Stairlift FAQs
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ABOUT BM STAIRLIFTS
From our experience, BM Stairlifts suggest that before deciding which company to use, you should establish the following:
- - Are the company reputable?
- - Will they carry out the work themselves using trained engineers employed by them?
- - Who will take responsibility of the stairlift after-care service?
- - Is there a 24 hour call-out service in the event of a breakdown?
BM Stairlifts was established in 2006. Our Director, Brian Cooper, has been in the stairlift industry for more than 25 years.
Our engineers are fully qualified with many years’ experience fitting stairlifts. They are extensively trained by our stairlift manufacturers in each specific stairlift we supply.
BM Stairlifts recently relocated head office and the showroom is currently under construction, however we have our stairlifts on display in several locations including, The Royal Hospital Donnybrook, St Marys Hospital, Phoenix Park, St Colmcilles Hospital, Loughlinstown and The Incorporated Orthopaedic Hospital of Ireland, Clontarf. We are more than happy to arrange an appointment for you to try out our different stairlifts at any of these locations.
STAIRLIFT INSTALLATION & DELIVERY
A straight stairlift can be supplied and fitted within a day or two. If you require a curved stairlift, it will take approximately three weeks from date of order.
Installing a stairlift is a one-day process that generally takes between 3-4 hours. In some cases, we may need to perform additional works such as a step alterations, relocatation of radiators, and/or add extra electrical works (like moving or installing a socket) before our engineers arrive to fit the stairlift.
A stairlift bolted and secured to the steps of the stairs. the side of stairs is determined by which is more suitable and allows most clearing for users.
Yes, if there is a door at the bottom of the stairs, we would install a stairlift with a powered folding hinge rail, which would automatically fold up out of the way, allowing clearance at the bottom. If there is a radiator at the bottom, we would have it relocated.
Stairlifts are installed directly into the steps of your stairs so if you’re planning on changing the carpet on your stairs it would be best to do so prior to installation. This will save you from having to take out and reinstall the lift in the future, saving you money. Additionally, our engineers will remove handrails on the wall side of your stairs during installation, but they do not fill in the holes left by the screws or redecorate in any way – such as painting.
Our stairlifts are the most slimline available on the market and fit all kinds of stairs, even if your stairs are exceptionally narrow, there are always options to get you upstairs!
Yes, our curved stairlifts are made to order and precisely fit your stairs therefore it does not matter how many turns there are on your staircase.
Yes, all our stairlifts are the most slimline lifts available on the market. The stairlifts fold away neatly, providing ample space for other people to continue using the stairs as normal.
STAIRLIFT PRICES
No, all our surveys and quotes are free of charge with no obligation to buy.
The price of a stairlift can vary depending on the type of stairs you have and the features required to suit your individual needs. Our stairlifts start from €1,300.00 + VAT @ 13.5%. The VAT is fully refundable from Revenue.
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No, stairlifts are not expensive to run whatsoever. The electricity cost incurred from a stairlift is minimal and would be the same as charging your mobile phone.
You can pay by any means - cash, cheque, bank draft and all Visa and Mastercard payments.
No, we don’t provide finance, however, there are grants available to help with the cost of a stairlift, for those with an income under €60,000 per year. We at BM Stairlifts can guide you through the entire application process. VAT is also entirely refundable from the Revenue Commissioner and only takes a few weeks for a full refund to get to you.
No matter what your decision is, you are never obligated to go with us. We will keep your quotation on file in case you decide to proceed later, and rest assured that you won't be getting any pushy aftersales calls from us.
RECONDITIONED & SECOND HAND STAIRLIFTS
Yes, we sell reconditioned stairlifts, all our reconditioned stairlifts are less than two years old and come with a full one year parts and labour warranty, giving you peace of mind.
Yes, our reconditioned stairlifts come with a one-year parts and labour warranty and a ten year motor warranty. We also offer you a choice to extend your warranty with our service contract plans.
STAIRLIFT FEATURES & OPTIONS
We will discuss the options available and work with you to ensure you are provided with a stairlift that is most suitable for your needs. Often people will have an Occupational Therapist report, which essentially is a report outlining your needs and we will comply to this.
The weight capacity on a standard stairlift ranges between 19 - 23 stone. Our heavy duty stairlifts have a maximum weight capacity of 30 stone.
All stairlifts are set to a maximum safety speed and fitted with seat belts to ensure your safety always.
Yes, there are a range of colours and upholstery types available depending on which type of lift you choose. The standard colour is a neutral beige colour to suit any home.
USING A STAIRLIFT
Our engineers will provide you with a detailed demonstration when they have installed the stairlift. They will answer any questions you have and provide you with a manual to keep, should you need to refer to it in the future.
Stairlifts are extremely user friendly, you can control the seat using a remote control, like using a remote for the TV.
No, there is a low noise when using the stairlift, however this is minimal.
All stairlifts are battery driven. On average you will get up to 15 journeys if the power goes, presuming your stairlift is fully charged. View our power cut guide for further details.
The batteries in a stairlift last approximately 2 - 4 years, it really depends on usage. If the stairlift is not being used regularly, it is important that you operate the stairlift one or twice a week to ensure that the batteries do not deplete.
If you require the stairlift to travel to you, be it top or bottom, you can simply use the remote control to send the stairlift back up the stairs. All new stairlifts come with two remote controls for you to have one upstairs and downstairs.
It is not advisable to leave your stairlift off charge, if you do this will deplete the batteries and they will need replacement, incurring a call-out charge. If the stairlift is not being used regularly, it is important that you operate the stairlift one or twice a week to ensure that the batteries do not deplete.
WARRANTY, SERVICE & REPAIR
Yes, all new stairlifts come with a two-year parts and labour warranty cover. All reconditioned lifts come with a one-year parts and labour warranty cover. If you decide to rent a lift and something goes wrong you are also fully covered.
All our new stairlifts come with a two-year parts and labour warranty, this would cover any broken parts free of charge. However, regardless of if you still have warranty on your lift or not we can repair and replace any parts you may need. We often call out and repair stairlifts that other companies have previously installed regardless of makes and models.
We offer a nationwide breakdown service to all of our clients. Should your stairlift break down we promise to be with our clients within 24 hours. We off a phone support service 365 days of the year with call-out within 24 hours if required so you always have peace of mind if you buy a stairlift from BM Stairlifts.
We offer one, two and three-year service contracts, covering both parts and labour for straight and curved stairlifts.
Yes, we service and repair many lifts we did not install. We pride ourselves on our aftercare services and this is extended to people who have not bought directly from us.
It is not advisable to leave your stairlift off charge, if you do this will deplete the batteries and they will need replacement, incurring a call-out charge.
Yes, reconditioned stairlifts come with a one-year parts and labour warranty. We also offer you a chance to extend your warranty with our service contract plans.
