Chair Lift For Stairs & Prices
In regards to prices for chair lifts for stairs their is a wide range of difference among manufacturers. The prices vary because of several reasons.
Some of those reasons include the type or brand of stair lift you are interested in, as well as the shape and style of stairs you currently have in your home.
Prices
Prices of chair lifts for stairs will also vary based on whether one will receive some sort of financial assistance from the government or other. Also, many choose to go with a used or refurbished model compared to a brand new stair lift. After doing some careful research it is safe to say that spending over $2,500 is common for a simple straight stair lift. However, plan on spending over $10,000 if you have curved stairs and you are having the lift installed by a professional.
This is a big decision which is the reason why you should carefully do your research and compare manufacturer prices. Again from my research it is a complicated purchase decision because most manufacturers are not always willing to give you a price quote over the phone. There are a couple of obvious reasons for this. First, they need to assess your needs to consider what stair lift might be best suited for you. Second, they have to determine the size and shape of your stairway as well as determining whether or not they will do the installation.
If I were to give you some advice on how to handle this situation, it would be the following: Try to get the manufacturer to give you a “ballpark” range based on your situation and needs. If they are unable to provide you this number, then simply move on to the next manufacturer.
Chair Lift For Stairs – How To Lower Your Cost
One of the best ways to try and lower your stair lift cost is to find and buy a used or refurbished one. Some of the best places to look are by asking the manufacturers themselves, classifieds, or auction sites like Ebay.com. If, however, you chose to go this route then negotiating a warranty with your purchase is highly recommended. This way you can get some security of your chair lift for stairs purchase if for some reason something happens to your it.
Renting
Another option you may want to consider is renting a stair lift. This might very well be a great option if your manufacturer will support this option. So, by now you are probably all anxious because these things are quite expensive. However, research has told me that these companies are flexible on how you finance your purchase. Some options may be by refinancing your home or several other loan arrangements.
It is unfortunate, but I have not found many agencies or subsidies that grant funding for such a purchase. That being said, it does not hurt to ask your insurance company if they cover some of the cost of a chair lift for stairs.