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Frequently asked questions

Everything people ask us. Answered straight.

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Buying a stairlift

How much does a stairlift cost in Ireland?

Our reconditioned straight stairlifts start around €1,300 fully installed. Curved lifts cost more because the rail is shaped to your exact staircase — those are quoted after a free survey. Either way you're typically saving 40–60% against buying new, and grants can reduce the cost further.

Is a reconditioned stairlift as safe as a new one?

Yes. Every lift we sell is stripped, inspected, rebuilt with new batteries and worn parts replaced, then tested on a rail before it goes anywhere near your home. It has the same safety sensors, seatbelt and soft start/stop it left the factory with — and we back it with the same 2-year parts and labour guarantee we'd put on anything.

Straight or curved — which do I need?

If your stairs run in one straight flight, a straight lift does the job and costs the least. Any bend, turn or intermediate landing means a curved lift with a custom rail. Not sure? Send us a photo of the staircase — that's usually all it takes.

Can I rent instead of buying?

Yes — for recoveries and short-term needs our rental service is usually the smarter option: an installation fee plus a low monthly rate, with repairs included.

Grants & paying for it

Are there grants for stairlifts in Ireland?

Yes — the Mobility Aids Grant and the Housing Adaptation Grant, both run by your local authority, can cover up to 90% of the cost for qualifying households. We'll point you at the right scheme and provide any quotes the council needs. Full details here →

Do I pay anything for the survey or quote?

No — quotes over the phone and home surveys are free, with no obligation. The price we quote is the price you pay: supply, installation and guarantee included.

Installation

How long does installation take?

A straight lift is fitted in 2–3 hours, usually within days of the survey. Curved lifts take around two weeks end-to-end because the rail is made for your staircase. Either way there's no structural work and no mess.

Will it damage my stairs or walls?

No. The rail fixes to the stair treads, not the wall — so there's no drilling into plaster, and if the lift is ever removed you're left with a few small filled holes under the carpet, nothing more.

Will other people still be able to use the stairs?

Yes — the seat, arms and footrest all fold flat against the rail, leaving the staircase clear for everyone else in the house.

What happens in a power cut?

Nothing dramatic — stairlifts run on batteries that recharge from the mains, so the lift keeps working through an outage for many trips. You'll never be stranded halfway.

Aftercare

What warranty comes with a reconditioned lift?

A comprehensive 2-year parts and labour guarantee — the same cover you'd expect on a new lift. What's covered →

Do stairlifts need servicing?

Once every 12 months, like a car — it keeps the warranty valid and catches small problems before they strand the lift. Our annual service takes about an hour and comes with a written check sheet.

My stairlift wasn't bought from you — will you still fix it?

Of course. We repair and service all major brands nationwide regardless of where the lift came from, with most faults sorted on the first callout.

Selling & removal

Will you buy my old stairlift?

Very possibly — it's the heart of what we do. Lifts roughly under five years old from the major brands earn the best offers; older ones we collect for parts and recycling. Get an offer →

Can my stairlift move house with me?

Straight lifts often can, if the new stairs are the same side and no longer — about half transfer perfectly. Our transfer service handles removal, transport and refitting in one visit.

Still wondering about something?

There's no such thing as a silly stairlift question. Ask away — 7 days a week.

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