CW - Homelift grants & VAT options
Homelift grants & VAT options
If you are eligible your local council may be able to help towards the cost of installing your homelift and adapting your home
Grants for homelifts
Visit the GOV.UK to find out more information about eligibility and the types of adaptations available to you. Alternatively, contact your local authority. For general advice about homelift costs, view our guide to homelift prices.
The grant is means-tested and awarded when the council considers that necessary changes to your home will improve your living environment and make life easier
Homelifts and VAT
Most people are eligible for zero-rated VAT when purchasing a home lift to aid a disability or chronic illness. There are two types of VAT exemption that provide discounts to chronically ill and disabled people and seniors over 60.
0% VAT – If the person applying suffers from chronic illness or is disabled, then this total exemption from VAT will cover them for domestic and personal use. Chronically sick or disabled means the following:
- A physical or mental impairment, which has a long-term and adverse effect on the ability to fulfill everyday activities. This includes conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, heart conditions etc.
- A condition that is medically certified as a chronic sickness, such as diabetes.
- A person who is terminally ill.
Am I eligible to get a VAT discount on a homelift?
If you would like to check the conditions for VAT relief, you can view notice 701/7 VAT Relief for disabled people on the HM Revenue & Customs website.
Form to apply for 0% VAT on a homelift
The person applying must be sure of their VAT relief eligibility before completing the declaration. The products ordered must be for that person only, or installed in a domestic situation.
Why choose Stannah?
The best quality homelifts
Our range of compact homelifts are manufactured in the UK, under British standards and are compliant with BS5900:2012 including all fire safety guidance.
Our luxury residential elevators comply with the Equality Act, Part M and meet the latest industry standards for manufacture and installation.
Excellent customer service
We are delighted to receive such positive feedback from our customers.
You can check our reviews on Trustpilot.
2 years free warranty for peace of mind
All our products come with a two-year warranty, which includes two free service visits, one each year.
Plus, we offer various maintenance and repair services for any of our homelifts.
Our executive homelift range
While our compact homelifts are perfect for travelling from one floor to another, our executive homelifts are suitable for journeys beyond two floors or those looking for a roomier lift.
