Stairlift Features Decide What You Want Before You Buy

1. Stairlift Features: Decide What You Want Before You Buy Deciding to have a stairlif installed in a home is usually a carefully thought out plan. It reduces the risk of falls, and can make life easier than ever before for individuals that fnd the task of climbing up and down stairs dauntng. As the number of aging individuals in the United Kingdom contnues to grow, modern products ofer a wide variety of features to make sure

2. that everyone gets exactly what they need, and want. Take the tme to consider these features before deciding exactly what to purchase.

3. Seat Height Many companies that ofer modern products give users the opton to adjust the seat height, which is ideal for individuals that have a shorter stature. Having to climb into a chair ofen creates a fall risk, and can be dangerous for individuals with decreased mobility. Swivel Seats Swivel seats turn, allowing a person to sit down without climbing on to the frst step. Then, they can turn the seat again when the lif reaches the top so that they do not have to climb a step afer getng out. These stairlifs are a great choice for individuals that have an increased fall risk, or for those that have a greater difculty climbing any number of stairs. This is another common feature that is included in the inventory of most companies. Weight Limit Diferent products are designed to accommodate diferent weights. Obese individuals are encouraged to invest in a sturdier product, as are individuals that intend to use their lif for carrying heavier things, such has vacuums or carpet cleaners up and down the stairs. Using a standard lif for this can easily result in the stairlif being broken tme and tme again. Investng in a heavy duty product will typically cost more, but it will save consumers money

4. on costly repairs in the long run. Specifc companies ofen specialise in these types of products. Key Many lifs are now designed with a key and lock mechanism that prevents the lif from being operated unless the key is in place. These are highly recommended for individuals that have pets that may play with the switches (such as dogs and cats) or small children that may want to have fun with the lif. If a lif is purchased that has a key, and then it is deemed as not being necessary, the key can ofen be lef on the lif to make things a bit easier. Individuals are encouraged to ask companies about safety features, such as this one, if small children are in the house. Remote Individuals with a signifcant amount of mobility loss ofen fnd the ability to operate a stairlif with a remote refreshing. This means that they do not have to bend down to push butons or flip switches, and instead of keeping track of a key, which can be easily lost, they only have to keep track of a remote.

5. One fii This feature has several diferent names, but they all mean the same thing. When the user puts down the seat, the arm rest and foot stool will automatcally go down as well. Then, when the seat is lifed back up, they will fold up at the same tme. This prevents individuals from having to fold up the foot rest and arm rests separately, and makes things that much easier. While not all companies ofer this feature, it is becoming a common feature that is in high demand. Harness Many products come with a lap belt, and that is all that is needed for most individuals. Disabled persons may require more than a simply lap belt. For these situatons, it is best if a harness is used to prevent falls or other injuries. Some stairlifs come with harnesses, but others simply ofer this as an additonal opton. Individuals that are in need of a harness should ask companies if a harness will ft onto the lif before purchasing to make sure that the two products are compatble.

6. Lifs can be used by individuals of all ages to simplify life, and to improve the quality of anyone’s life. Caregivers will no longer have to risk injuring a person by carrying them up or down the stairs, carrying heavy loads up the stairs will be easier, and persons that are sufering from an injury will be able to enjoy the upstairs of the house again. Keeping these features in mind will automatcally prevent buyer’s remorse.

7. Associated Stairlifs currently ofers services and products throughout the entre country of England. Stairlifs are available both for purchase and for rent from popular companies like Acorn and Brooks. Due to the wide range of companies used, a variety of features are available to help every customer fnd a stairlif that will meet their needs. In additon to ofering stairlifs for purchase, installaton and repair services are also available, and all team members are experienced and knowledgeable, allowing them to quickly assess and fx problems. Customers are able to request a call back or an informatonal brochure through their websites. Ofen, next day service is available.