We often come across the problem of a radiator at the bottom of the stairs, or even the top, when installing a stairlift. This isn’t necessarily a problem, depending on the width of the staircase. In some cases, the radiator will need to be removed. But often, we can fit a stairlift and keep the…
Is your Stannah stairlift not working? In this post we will cover a few of the most common problems you’ll find when a stairlift stops working. Although these faults mentioned here are specifically for the Stannah 600 model, you’ll find commonalities with different makes and models. Stannah Stairlift Not Working – Most Common Problem: Power…
Not everyone has the same requirements for a stairlift, so which stairlift is best for you? Stair lifts, also known as chair lifts or stair gliders, are mechanical devices designed to help individuals with mobility issues navigate stairs comfortably and safely. These devices consist of a chair or a platform that moves along a rail…
A perch stair lift is a specialist stairlift for people who have trouble bending their knees. They can also be useful for very narrow staircases where the back to knee measurement is a problem. The back to knee measurement can be the defining factor when it comes to awkward installations. We also specialise in stairlifts…
If your Thyssenkrupp stair lift is not working, there are a few things which you can check before calling out an engineer. In this guide we will cover the main problems which crop up for the Thyssenkrupp Flow X, Flow 2a or older model. If a ThyssenKrupp stairlift (including older Flow, Levant, HomeGlide, or Access…
Some homes require a heavy duty stairlift on narrow stairs. You’ll need a heavy duty stairlift if you’re over the weight capacity of a particular model of stairlift. That capacity varies from between 19 and 25 stone, depending on the model of stairlift. For a very narrow staircase, we often recommend the Flow X stairlift,…
In some instances we can install reconditioned stairlifts for narrow stairs. Often, a standard stairlift will work for a narrow staircase, depending on the staircase complexity. For example, our preferred make of stairlift for reconditioning is Stannah. Having removed and refurbished thousands of stairlifts over the last 20 years, we’ve found that some models last…
If you’re looking to purchase a reconditioned stairlift it’s not uncommon to wonder how long a reconditioned stairlift will last. At UK Stairlifts, we professionally refurbish premium stairlifts only from trusted manufacturers such as Stannah and Access BDD. This allows you to save up to 40% without compromising on safety or reliability. Every stairlift is…
If you’re looking to buy a stairlift in the UK, there’s a choice between buying a new stairlift and a reconditioned stairlift. New stairlifts come with a longer warranty, and of course new parts. A brand new stairlift will have a 3 year warranty, as opposed to a 2 year warranty which we offer on…
If you’re looking for a stairlift, you may be wondering about second hand stair lifts cost. Buying a pre-used stairlift is considerably cheaper than buying a brand new one. Still, you want to know your stairlift isn’t going to break down, and that you’re getting a stairlift that works properly too. We choose the best…
