Preparing Your Home for a Stairlift Installation
If you’ve decided to have a stairlift installed, you may be wondering what you need to do before installation day.
The good news is that preparing your home for a stairlift installation is usually very simple. Most straight stairlifts can be installed in just a few hours, while curved stairlifts are carefully manufactured to fit your staircase perfectly before installation.
At Midland Stairlifts, we install new stairlifts, reconditioned stairlifts, and rental stairlifts throughout Nottingham, Derby, Ilkeston, Beeston, Long Eaton, Mansfield, Newark, Chesterfield, Ripley, Heanor, West Bridgford, Arnold, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and across the East Midlands.
Our experienced engineers make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
In this guide, we’ll explain exactly how to prepare your home for your new stairlift.
1. Clear the Staircase
Before your installation, remove any items that may be on the stairs, including:
● Shoes
● Laundry baskets
● Boxes
● Children’s toys
● Decorative items
● Pet beds
A clear staircase allows our engineers to work safely and efficiently and helps ensure your stairlift installation is completed as quickly as possible.
2. Make Space Around the Bottom and Top of the Stairs
Your engineer will need access to both the top and bottom of your staircase.
Moving small pieces of furniture, plant pots or other obstacles beforehand can help speed up the installation.
If your stairlift includes a hinged rail or a powered hinge, we’ll make sure there is enough room for it to operate safely without obstructing doorways or walkways.
3. Ensure a Power Socket Is Available
Most modern stairlifts require a nearby electrical socket to keep the batteries charged.
Don’t worry if you’re unsure whether your socket is suitable. During your free home survey, our surveyor will check everything and advise you if any adjustments are needed.
4. Don’t Worry About Damage to Your Stairs
One of the most common questions we hear is:
“Will a stairlift damage my staircase?”
The answer is no.
Modern stairlifts are securely fixed to the stairs, not the wall, using specially designed brackets. This means there is no need for major building work, and your staircase remains largely unchanged.
If the stairlift is ever removed in the future, only a few small fixing holes are usually left behind.
5. Keep Pets and Young Children Safe
Installation day involves tools and equipment, so it’s a good idea to keep pets and young children away from the working area until the installation has been completed.
Our engineers always work carefully and respectfully in your home, leaving everything clean and tidy before they leave.
6. Choose Somewhere to Park Your Stairlift
During your free survey, we’ll discuss where your stairlift will be parked when it isn’t in use.
Many customers choose to park the chair at the top or bottom of the staircase, while others prefer to park it around a corner or out of sight using a hinged rail or curved track. This helps keep the staircase looking neat while leaving plenty of room for other family members.
7. Prepare Any Questions You May Have
Our engineers will happily explain how everything works before they leave.
Common questions include:
● How do I operate my stairlift?
● What happens during a power cut?
● How often should my stairlift be serviced?
● How long do the batteries last?
● What should I do if my stairlift starts beeping?
● How do I use the remote controls?
We’ll make sure you feel completely confident using your stairlift before we finish the installation.
What Happens on Installation Day?
When our engineer arrives, they will:
● Carefully protect your home where necessary.
● Install the stairlift securely to your staircase.
● Test every safety feature.
● Demonstrate how to use your stairlift.
● Answer any questions you may have.
● Leave your home clean and tidy.
Most straight stairlift installations are completed within a few hours. Curved stairlifts may take a little longer due to their bespoke design, but they’re usually installed within a single day.
Why Choose Midland Stairlifts?
Why Choose Midland Stairlifts?
Choosing the right company is just as important as choosing the right stairlift.
At Midland Stairlifts, we’re proud to be a trusted, family-run business providing high-quality stairlift installation in Nottingham, stairlift repairs, stairlift servicing, reconditioned stairlifts, rental stairlifts, and new stairlifts throughout Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and the East Midlands.
We supply leading brands including Flow X, Handicare, Homeglide by TK Access Solutions, and Acorn/Brooks Stairlifts, helping you find the ideal solution for your home and your mobility needs.
Unlike many companies, we also provide a 24-hour emergency call-out service, giving our customers complete peace of mind should they ever need urgent assistance.
Looking for Stairlift Installation in Nottingham?
If you’re searching for stairlifts Nottingham, stairlift installation Nottingham, new stairlifts Nottingham, reconditioned stairlifts Nottingham, stairlift rental Nottingham, curved stairlifts Nottingham, straight stairlifts Nottingham, stairlift servicing Nottingham, or stairlift repairs Nottingham, our experienced team is here to help.
We also cover Derby, Ilkeston, Long Eaton, Beeston, Mansfield, Newark, Chesterfield, Ripley, Heanor, Hucknall, Arnold, West Bridgford, Leicester, Burton upon Trent, and surrounding areas.
Contact Midland Stairlifts today to arrange your free home survey and no-obligation quotation. We’ll help you choose the right stairlift and ensure your installation is completed safely, professionally, and with the highest level of customer care.
