Heavy Duty Stairlifts: Weight Limits Explained
Every stairlift has a maximum user weight. See how limits work, what makes a heavy duty model different and how to choose the right one for your stairs.
Read the guideChoosing a stairlift
Straight, curved, standing, heavy duty, outdoor and home lifts compared.
Start with the complete guide: stairlift services
New or Reconditioned Stairlift: Which Is Better Value?
A reconditioned stairlift can save real money on a straight staircase, but not always on a curved one. Here are the honest trade-offs on cost, warranty and lifespan.
Read the guide
Stairlift Features Checklist: What to Look For
Not every stairlift feature is worth paying for. Here is a practical checklist, and which options matter for which user, from swivel seats to folding rails.
Read the guideStairlift or Home Lift: Which Is Right for Your House?
A stairlift costs a fraction of a through-floor home lift, but wheelchair users often need the lift. Compare cost, space, building work and future needs.
Read the guideStairlifts for Chalet Bungalows, Bungalows with Loft Rooms and Dormer Homes
Chalet bungalows often have steep, narrow loft stairs with little head height. Here is what can be fitted, what to watch for, and how the price changes.
Read the guideStairlifts for Narrow Stairs: What Actually Fits?
Narrow stairs rule out very few homes. Here are the width guidelines, the options that save space, and why a survey matters more on tight staircases.
Read the guideStairlifts in Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas
A stairlift inside an ordinary home rarely needs planning permission, but listed homes are different. Here is what to check in Colchester before you book.
Read the guide
Standing and Perching Stairlifts Explained
A perching stairlift lets you travel half standing. Find out who benefits, who should steer clear, how much space you need and what it costs.
Read the guide
Straight or Curved Stairlift: Which Do I Need?
Landings, turns and half landings decide whether you need a straight or curved stairlift. Here is how to check your own stairs, and what each costs.
Read the guideReady for a free, no obligation quote?
Book a free home survey and we will measure your stairs, explain your options and give you a clear written price.
Book your free survey Request a call back