New Straight Stairlifts from Prestige Stairlifts
What is a Straight Stairlift?
A straight stairlift is a specialised mobility solution designed for homes with straight staircases. These stairlifts provide a safe and convenient way for individuals with mobility issues to move between floors and are the most common type of stairlift due to their simplicity and ease of installation. New straight stairlifts are typically more affordable than other types of stairlifts, requiring less work to fit and install, making them an excellent choice for households that benefit from straight stairs.
Benefits of Straight Stairlifts
Straight stairlifts offer several key benefits over curved stairlifts that make them a popular choice for homeowners concerned with increasing difficulty navigating stairs:
- Easy Installation: Straight stairlifts are quick and simple to install, often taking only a couple of hours to complete.
- Cost-Effective: As the most affordable type of stairlift, straight stairlifts provide a budget-friendly solution for those with mobility challenges.
- Safety Features: Equipped with essential safety features such as seat belts, footrest sensors and obstruction sensors.
New Straight Stairlift Cost with Installation
Our straight stairlifts are built to last, with low maintenance and high reliability. They run on maintenance free DC power packs, which are automatically recharged at the end of every trip. This type of power ensures that the stairlifts are safe to use.
How Much Do Straight Stairlifts Cost?
Whilst we offer the best on the market for straight staircases, the main consideration when it comes to determining stair lift cost with installation would be whether you opt for a brand new stairlift or would prefer to choose a reconditioned stairlift.
As a guide, to have a brand new straight stairlift installed, prices from Prestige Stairlifts start at £2,350, (subject to survey) whilst curved stairlifts cost considerably more due to the need for more bespoke track, designed to fit the specific curved stairlift required. The exact cost for a curved stairlift can usually only be determined pending a site survey as there are many factors to consider based on your property.
Stairlift Installation Process
The installation process for a straight stairlift is usually very straightforward and typically completed within a couple of hours by our specialist engineers. Here’s what you can expect:
- Assessing the Staircase: A qualified engineer will evaluate your staircase to determine the best placement for the stairlift.
- Installing the Track: The track is securely installed on the staircase, with no parts needing to be fitted to the wall.
- Mounting the Chair: The comfortable seat is then mounted on the track, and all safety features are installed to give peace of mind to the stairlift user.
- Testing the Stairlift: Finally, the stairlift is thoroughly tested to ensure it operates correctly and safely.
Stairlift Safety Features and Controls
Prestige straight stairlifts come with all the necessary features and a few extra ones, as standard. Thanks to all of the available features, our stair lift is safe, comfortable and easy to use on most straight staircases.
- Easy to use toggle control
- Remote control system – ease for non user
- Low voltage operation – cost effective to run
- Electro mechanical braking with failsafe overspeed governor
- Delivered fast – delivered in days or in some cases on the same day and fitted within a couple of hours.
Guarantees, Warranties and Stairlift Prices
All new Prestige straight stairlifts are guaranteed for a warranty period of 2 years from the stairlift installation date, providing an Annual Service has been completed as per the manufacturers guidance. The guarantee covers you for all mechanical failures through defects in manufacture of the straight stairlift. We can also provide an extended warranty through our stairlift maintenance contracts and you can compare prices for these on our stairlift service agreements page.
Choosing Prestige Stairlifts not only ensures that you receive quality workmanship from a trusted local trader but our comprehensive warranties and reliable customer support provide total peace of mind, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Straight Stairlift Features
Here are just a few of the features which set us apart from other stairlift manufacturers and ensure we remain true to our guiding principles of quality and care:
- Slimline design with a comfortable ride
- Runs on maintenance-free rechargeable batteries. Works even in a power cut!
- Numerical fault code display, for easy diagnostic and repair guidance
- Weight capacity 19 Stone (120Kg) standard. Heavy duty stairlifts 25 Stone (158kg)
- No unsightly structural work needed – fits directly to your stair treads rather than the wall
- Outdoor stairlift available: For those needing mobility solutions outside, our outdoor stairlift offers durability and weather-proofing to ensure reliable performance in any environment.
1. Folding arms, seat and footrest – The arms, seat and footrest all neatly fold away. With its ultra slimline design there’s plenty of room for other users of your staircase.
2. Wireless Remote Control – The lift can be ‘called’ or ‘sent’ up or down the stairs when ever it’s needed, making it easy for an additional user to control the stairlift.
3. Stairlift Safety Sensors – If anything is blocking the progress of the stairlift, it will come to an immediate halt. There are 4 sensors: 2 on the footrest and 2 on the carriage.
4. Swivel Stairlift Seats – A swivel seat turns and locks in either a 45° or 90° position, helping you get in and out of your stairlift, easily and safely.
5. Paddle Switch Controls – Simple to use controls allow you to easily push the armrest paddle in the direction of travel.
Financial Assistance
There are several financial assistance options available to help cover the cost of a stairlift:
- Disabled Facilities Grant: This government grant, provided by your local council, can help fund the cost of a stairlift for eligible individuals.
- VAT Exemption: Some individuals may qualify for VAT exemption on the purchase of a stairlift, reducing the overall cost. You can find out more on eligibility to claim VAT exemption in our Stairlifts VAT guide.
- Insurance Coverage: Certain health insurance policies may cover the cost of a stairlift if it is deemed medically necessary.
- Rental Options: For those who need a stairlift for a short period, stairlift rental options are available and Prestige Stairlifts can provide support here. Take a look at our stairlift prices page to find out more.
- Second Hand Stairlifts: You can save money by choosing a fully reconditioned used stairlift and more information is available on our reconditioned stairlifts page.
Ready to learn more about stairlifts for straight staircases supplied and fitted by the experts at Prestige Stairlifts? Just get in touch with our friendly team today and we can discuss your options. Our qualified engineers will be able to determine the best stairlift solution for your needs and we don’t employ salespeople so you’ll always be presented with the most appropriate options for your home.
Order a new straight stairlift costing from £2,350.00 (subject to survey):
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