Stairlifts Leeds-Maintaining Your Mobility -Choosing the right stairlift for youLoss of mobility can come as a shock to many, especially losing the ability to go up & down stairs. This is something that effects a good number of elderly (and sometime young persons) at a certain time in their life. One solution is to move from your property, to a bungalow or apartment with all rooms being on the same floor. However, for many this presents such a potential upheaval, that it is not worthy of consideration. So the alternative is to consider purchasing or renting a stairlift. Stairlifts. Stair lifts offer a simple and safe way of travelling from one floor to another. The investment can be for purchasing be from £1395-£4,500, which is possibly cheaper than the costs of selling/purchasing another property. Another alternative to rent a stair lift. There is however, a wide choice of different types, of which the main two would be either ‘straight stair lift' or ‘curved stairlift'. The straight stairlift is used for stairs that are in effect; straight and therefore doing not require travelling around a ‘bend'. The curved stairlift is designed to travel around bends enabling various types of stairs to be traversed. There are also several manufacturers of stairlifts, which offer different designs and options. Consequently, with a wide selection of styles, designs and manufacturers, it is vital to have some basic knowledge before entering into the selection process of what you may require and from whom you should purchase it. How to choose the right stairlift. If you have access to the internet, you will be able to view several suppliers' websites. Consider whether each company offers a wide choice of products and makes, enabling you to choose the best product for your needs. Confirm that the potential supplier offers a ‘FREE' home visit, with no strings attached and offers a good choice of stairlifts.
Having reviewed several suppliers, and their brochures identifying possible solutions for you. During the Home Visit Let the visiting engineer know of your choice and preferences. |