Stairlifts can be life changing additions to the home and can hugely improve the quality of life for someone who suffers from mobility problems but wants to stay in the home they know and love.
The downside is that buying stairlifts can be an expensive and time consuming purchase with many factors to consider. Stairlifts vary in a number of aspects and it is important you get one that is suited to you.The big question is, is it possible to get good quality stairlifts without paying a premium price?

The answer is a resounding yes!

There are a number of ways you can save money when it comes to making that all important purchase.
One great way to do this is to consider buying reconditioned or second hand stairlifts .This can either be done directly through the manufacturer or through a supplier.
Reconditioned stairlifts can be purchased for both straight and curved stairs and if bought through a particularly good manufacturer, the price will often include new rails that will be individually fitted to your stairs. By buying a second hand stairlift you don’t have to sacrifice on quality as some stairlifts may have only been previously been used by one person and will be returned to top condition before being sold on.

Additionally, you can purchase second hand stairlifts through sites such as ebay where you can find a huge range of products for highly competitive prices with the possibility Brand Levitra of grabbing a bargain.
However, I would advise executing caution when Tadacip buying from sites such as ebay as although you might make some big savings you may also have to sacrifice on after care. This could include things such as a full warranty and 24 hour call out, which although more costly at the time are sure to add up in the long run as you could end up having to fork out for repair costs.

Another way to reduce the cost of purchasing a stairlift up front, is to consider renting one on a monthly basis. This can be a great way to get new, top quality starlifts with the all the important extras such as a full warranty and 24hour call out but without having to find the money upfront.
Some companies offer a stairlift rental service for both straight stair and curved stairs with no minimum contract period. This allows you to hire the stairlift for as long or as short term that it is required, just pay as you use!
This can be very handy if you have a relative coming to stay who has mobility problems. You can just have the stairlift fitted whilst they are there and then remove it when they leave. Problem solved!

One thing to consider, is that it is harder and more costly to hire a stairlift for curved stairs as these often have to be individually made for safety and practicality reasons.

Another usefully money saving tip is to look in to whether you might be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant from your local council to help towards the cost of adapting your home to enable you to continue to live there. A grant is paid when the council considers that changes are necessary to meet your needs, and that the work is reasonable and practical.

The DirectGov website has lots of useful information about who can apply for a grant, what it can be used for and how much you can get. Alternatively contact your Local Authority.

Safety should always be the driving force and primary consideration when choosing your stairlift ,but hopefully these tips will help to you find stairlifts you can afford.

Author Bio: John McE writes articles on a number of subjects including independent living and mobility issues.

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