finding a stairlift that is right for your body, of course, there is no one size that fits all. Every stairlift will have specifications including seat width and weight capacity. Not paying attention to these could lead you to choose a lift that is uncomfortable and unsafe.
Some tips for getting the right fit:
Bear in mind that you want the retractable rail stairlift to fit you for a long time, so consider the possibility of weight gain and other changes down the road.
With all of the excitement of designing your stairlift and choosing additional features, it is easy to lose sight of what an important purchase this is. Stairlifts are meant to be a one-time deal, so warranty and service policies should be important factors to consider when choosing your new stairlift.
Before you complete the purchase, you should double-check that nothing has changed from the initial consultation. Some dealers will offer a different warranty depending on the type of stairlift purchased.
For example, if you have changed your mind and gone with a curved instead of a straight lift, you could find yourself with a shorter warranty period.
Most warranties extend to one or two years, and this may include annual maintenance services, including covering the cost of any required repairs. After the warranty period, it’ll be up to you to pay for service, repairs, or replacements. Some companies offer an extended warranty for an additional fee.
If you are looking for a stairlift that offers a perfect solution for obstructed landings at the bottom of a straight staircase, then you should consider a retractable rail stairlift. At Stannah Mountain West Stairlifts, we are ready and more than happy to help you find a stairlift that suits your needs and budget.
Call us now at (888) 542-3834 or contact us online to schedule a FREE, no-obligation home assessment so that we can provide you with an accurate quote.
Go for a dealer that could provide you with a free accessibility survey, in-house installers, and 24/7 technical assistance. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call). We are trusted, reputable, experienced, and professional Stannah stairlifts dealer in Mountain West.
Choose only a professional licensed dealer for purchasing and installing your stairlift. This is important because it is all about reliability and safety. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call). We are trusted, reputable, experienced, and professional Stannah stairlifts dealer in Mountain West.
As you age, you may have difficulty moving about safely in your home. This may be especially true if you develop a medical condition that limits your mobility. for a person with limited mobility who is struggling with the stairs in their home, a straight or curved stairlift installation can make a huge difference to their life. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call).
Ensure that your staircase can accommodate the stairlift before you purchase. Your dealer can help you with this by sending a technician to your home to do an on-site evaluation before your curved stairlift installation. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call). We are trusted, reputable, experienced, and professional Stannah stairlifts dealer in Mountain West.
These stairlifts are designed for curved stairway constructions such as spherical stairs, or switchback stairs. It needs a longer time to install and their price is relatively high compared to straight stairlifts. Call now for a free no-obligation in-home evaluation with a guaranteed price in writing 888 532-3834 (Click To Call). Stannah Mountain West Stairlifts is a trusted, reputable, experienced, and professional Stannah stairlifts dealer in Mountain West.
As you age, you may have difficulty moving about safely in your home. This may be especially true if you develop a medical condition that limits your mobility. According to a United States Census Bureau report covering data from 2008 to 2012, nearly 40% of individuals age 65 and over suffered from a disability, and roughly two-thirds of those individuals experience difficulty climbing or walking. Therefore, for a person with limited mobility who is struggling with the stairs in their home, a straight or curved stairlift installation can make a huge difference to their life.
If you’re struggling to navigate your stairs, a stairlift can help you remain living independently in your own home, without being limited to just one floor. Having a stairlift can take away the worry of using the stairs and give you the freedom to go safely up and down the stairs without the danger of falling.
Stairlifts come in a variety of designs to meet the requirements of the user and to cater for the structural features of the property. A simple stairlift designed for a straight staircase will not always be appropriate.
In the case where a staircase has turns or curves in it, then it will require the installation of a curved stairlift. If going up and down the stairs in your home is becoming increasingly difficult, which is the case for most senior people and people with limited mobility, perhaps you should consider installing a stairlift.
Stairlifts allow users to move around the house while maintaining their freedom and independence. This makes life much easier for seniors and anyone in need of mobility equipment due to a disability or medical condition.
When it comes to buying stairlifts, you can either buy a brand-new model or reconditioned stairlifts.
If you or your loved ones have mobility issues, then it is time to think seriously about installing a stairlift. Stairs are a major concern in residential as well as commercial buildings.
Wheelchair users, the elderly, and those with various health conditions such as arthritis find it a huge challenge to get up and downstairs. Stairlifts can be installed on both straight and curved stairs.
These stairlifts are designed for curved stairway constructions such as spherical stairs, or switchback stairs. It needs a longer time to install and their price is relatively high compared to straight stairlifts.
The stairlift features can be custom-built. When you want to purchase a curved stairlift, ensure that it has all standard safety features as well as features that provide comfort, convenience, and ease of use.
Keep in mind your requirements, budget, and the following basic factors:
The installation process starts with mounting the leg bases that will keep the rails in place and your stairlift safely secured. The next step is to join the pieces of railing with curved pins. This process builds the shape of your lift.
After the railings are strongly fit together, the carriage is fitted onto the rails through skate rollers. The battery is connected and the chargers are installed at the top and bottom of the stairlift. After this step, the remote controls and seat are installed, and your stairlift is ready for use after programming and testing.
The best way to ensure safe installation is to have your dealer install the stairlift for you professionally.
It is not just what we sell that we take great care over, how we sell, deliver and service is just as important to us – and you. From the moment you contact us, we will do everything we can to make sure your experience at every step of your purchase lives up to the Stannah name.
On your first call with us, we will ask you a few questions about your staircase and yourself to help us understand what your needs are and how we can help you. If you need more information or would like a quote, we will arrange for one of our sales consultants to come and visit you in your home so they can give you advice specific to you and your home.
Once you decide to order a stairlift with us, we will start designing it, while liaising with you to find a suitable date to install it.
Our stairlifts and rails are customized to order and made to the highest quality standards, which means it takes approximately two to three hours for a straight stairlift to be installed and about three to five hours for a curved rail.
Throughout our curved stairlift installation process, we have a range of checks and balances, and finally, we test every stairlift carriage before it leaves our workshop to ensure our stairlifts meet our stringent quality criteria.
Included in your quote:
Stairlift installations will normally take a couple of hours and because stairlifts fix to the steps and not the wall, there is very little mess or disruption to your home. Even so, our expert installation teams carry a vacuum with them, so they can clean up after themselves and leave your home as tidy as they found it.
As part of your curved stairlift installation, you will be shown how to use all of the features of your stairlift. Most importantly, we will stay until you are 100% confident in safely using your stairlift.
With your stairlift installed you will soon discover:
All our new stairlifts and compact homelifts come with two years warranty including two free service visits (one per year) and if you ever want to speak to us, we have 24 hours a day, 7 days a week customer care team to answer your questions.
All it takes to get started is to contact our team of sales consultants either over the phone or online and within minutes we can schedule an assessment for you.
Stannah Mountain West Stairlifts is a trusted, reputable, experienced, and professional Stannah stairlifts dealer in Mountain West. If you need a curved stairlift installation service or any other stairlift installation, contact us now to book your home assessment, and get one step closer to feeling the freedom a stairlift can bring.
You can call us at (888) 542-3834 or contact us here to schedule your FREE, no-obligation assessment so that we can provide you with a free, accurate quote.
