Starlifts safety: the essential guide for your home
Let’s face it - stairs can become a serious challenge when mobility is limited. That's where stairlifts come in, offering freedom, independence, and safety.
Not only are stairlift safe, they keep you autonomous by eliminating the stairs as a potential hazard.
Stairlifts were designed for those with reduced mobility to continue to use the stairs independently. Avoiding you having to move house due to such a trivial thing as a staircase.
Are stairlifts safe? Absolutely. They're designed safely at every stage - from engineering to installation - and must meet international standards. Reputable manufacturers also conduct rigorous testing to ensure reliability and peace of mind.
Did you know?
Every Stannah stairlift model undergoes rigorous testing to ensure maximum reliability. Our models cover approximately 357 km under test conditions! A true testament to their durability and our commitment to your safety, step after step.
8 Safety features to look for when buying a stairlift
A quality stairlift will have been designed to include several safety features. Here are the key ones to look for when making your choice:
6 Safety tips when using a stairlift
Your stairlift has one job: enabling you to use your stairs in a safe and comfortable way. Once you sit on the chair there aren’t any special tips to keep you extra safe. A good stairlift just sitting down is enough to get you up and down the stairs. Having said that, there’re a few tips that can help in keeping your stairlift tiptop and you as well.
- Don’t ride your stairlift with more than one person. A stairlift is made for one person at the time. There’s a maximum weight limit.
- Ask all your ‘how to’ questions during the installation. At Stannah the technicians won’t leave until you feel completely at ease with your new best friend. Take advantage of this time and ask anything you want about your stairlift.
- Use the seatbelt for extra safety. The use of a seatbelt can give you a safer feeling. In case that you’ve chosen a specific type of seatbelt (5 point for example) due to your needs, you should of course always use it.
- Don’t leave objects scattered on the stairs. Your stairlift’s safety sensors will pick up the object and stop moving if something is found. However, the object will need to be removed and you’ll have to step of the stairlift or ask for help. Best to avoid that!
- Think about routine maintenance. Just ask us what’s included into the standard warranty. Usually, a yearly routine maintenance check is included, stairlifts don’t require a lot of maintenance. Just an annual check to make sure everything is good to go will keep your stairlift in shape.
- Keep your stairlift on its charging point when not in use. This is just a matter of ‘parking’ your stairlift in its correct spot after using it instead of leaving it on a random spot on the stairs. This way the batteries will always be charged in case you need it during a power outage for example.
Are stairlifts a good idea?
Yes, if you suffer from reduced mobility but want to be able to safely keep using your stairs and live in the home you love and know.
Do you need extra help? We’re here for you. Contact us, and we’ll provide commitment-free information so you can make the best choice for you and your home.
