Buying The Right Stairlifts Beverly Hills

By Kate McMahon


For older or infirm people stairs can often be difficult to access. This can be difficult if people want to live independently but cannot walk up the stairs and are unable to move to a property with only one floor. The solution to this is to find the right stairlifts Beverly Hills that will allow you or someone you know to enjoy staying in your home without worrying about any potential accidents.

A good reason for this is to reduce the risk of injury. You do not necessarily need to be unable to walk. As people get older they can find it harder to move up the stairs. Even the most careful people can have an accident and it is worth reducing this risk as much as possible.

In simple terms a stairlift is a metal track fitted along the stairs. The lift is powered by a motor and a person sits down on a chair that moves alongside the track. This means they do not need to walk up or down the stairs and can avoid tripping or slipping. It may seem overly cautious but it is worth remembering that older people take longer to recover from injuries so it is advisable to reduce risk wherever possible.

How long the stairlift takes to install depends on the type you need and the staircase you have. This in terms of both the physical size and whether or not there are any angles or curves. If you have a long staircase then this will cost more than a smaller one as you will need a larger track and it will take longer to install.

This takes roughly around a week to two weeks to fit. The installation process then takes around an hour to two hours. However if you feel that the process needs to be done sooner you can inform the supplier that it is urgent and ask for them to fit it as soon as possible.

A common concern is what happens in the event of the motor breaking down, a broken track or other maintenance issues. This concern is reasonable, especially in the case of older people and vulnerable people with mobility issues. This is why it is important to make sure that the stairlift comes with a warranty.

Typically a warranty ought to be at least 12 months and cover emergency call outs. This means that if someone does get stuck halfway up the stairs someone can come in and fix the problem to ensure that they are not stuck for too long. It is vital to make sure that the warranty specifically covers this. A genuine supplier ought to be happy to offer reassurance to their customers and answer any queries you may have.

Remember when choosing stairlifts Beverly Hills to look for suppliers that are approved and have the appropriate certification. As well as being willing to prove this they should also be willing to provide an estimate that you can compare with other companies. Look online to see what services are in your local area to see what is best for your needs and the needs of anyone that you are caring for.




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