So, what are some misconceptions about stairlifts? Stairlifts are incredibly useful tools. They help people with mobility issues become more independent. They’re able to move to any corner of their home without being stuck on the same floor. However, when it comes to get a stairlift, you may find yourself doubting it for one reason or another. To help you decide, here’s a few misconceptions about them.
We’ve discussed common misconceptions surrounding stairlifts before. But because many people still have many questions about stairlifts. So we decided to focus on debunking some more myths.
Misconceptions About Stairlifts – They’re Difficult to Maintain
Contrary to what you may believe, stairlifts are actually easy to maintain. With regular upkeep, these machines will last for a very long time. They don’t require anything special on your part. They’re easy to clean, even the farthest recesses. So you don’t have to worry about dust build-up.
As all machines, stairlifts need to be serviced on a regular basis; in order to ensure that everything is working properly – and to fix any possible issues.
The Walls Are Not Strong Enough
One misconception is that stairlifts are attached to the walls. This is not the case. The stairlift will be installed on your staircase. This means they won’t damage the walls, since they don’t even touch or lean against them. The stairlift is held in place with support brackets, which hold the rail and the chair at the right distance to the floor. This means any banisters you may have will also be untouched. So if you’re worried the wall won’t take the weight of a stairlift, worry no more! The weight of the user and chair lift is taken by your staircase.
Misconceptions About Stairlifts – They Can Start Moving by Themselves
Here’s another myth that prevents many people from getting a stairlift. People often think that they move by themselves. Not true. Your stairlift can’t move unless you control it! So you don’t have to worry about it sliding up or down a flight of stairs. Stairlifts come with many different safety features that lock them in place when not in use. This means they won’t start moving until you wish it so.
You can control your stairlift remotely, however. But it will only move when you are pressing the button down continuously. If you release the control, it stops immediately. These fail-safes are to prevent accidents. There’s plenty of safety features installed in a stairlift to make sure they are super safe.
They Don’t Stop for Unexpected Obstructions
The safety features present in modern stairlifts also ensure they stop moving as soon as there’s an unexpected obstruction. This is because they’re designed specifically to protect the user, as well as any non-users, in the home. And while it’s unlikely that an obstruction may block the path of the stairlift, unexpected obstacles like pets can be a big concern for some clients.
Stairlifts come equipped with ways to automatically stop if necessary, so that the user can safely remove the obstruction and continue using the stairlift.
Choosing a stairlift is a very important decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that there are several misconceptions surrounding them. Here at ALS Stairlifts we strive to answer these questions and ensure that you choose the right stairlift for your needs, so if you’d like to learn more about our stairlifts please don’t hesitate to contact us today on 0800 046 3438.