With increasing age or due to illness, many people find that climbing stairs in their own home becomes more and more challenging. In this case, the purchase of a stairlift is often the solution. But what does a stairlift cost? In this article, we will look at what a stairlift is and what alternatives for stairlifts exist and at what price.
Many people know from their own experience how difficult it can be to climb stairs in their own home - with or without help. There are often several reasons for this. The current options to compensate for this consist of one of the following three alternatives:
There are many studies that deal with this topic and make it clear that most of us want to stay in our own home for as long as possible. Many have spent a large part of their lives there and are therefore strongly attached to their own home.
Stairlift
Moving into a facility
Conversion of the house
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Possible reasons for problems climbing stairs can be neurological diseases such as stroke, Parkinson's, MS or CP. Many people also suffer from muscle weakness - such as Andreawho suffers from neuropathy and therefore does not feel safe on the stairs without additional support.
Stairs are often a major problem for people with lung diseases such as COPD, as the lungs are very strained when climbing stairs. With the help of the TOPRO Step stair climber Oddbjørn (68) can go back down to his basement and continue to use his entire house more easily and safely.
Vertical lifts generally cost between 13,500 and 50,000 euros + installation. These are a good alternative for people who are dependent on a wheelchair and want to move between the floors of their home.
The platform lift is also used as an alternative to the vertical lift and is a simpler and slightly cheaper alternative.
However, both alternatives come with certain requirements that the house and the staircase must meet. The cost of a stairlift can vary greatly. Depending on the stairlift provider and stairlift model, the prices for a stairlift can vary greatly.
You can of course opt for a low-cost stairlift, as various providers offer used models or stairlift financing. However, it is always important to compare stairlifts.
The stairlift costs are generally between 2,500 - 6,500 euros for a straight staircase and between 5,900 - 12,500 euros for a curved staircase. In addition, a building permit is required, as well as periodic inspection and maintenance.
The escape route width must also be maintained and the staircase must still be able to function as part of the escape route. The legally prescribed minimum width of a staircase must be maintained. Furthermore, traffic safety and fire protection must not be impaired.
The stairlift must be made of non-flammable materials and, if necessary, it must be possible to push it into the parked position by hand. In the parked position, the stairlift must not obstruct the flight of stairs and the stair handrail must be usable.
In apartment buildings and rented apartments, the above requirements apply so that the safety of other residents is guaranteed. The construction costs must be borne by the person concerned.
TOPRO Step is a new type of aid that was developed at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim and launched on the market in 2015. Today, there are almost a thousand people who use TOPRO Step every day and thus benefit from its advantages over a conventional stairlift.
TOPRO Step was developed for people who are still able to walk on their own, but for various reasons need more support and safety when climbing stairs.
The TOPRO Step stair assistant is used by people with a wide variety of conditions:
are typical TOPRO Step users and benefit from the additional support and safety that the stair climber offers when going up and down the stairs.
TOPRO Step is not a replacement for stairlifts, but a simpler, cheaper and more active alternative. TOPRO Step is suitable for people who want to maintain or improve their walking ability while remaining safe.
There are also wheelchair users who can use the TOPRO Step to train muscle function and maintain movement - both privately and in therapy.
As with stairlifts, the price of a TOPRO Step depends on various factors. TOPRO Step is module-based and therefore does not have to be completely customized to your staircase. Factors that influence the TOPRO Step price are, for example
The TOPRO Step is a cost-effective alternative to a stairlift for all those who can still climb stairs but need additional support and safety.
Installation can be carried out at short notice as no planning permission is required and delivery and installation times are short. As a rule, the old stair railing is replaced by the TOPRO Step stair assistant for installation - but the old stair railing can also be retained if desired. Thanks to the simple and professional installation by our sales partners and installers, the TOPRO Step is an inexpensive alternative to a stairlift.
The stair assistant consists of the grab rail, which is moved along the handrail by the user, and a handrail that is mounted on the wall along the staircase. The grab rail offers two heights so that the user can comfortably position their hands where it is best and most convenient. The patented brake mechanism ensures that the grab rail locks into place. The elegant and high-quality design of the TOPRO Step means that it blends discreetly into your home and is unobtrusive as it takes up as little space as possible.
When the stair assistant is not in use, the grab rail can be folded towards the wall. This means it stands just 18 cm away from the wall. The handrail and grab rail are made exclusively from high-quality, sustainable materials such as stainless steel and anodized aluminium.
The user is usually located behind the grab rail - this offers two grip heights so that the hands can be positioned comfortably on it. The user pushes the handle an arm's length away from them as they walk up the stairs. This is repeated for each step.
When descending the stairs, the grab rail is lifted slightly to the side and thus released from the lock. Here too, the grab rail is pushed an arm's length away from you, then set down so that the grab rail locks into place - only then can you walk down the stairs.
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To carry out an on-site inspection and receive a quote, make an appointment with us. Once you have accepted the quote, we will carry out the installation, which usually only takes a few hours. .
TOPRO Step is TĂśV-tested and certified and meets all functional and safety requirements.
TOPRO Step is designed so that it can be easily adapted to your staircase. It can be installed on straight stairs, curved stairs and stairs with a landing.
Ask your health insurance company about the possibility of cost coverage or possible subsidies. Please note that these options are country-specific and individual.
TOPRO Step means TOPRO quality. When you buy a TOPRO Step, you receive a guarantee of up to 5 years.
We measure success by satisfied customers, which is our top priority. We already have over 4,000 satisfied users throughout Europe.
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