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Friday, 6 September 2013

Finding The Right Stairlifts Beverly Hills

By Kate McMahon


For older or infirm people stairs can often be difficult to access. This can be difficult if people want to live independently but cannot walk up the stairs and are unable to move to a property with only one floor. The solution to this is to find the right stairlifts Beverly Hills that will allow you or someone you know to enjoy staying in your home without worrying about any potential accidents.

Broadly speaking most models move along a metal track fitted along the stairs. Typically this will be aluminium because it is a relatively lightweight material. It is operated by a motor that allows the user to sit and move up the stairs without having to walk.

In simple terms a stairlift is a chair attached to a track with a motor powering the person up the stairs. This allows them to move upstairs without having to leave the chair. This reduces the risk of any injury as they can move up the stairs gradually without having to worry about tripping or slipping.

The cost of a stairlift will vary depending on the quality and the kind of staircase you have. For example if you have a larger staircase you will need a larger track alongside it. Given that this will require more material and take longer to install this will inevitably cost more than one for a smaller staircase.

This is also true for people with angled or curved staircases as it requires additional customisation. The reason that this requires more money is because it takes time to fit a track alongside a curve or angle. This takes an additional week to two weeks so it is important to budget for both the extra materials and the extra maintenance involved in fitting it and ensuring that it works properly.

A common concern is what happens in the event of the motor breaking down, a broken track or other maintenance issues. This concern is reasonable, especially in the case of older people and vulnerable people with mobility issues. This is why it is important to make sure that the stairlift comes with a warranty.

Typically a warranty ought to be at least 12 months and cover emergency call outs. This means that if someone does get stuck halfway up the stairs someone can come in and fix the problem to ensure that they are not stuck for too long. It is vital to make sure that the warranty specifically covers this. A genuine supplier ought to be happy to offer reassurance to their customers and answer any queries you may have.

The best way to ensure the best service when choosing stairlifts Beverly Hills is to use approved suppliers. Check to make sure they have the correct certification and are willing to provide an estimate before offering their services. Look online for suppliers in your local area and to get feedback to ensure you get the right one to suit you or anyone who needs their services.




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