Stair lifts can mean the difference between being able to age in place or having to relocate when one starts to experience diminished mobility. When there is a temporary need like visiting family, or post-op recovery renting a stair lift can be the perfect solution!
Purchasing: Stair lifts range in price based on the style of your staircase (whether it is curved or straight) the length of your staircase, and whether optional pieces are necessary such as a folding rail. The price range is broad, but can start around $3, 800 and up to $25,000 depending on the specifics of the project. The rails and seats may come in a variety of colors, and you will want to spend time determining what palette will match the aesthetics of your home. Curved stair lifts require custom manufacturing that can take up to a month so planning ahead is crucial! Additionally, there may be a variety of models available that differ in max. weight capacity and features.
Renting: Rental stair lifts have an introductory price for the first month, and then a set price for subsequent months. At Mobility Plus Alpharetta, our rental stair lifts start at $898 for the first month, and $199 for each additional month. The state of Georgia requires that all stair lifts (regardless of whether they are rented or purchased) are permitted. This is mandated by the Georgia Dept. Of Fire Safety, and all installers, must hold a 3-R elevator license to legally install stair lifts. We charge $375 for the permit fee. Renting a stair lift can allow someone to try a stair lift for a few months to determine if it is the best solution for them. It can also provide a safe mode of transit between floors for family members who might be visiting for a period of months. It is also a great addition to a rental home (they leave almost no trace when removed!). Rental stair lifts will be more limited in color choices and available models, but can often be installed more quickly, and with a much lower initial cost than purchased lifts. Please note that only straight stair lifts may be rented. Curved stair lifts are custom welded and must be purchased.
Service and Repair: Your local dealer should provide service and repair of both purchased and rented stair lifts. At Mobility Plus Alpharetta, we service everything that we sell and even offer the option of purchasing a rented stair lift after it has been rented for several months!
We are a proud authorized dealer of Harmar stair lifts. Please call us at 470-545-1827 to schedule your initial phone stair lift evaluation today!
