Lifts

We work with specialist contractors to service and maintain lifts in communal areas, and stair lifts regularly.

If your stair lift has not been serviced in the last six months, contact us on 0300 123 1222.

If you think your lift may be faulty, please call us immediately. Don't use the lift until we've inspected it.

 

Safety

Stair lifts will include safety features such as seat belts, harnesses or foot sensors. Your stair lift should have several sensors that will immediately stop the lift if something is in its way.

Safety belts or harnesses help keep you safe, providing peace of mind and security.

Lift speeds are slow and steady. Even during a sudden stop, your chair should react smoothly without jolting you.

Some lifts are fitted with remote control access, flip-up rails, and curved designs. A remote control allows you to call the chair from either end of the stairway.

Flip-up rails and seats allow the stair lift mechanism to stay out of the way when not in use. Curved designs ensure the chair rests at ground level, out of the way of the stairway path.

Stair lifts should not be used in the event of a fire and use should only be considered as a last resort.

 

What is the maximum weight a stairlift could carry?

Due to the nature of a stair lift, there is a maximum weight limit that the equipment can operate with. As standard, the average maximum limit for a UK stairlift is 25 stone or 160kg.

It's important that the straight or curved stairlift is used by only one person at a time in order to keep the device safe, as well as adhering to the weight guidelines.

 

Stair lifts are designed for you and should only be used by you.

For more information on how we can provide aids and adaptations in your home, visit: www.muir.org.uk/aids-and-adaptions