Tips For Purchasing A Stair Chair LiftMany older homes in residential areas are two-story or split level houses. That means that there are stairs to get to one or more floors of the house. Did you ever stop to think of how elderly, disabled, or handicapped people can live in these homes? The solution is easy - a stair chair lift. The hard part about this solution is to find the right type of stair chair lift. Prices of the chair can vary for each company and brand. Just be certain not to purchases the cheapest chair you can find because you hope to save money. The stair chair lift that you want for your home should be of the latest technology and come with a good warranty. Some brands that you can trust for stair chair lifts include Liberty, Bruno, and Acorn. These chairs are simply the best because the arms fold up when the person needs to get out of the chair as well as the foot rests. The seat itself folds up so that when other people need to use the stairs the chair will not be a hazard to them. They have seat belts that will hold the person that uses the chair in place. Do not use a chair without a seat belt. A wireless remote should come with the chair so that if you were in an emergency situation you could contact the appropriate rescue team as soon as possible. You will also want to be able to control the chair as you are going up or down the stairs. These brands of chairs also come with safety sensors that will stop the chair is something gets in the way. The stair chair lift that you decide to purchase should be powered by rechargeable DC 24 Volt batteries. The chair should be pulled by a rack and pinion system rather than the older version which uses a cable to pull the chair up a track on a wheel. With a cable system the user will not experience a very smooth ride and the cable can create issues since it is being wound constantly as the chair is moving. The cable will then, like anything else, begin to show wear and tear. You will have to spend extra money every so often to replace the cable. The older version also uses AC electricity. An electrician would have to be hired to install the stair chair lift and that would cost you extra money as well. Keep in mind that sitting on a chair that is connected to electricity can give the risk of electrocution. The chairs that are battery operated are much easier to install and also safer for the person using the chair. You should also make sure that the stair chair lift will be able to lift your weight safely. If you are overweight you might have a harder time finding a chair that will safely carry you up the stairs, but there are chairs that will do the job for you. Your safety is the first thing to keep in mind when purchasing a stair lift chair. And lastly, you should make sure that the chair is comfortable for you to use. Find a brand that has an adjustable seat and footrest. The seat should also be wide enough for you to completely sit on. If you feel comfortable you will feel safe. |