The 6 best tips for buying a stairlift
Are you looking for a stairlift? Find out the 6 most important things you should know before you buy and get to know the alternative to a stairlift.
With increasing age or for people in need of care, sooner or later the question arises of what happens if you can no longer climb the stairs in your own home independently. Should you wait until the time comes or take the precaution of adapting your living space before it’s too late?
Stairlift: Should you think about buying a stairlift? How much does a stairlift cost? Do you want a new or second-hand stairlift?
Should you rent or buy a stairlift? How much does a stairlift cost? Which stairlift providers are there and what should you look out for?
Stairlift advice from the various providers should always be free and non-binding. In order to obtain the right stairlift offer for the purchase of a stairlift, it is important to compare several offers by having exact prices available. An important point to bear in mind is the annual costs that are often incurred when purchasing a stairlift. A stairlift often requires regular maintenance, which can be carried out once a year by a service technician.
What stairlift prices should you expect? Are you wondering about stairlift prices and what alternatives are available? Read on here and find out more.
| Stairlift | Type of Stairs | Area | Average Comparative Prices (public information for the German market 2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seated Lift | straight | indoor | €4,000 - €8,000 |
| Seated Lift | curved | indoor | €7,500 - €14,000 |
| Seated Lift | straight | outdoor | €4,800 - €8,000 |
| Seated Lift | curved | outdoor | €7,500 - €15,000 |
| Platform Lift | straight | indoor | €7,500 - €14,000 |
| Platform Lift | curved | indoor | €9,800 - €19,000 |
| Platform Lift | straight | outdoor | €8,500 - €15,000 |
| Platform Lift | curved | outdoor | €10,800 - €20,000 |
| Standing Lift | straight | indoor | €2,000 - €5,500 |
| Standing Lift | curved | indoor | €5,400 - €11,500 |
| Standing Lift | straight | outdoor | €3,000 - €6,000 |
| Standing Lift | curved | outdoor | €6,000 - €12,000 |
| Vertical Lift | max. 1.5m | indoor & outdoor | €4,500 - €15,000 |
| Vertical Lift | max. 12m | indoor & outdoor | €13,500 - €50,000 |
Stairlift prices vary greatly and many factors such as the type of stairs, the desired model, location, and the number of floors play a role. Therefore, one usually only receives a rough price from the providers and manufacturers.
In the case of a stairlift, one must not only consider the high initial acquisition costs that you see above, but one must also generally pay an annual service fee to ensure that the stairlift is regularly maintained and to ensure that you receive help in case of an emergency.
The service fee is between 200 – 300 euros per year.
Stairlift prices vary greatly and many factors play a role, such as the type of staircase, the desired model, location and the number of floors. For this reason, providers and manufacturers usually only give you a rough price.
With a stairlift, you should usually expect to pay a one-off purchase price, which you can see above, but you may have to pay an annual service fee to ensure that the stairlift is serviced regularly and that you receive assistance in the event of an emergency.
The service fee is sometimes between 200 – 300 euros per year.
Activity is the body’s own medicine. With the TOPRO Step stair aid, you choose a safe, independent, and active everyday life by maintaining your muscles and mobility.
The TOPRO Step is one of the most commonly used alternatives to straight and curved stairlifts. The system consists of a high-quality stainless steel railing system with a connected solid aluminum handle. For those who do not need the TOPRO Step handle, the railing system also works perfectly as a railing for all other areas in the house.
Some important advantages of the TOPRO Step compared to stairlifts:
The prices for stairlifts are influenced by various factors just like stairlifts.
These include, for example, the layout of the stairs, the conditions on site such as wall material or differences in depth in the wall, the number of curves, the length of the required rail system, and the desired equipment.
Depending on your place of residence and country, you may be entitled to a subsidy from your insurance company or the state. Please check the requirements on your own.
The user is always behind the handrail with both hands on the handrail or with one hand on the handrail and one on the railing. The handrail offers two grip heights so that the hands can be comfortably positioned on it.
The user pushes the handle one arm’s length away from themselves when going up the stairs. This is repeated for each step.
When going down the stairs, the handrail is lifted slightly to the side, releasing it from the lock. Here too, the handrail is pushed away at arm’s length, then set down so that the handrail locks into place – only then can you continue walking.
TOPRO Step is also a reliable solution for people who have difficulty gripping the stair railing on the side of the stairs, as the handle of the TOPRO Step is placed in front of the user.
TOPRO Step is our effort to make people with limited mobility more independent and secure in their everyday lives, and to enable everyone to maintain and promote their walking function at home.
 —TOPRO Industri AS
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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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Would you like a free and personal consultation? Get in touch with our TOPRO Step experts and book a free, no-obligation appointment directly at your home.
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