7 Things You Should Know before Installing Stairlifts

Posted by Kevin Smith
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Jan 19, 2017
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Stairlifts are excellent products that allow seniors and the disabled to move freely over staircases so they don't have to risk their health or safety trying to ascend or descend them. Stairlifts in New Orleans can have a huge impact on the lives of you or your loved one because of how safe and easy-to-use they are. If you are considering having a stairlift installed in your home, these are 7 important things that you need to know beforehand.

1. Only certain types of staircases are suitable for stairlifts. For example, spiral staircases may not be able to support stairlift installation. Stairs that have several large panes of glass rather than a solid wall next to them may make stairlift installation difficult.

2. Stairlifts are designed for seniors to use on a daily basis. Therefore, they are not complex. With one simple demonstration, your loved one can use them without problems.

3. Stairlifts may be covered by certain veteran benefits if your loved one was injured while they were an active member of the US armed forces.

4. You may need to get a permit to install a stairlift in a home. The company that sells you the stairlift will instruct you if you need to have an inspection or get a waiver from the local government.

5. Stairlift companies can also install your product. This ensures that they are installed correctly and operate safely.

6. Installing a stairlift may be an adjustment for your loved one. They may have left the second story of their home unused because they were not able to reach it.

7. Stairlifts are very affordable. You can buy top-of-the-line models or simple, inexpensive ones. You should talk to a company that offers stairlifts in New Orleans about an option that suits your budget and how to arrange a payment plan.
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