Can My Home Support a Stair Lift?The last thing you ever want to do is compromise the smooth working order of your home by installing the wrong stair lift. Some customers have shared concerns with us that suggest a stair lift installation might alter their home in such a way as to reduce the potential resale value when they move. Owners of older homes also are concerned that their stairway simply was never constructed to manage the extra load a stair lift requires.
These concerns are really not valid in most cases. A standard stairway will handle more than one person at a time going up or down, and they may be holding extra weight in their arms while traversing the stairs. The additional weight of a typical stair lift will not come close to the maximum load limit of a properly constructed stairway. The track will be mounted to several of the steps using wood screws thereby distributing the weight of the lift throughout the stairs. If the stair lift is ever removed these screws will leave small holes in the step that can easily be filled with wood filler the same color as the step.
The best way to make sure that the stair lift you select will not adversely impact your home or its decor is to allow us to review your space on site. We will complete an accurate free measurement, make sure a stair lift recommendation blends in with the decor in your home, and consult with you on your personal options. If you purchase your stair lift from us we will properly install the stair lift. We will leave our shoes outside to insure there will be no soil or damage to your carpets, and no disruption to your home. If you ever decide to move we will professionally remove the stair lift from your home, and re-install it in your new location if you choose. We will also provide you with fast, local service whenever you need assistance.
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