Home Lifts (Through Floor Lifts)
Home Lifts, also known as Through Floor Lift or Residential Elevators, integrate seamlessly into your home, allowing for easy travel between floors. They are ideal for wheelchair and powerchair users or for homes where the staircase isn’t suitable for a stairlift. Designed for easy installation in a wide variety of homes, Home Lifts are available in multiple sizes and can accommodate travel distances of up to 4.2 meters.
- Smooth and quiet travel between floors
- 255Kg weight limit
- Backup battery
- Up to 4.2m travel
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Benefits our Home Lifts
Home lifts (Through floor lifts) offer a unique set of advantages for overcoming vertical barriers within a home, making them a compelling choice for individuals with limited mobility or those seeking to future-proof their living space.
Here’s a closer look at the benefits:
Eliminates stairs:
Unlike stairlifts that navigate around stairs, through floor lifts create a completely barrier-free passage between floors, offering seamless accessibility for wheelchair users, people with mobility limitations, and even those carrying heavy loads.
Promotes independent living:
Regaining the ability to move freely between floors without assistance fosters independence and confidence, allowing individuals to participate fully in daily activities and enjoy a higher quality of life.
Minimizes space footprint:
Compared to stairlifts, through floor lifts often have a smaller footprint, making them ideal for homes with limited space or narrow stairwells.
Accommodates diverse needs:
These lifts can handle wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and even individuals without mobility aids, making them suitable for a wider range of users and adaptable to future needs.
Smooth and stable operation:
Platform lifts provide a safe and comfortable ride, minimizing the risk of falls and ensuring a stress-free journey between floors.
Customization options:
Features like platform size, door styles, and controls can be tailored to individual needs and preferences, enhancing comfort and ease of use.
Durable and reliable:
Constructed with high-quality materials and robust mechanisms, through floor lifts are built to last and require minimal maintenance.
Aesthetic appeal:
Many models come in sleek and modern designs that blend seamlessly with the surrounding environment.
Potential increase in home value:
Installing a through floor lift can make your home more accessible and appealing to a wider range of buyers, potentially increasing its resale value.
Cost:
Through floor lifts are generally more expensive than stairlifts due to their more complex installation and components.
Installation requirements:
Ensure your home structure can accommodate the weight and space requirements of the lift platform and necessary shaft construction.
Once we have completed the free survey, we will know all the dimensions and options that you require and we will provide a quotation that lists any features that you have requested or that you require.
When the lift arrives, typically installing a lift into your home lifts takes 1 – 2 days.
There should be no requirement to re-decorate once your home lift is installed.
We help many customers future-proof their homes. So that they can preserve their independence and continue to live in the home they love.
In conclusion:
Through floor lifts offer a unique and impactful solution for accessibility and independent living within a home.
While the initial cost might be higher compared to some options, the long-term benefits in terms of functionality, versatility, and future-proofing your living space can make them a worthwhile investment.
Carefully consider your individual needs and consult with professionals to determine if a through floor lift is the right solution for your home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a lift installed at home if I use a wheelchair or can't manage stairs?
Yes, a through floor home lift transports you vertically between floors and is ideal for wheelchair and powerchair users, or homes where the staircase isn’t suitable for a stairlift. It creates a completely barrier-free passage between levels without requiring you to transfer out of your wheelchair and is available in multiple platform sizes to suit your home layout.
Should I choose a home lift or a stairlift?
Choose a home lift if you use a wheelchair or powerchair, or if your staircase can’t accommodate a stairlift, as it gives full barrier-free access between floors. A stairlift is the more budget-friendly option for people who can transfer onto a seat. A free assessment helps confirm the best fit.
How much weight can a home lift carry and how far does it travel?
The Super Through Floor Lift has a 255kg weight limit and travels vertically up to 4.2 metres between floors, with smooth, quiet operation. That capacity comfortably carries a wheelchair user and is available in multiple platform sizes.
Will a home lift fit in a small house or flat?
Yes, through floor home lifts are designed with a compact footprint and are available in multiple platform sizes to suit different room layouts. The free home survey confirms exact dimensions and whether your floor structure can accommodate the platform opening before you commit to anything.
Do I need building work or a shaft for a home lift?
A home lift travels through the floor between two or more levels, so your home structure needs to accommodate the platform and a small opening between floors. The free survey checks weight, space and structural requirements first, then provides a quotation listing exactly what’s needed.
How long does home lift installation take?
Once the free survey confirms your needs, dimensions and options, fitting a home lift typically takes 1 to 2 days. In most cases there’s no need to redecorate afterwards, so disruption to your home is kept to a minimum.
Do home lifts work during a power cut?
Yes. Our home lift includes a backup battery, so it continues to operate and complete journeys safely if mains power is interrupted. This keeps you from being stranded between floors during an outage.
How much does a home lift cost in the UK?
Through floor home lifts are a larger investment than stairlifts due to their more complex installation, with prices typically starting from several thousand pounds depending on platform size, travel height and chosen features. VAT relief is available for eligible customers and the free survey produces an itemised quotation so there are no surprises.
Do home lifts qualify for VAT relief and can I pay monthly?
Yes. Home lifts bought for someone with a disability or long-term health condition can qualify for VAT relief, with eligibility confirmed at the survey stage. You can also spread the cost over up to 12 monthly instalments through PayItMonthly, subject to eligibility checks.
What warranty and aftercare comes with a home lift?
Every home lift supplied by Adapt A Home includes a 1-year comprehensive warranty covering parts and labour. Our fully trained engineers are available for servicing, repairs and planned preventative maintenance beyond the warranty period and extended servicing plans are available on request. If any issue arises after installation, the team is on hand across the UK to ensure your lift continues to operate safely and reliably. Contact us on 020 8191 3247 to discuss aftercare options for your home lift.