To restore your independence in moving up the stairs in your own home, you have to fit a reliable stairlift. However, there are plenty of issues that pop up in your mind related to installation. For example, how to measure, which type of stair lift to choose, how much time it will take, and what we should do to facilitate its installation. These questions can come up in any person’s mind before fitting a chair stair lift. The process of installing a stair lift is quite simple, and not too many changes would be required for stairlift installation in your home. The installation would just take a few hours; after which, you will be able to move freely and comfortably in your house again. It’s the easiest way for you to regain your independence, safety, and comfort.
In this guide, we will look at every step involved in the installation of a stair lift and make sure you get all the answers you require.
Step 1: Consultation
The very first step in stair lift installation is conducting a consultation. In this phase, a specialist from Stairlift Dubai visits your place and takes the time to understand your particular needs and issues. The goal is to find out if the solution is the right one for your household or not.
Consultation includes questions about your personal difficulties, such as things that complicate using the staircase in your apartment or house. Another important aspect that is discussed during this meeting is your living situation and whether you live by yourself or there are other family members in the house, and how frequently they use the staircase.
Step 2: Measurements
Once a stairlift installation specialist knows about your mobility requirements, the next step will be to measure the stairs. It helps in the fitting and proper operation of the stair lift on your stairs.
These measurements include the width and length of the stairs, their depths, and the total number of stairs present in your staircase.
As the stair lift is attached directly to the staircase instead of the walls, it requires measurements for its mounting process. As such, it does not cause any damage to the interior walls of your house and also avoids any changes to the structure of your house.
Furthermore, the installer will examine both the bottom and top landings and ascertain the available space for entering and exiting the stairlift. During such an evaluation, he will also find out the existence of a power supply source for charging the batteries of the stair lift for home since they are rechargeable.
Step 3: Preparing for the Stair Lift Installation
After you decide on buying a stair lift from a reliable provider like Stairlift.ae, the installation team will begin to prepare for the installation of the stair chair lift for elderly. The preparation work depends on the type of stair lift needed for your home.
Preparation for Straight Stair Lift
A straight stair lift installation is easy and quick. After confirming the model of the stair lift, the installation team will call and schedule a convenient appointment. Since straight stair lifts use normal rails, installation will take less time and can even be done the very next day.
Preparation for Curved Stair Lift
Curved stair lifts require extensive preparation, as the rail needs to be customized according to the structure of the staircase. To customize the rail according to your staircase, the installation team will take further measurements and photos of your staircase using specific devices.
Then they will send measurements to the manufacturer so that they can design and build the rail for your home. The manufacture of the rail can take weeks.
How to Prepare Your Home
You can clear out the objects in the area around the staircase before the day of installation. This will make it easier and safer for the technicians to do their job. It will also facilitate the installation process.
How is stair lift installed?
Once the installation team reaches your home, they will prepare the lift’s components/parts, etc., before commencing the installation process itself. The railing is mounted onto the staircase using clamps for a smoother and safer experience.
The entire time that our professionals are working on your stair lift, you are permitted to stand next to your staircase; however, due to drilling being involved, noise and dust will arise. That’s why we recommend staying in another room during the installation process.
After Stairlift Installation
Post-Installation Clean Up
Once your stair lift is successfully installed, the installation crew will clean up their area of work. Even though there won’t be too much to clean up in terms of dirt or debris from the install, it’s always best to leave everything clean and tidy!
Demonstration of the lift
Once we clean up around the area, we will then spend some time giving you a comprehensive demonstration on how to use the stair lift for home properly and safely. This is important so that you can be sure that you are completely familiar with using the stair chair lift for seniors before we leave your place.
Why choose Stairlift.ae for the installation of a stair lift for home?
By buying or renting a stair lift through Stairlift.ae, you’ll have a local service provider who will help you in case you have any questions about the stair lift or face any problem using the stair lift. You’re guaranteed complete coverage under your stair lift warranty when you buy or rent a stair lift from us. Just like any other mechanical equipment, your stair lift needs some servicing now and then. Whether it is a new, used, or rented stair lift, we offer free maintenance of the chair lift in the UAE.
FAQs
How Much does a Curved Stairlift cost?
The cost of a curved rail stairlift for home falls between AED 30,000 and AED 60,000+. This is because a curved rail is specifically made for each client according to their staircase.
How wide does a staircase have to be for a stairlift?
For a straight stair lift, the width of the staircase should be at least 26-28 inches. In the case of curved stairs or any other complicated turns, the minimum width should be 30-32 inches.
How long does it take to install a stair lift?
The installation takes between two and three hours in the case of a straight lift and between four and six hours in the case of a curved one.
What is the lifespan of a stairlift?
The average life expectancy for a stairlift for the elderly lies between 10 and 15 years. It varies because well-maintained devices can have a life span of up to 20 years, whereas poor maintenance leads to their death after 3 to 5 years.
