Home Stair Lifts
It’s your home; you should be able to easily access and enjoy every room in it, including the upper level. NSM provides stair lifts that can be fitted to any existing staircase so you can move up and down your stairs with ease. Each of our indoor and outdoor stair lifts is compact, ergonomically designed and made to last.
Just going to need it for a little while? No problem! We offer temporary stair lift rentals as well as installation and repair.
Why Install a Stair Lift in Your Home?
A stair lift is a motorized seat that carries a person safely up and down a staircase. Stair lifts for the home are typically helpful for people who want safer access to another level of their house and are having difficulty using stairs. While stair lifts are often used for seniors, they are helpful for anyone facing mobility issues, even if only for a short time.
At National Seating & Mobility, we partner with Bruno Independent Living Aids to offer you high-quality, durable stair lifts. The technicians who will install your stair lift are members of our team, not third-party contractors, who have been trained to ensure your installation meets our high standards.
Straight Stair Lifts
This is the most commonly-used stair lift in homes today. With both indoor and outdoor options, these stair lifts run a straight line either to the second floor of your home, a basement, or your backyard.
Curved Stair Lifts
If your staircase features an elegant curve, you need a stair lift that can navigate it. These are custom-fitted to your unique indoor or outdoor staircase for a smooth, safe ride.
FAQs about Stair Lifts
1. How does a stair lift work?
A stair lift is a motorized chair that travels along a rail mounted to your staircase, allowing you to move safely between floors without climbing stairs. Operating the lift is as simple as pressing a button in the direction you wish to travel. Battery-powered, the lifts only require being connected to a standard electrical outlet for recharging when not in use.
2. Will a stair lift fit my staircase?
NSM provides stair lifts that can be fitted to any existing staircase. A stair lift company should come to visit your house, measure your stairs, and assess whether a stair lift will fit. A reputable company should also ask about your mobility and how it could change over the next 5 years to make sure your needs will be fully met.
3. Does a stair lift attach to the wall?
A common misconception about stair lifts is that they are attached to the walls. However, when installed, they are attached to the stair treads, not the wall. No structural changes are needed for a stair lift to be installed in your home.
4. How much does a home stair lift cost?
On average, a standard straight stair lift costs between $2,000 and $5,500 (including installation), while custom curved stair lifts generally start at $10,000 and scale depending on the complexity of your staircase.
Because every home is unique, we provide free, no-obligation in-home assessments. During this visit, our technicians measure your stairs and provide an exact, customized quote that includes the equipment, professional installation, and a comprehensive warranty. We also offer several payment and financing options to make paying for your home stair lift as easy as possible.
5. Does Medicare or insurance cover the cost of a stair lift?
Standard Medicare (Part A and Part B) typically does not cover the purchase of a stair lift because they are classified as home modifications rather than Durable Medical Equipment (DME). However, financial assistance may be available through certain Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans, long-term care insurance policies, Medicaid waivers, or local VA grants for veterans. The NSM team can help guide you toward local funding and financing options that may offset the cost.
6. What is the weight capacity of a stair lift?
It depends on the stair lift, but on average they run between 300 and 400 pounds. NSM’s specialists can help match you with a model that meets your specific needs.
7. What happens to my stair lift during a power outage?
A battery-operated system will work for a limited time (approximately 20 cycles), allowing you to access your entry/exit level. Most modern stair lifts are designed to charge continuously when parked, so they’re ready when you need them.
8. How long does it take to professionally install a stair lift?
A standard straight stair lift installation typically takes 2 to 4 hours, while custom curved stair lifts may take 4 to 6 hours. Our factory-trained technicians handle the entire physical setup, verify the operation of all safety features, such as obstruction sensors and backup batteries, and spend time training you and your family on how to comfortably and safely operate the lift before they leave.
Make Your Home More Easily Accessible with a Stair Lift
The first step is scheduling a free in-home evaluation with one of NSM’s certified accessibility specialists. NSM’s certified professionals work with industry-leading accessibility suppliers to choose the best products for each customer’s needs, from evaluation to installation and routine maintenance. Fill out the form below to get started.
Why NSM?
At NSM, we are uniquely positioned to search hundreds of sources for the precise components needed to create mobility and accessibility solutions that are made specifically to meet the needs of each client. But what really sets NSM apart is our approach:
Your safety comes first, no matter what.
Nothing is more important to us than your health and safety. Our Serving Safely commitment means you can feel confident we're going above and beyond to put your safety first, no matter what.
We deliver customized solutions to fit your needs.
By bringing together industry-leading expertise, uniquely engineered systems and breakthrough technologies, we deliver personalized solutions catered to your specific needs.
Our calling goes beyond being a preferred provider of mobility solutions.
We seek to build lifelong relationships full of compassion that honor your journey of independence with ingenuity and excellence that helps you move through life.
Let's Get Moving.
No matter your mobility need, we have innovative products and a reliable team of experts to keep you moving so you can enjoy life to the fullest - wherever it takes you. Send us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
