As you age or develop mobility issues, the stairs in your home can become problematic. But with the housing market in its current state, many homeowners are not looking to move into one-level homes. There are mobility solutions that will allow you to comfortably stay in place as you age or recover from an illness or injury without having to sacrifice access to all levels of your home.
Two major mobility solutions that can give you complete freedom on all levels of your home are stairlifts and elevators. Both can safely transport you between floors without having to climb stairs, risking your safety. But which is more efficient, affordable, and realistic for the average homeowner?
Stairlifts Are Fast To Install
While an elevator can feel more high-tech than a stairlift, there is something to be said about simplicity. A stairlift can be installed quickly, sometimes in just a few hours depending on the lift and staircase. In the event of an injury or unexpected surgery, our team can have your lift installed before you’re even discharged from the hospital. In most cases, we are able to able install your stairlift the next business day!
In comparison, you will most likely need a building permit to install an elevator in your home. Approval of these permits can take weeks or months and there is a lot of “red tape” to cross during the installation process to ensure the elevator is up to code and safe.
Elevators Take Up Space
Look around your home. Now imagine fitting an elevator that could run between the lowest to the highest level. Does it seem like a tight squeeze?
Installing an elevator will most likely require some major construction in your home. Between cutting through floors and ceilings, you will also need ample space for the rider to enter and exit the elevator on each floor safely. Stairlifts like the Savaria K2 Straight Stairlift feature one of the smallest profiles on the market (folded size of only 10.75″) to keep the unit out of the way when not in use.
Stairlifts Are More Cost Effective
With elevators, there is the cost of construction, installation, equipment, and maintenance. Cost varies based on the model and how many flights the elevator will need to travel, but expect a price range from $30,000 – $60,000.
Stairlift price will also vary based on the model, whether it’s a straight or curved staircase, and the number of landings, but you will save on the cost of construction or home renovation. Expect to spend between $2,000 -$10,000 for a stairlift. In some cases, Right Now Mobility also offers stairlift rentals for short-term solutions, and we might be able to buy your stairlift back!
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Right Now Mobility offers the highest quality stairlifts, ramps, walk-in tubs, and other mobility solutions to help you age gracefully in the comfort of your home. Our dedicated and passionate staff will help you find the right solutions for your unique needs. We make it as easy as possible to outfit your home with the resources you need to feel safe and more secure.
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