A Message from the 4 Stair Lifts President

Hello! Welcome to 4-stair-lifts.com. I hope you find what you are looking for in our store. My name is Gerry Graham, and as president of 4-stair-lifts.com, I want you to know your complete satisfaction is my number one priority.

Purchasing the right stair lift for you, your loved one or for someone you are trying to help can be a little intimidating. Stair lifts come in many different choices with different performance factors and pricing. As a result, there are many choices available to you. This is both good and bad. It is good because you should be able to find the perfect solution for your specific needs. However, it can be confusing to find the right one for your situation. Sometimes this can lead to a return. Returns are expensive for our customers, for our manufacturers and for 4 Stair Lifts. While you will find the 4-stair-lifts.com return policy one of the best on the internet, the best return policy is one that isn't needed. Most returns come as a result of a stairlift being chosen and shipped without all the necessary facts included in the decision. As a result, we have provided you with two services to help you through your decision process.

First, we have designed our store in a fashion that makes it the easiest for you to shop, compare, price and buy the stairlift or stairllifts that best fit your needs or the needs of someone you are helping. As an example, our "Compare" function allows you to select multiple lifts that may meet your needs and then view and compare all of them side by side. In addition, we have designed our store so you can sort your options by New Stair Lifts, Reconditioned Stair lifts and Used Stair Lifts. We also have Vertical Platform Lifts and Dumbwaiters available.

Second, we have multiple call centers across the country with highly trained staffs that can help you make the right decision at the best price. Please take the opportunity to discuss your situation with one of our qualified representatives. They are available to take your calls toll free at 1 (800) 347-8554. I promise you will be connected with someone who cares that you get the right stair lift for your situation.. He or she may also have special pricing that may not be available online.

Finally, as an overall guide, there are several things you need to consider when choosing the right stair lift.

• Staircase What is the nature of your staircase? Is it straight, curved or angled?
  • Straight Staircase. A straight staircase is the easiest and least expensive situation to solve. You will need to know the number of steps and the nature of the landing at the top of your stairs and at the bottom. You will also need to determine on which side of the staircase you want the stairlift to be installed.
  • Angled Staircase. If your staircase has several steps to a landing and then angles right or left to more steps, your solution is similar to the straight staircase however you will need more than one. Multiple stair lifts can be installed in tandem and provide a good solution to your situation.
  • Curved Staircase. A curved stairlift may be a possibility but requires a custom design and usually is cost prohibitive ($20,000 or more). More than likely you will find a vertical platform lift may fit your needs.
• Size of rider The size of the person who will be using the stairlift will determine whether or not you need to consider a heavy duty stairlift. Heavy duty stairllifts don?t necessarily mean a stairlift will last longer. They simply have a mechanism that has a capacity of greater than 300 pounds. Heavy duty stairllifts take up more width of your staircase.
• Indoor vs. Outdoor models Where do you need the stair lift installed? Outdoor stair lifts feature durable aluminum track, seat widths in excess of 20 inches, and advanced protective coverings to keep moisture and exposure from damaging your lift. A ground fault interrupter (GFI) circuit outlet is required for operation.
• AC vs. DC Models If the stairlift will be installed in an area that experiences extended and/or frequent blackouts, an DC powered stairlift may be the best solution for your needs. Generally speaking, an AC powered stairlift is the better solution.
• Warranty The warranty on new stairllifts is longer than on used or reconditioned units. For example, the warranty on a Reconditioned AmeriGlide Stair Lift (DC) is 1 year on parts and 2 years on the drive train. The warranty on a New AmeriGlide Stair Lift (DC) is 5 years on parts and 10 years on the drive train.
• Cost The price of a stair lift is one thing - cost is quite another thing.
  • Price is what you see the stairlift advertised for on any of the internet sites you visit. At 4-stair-lifts.com, you will always pay the lowest price. I guarantee that. If you find a stair lift on any other internet store for less than what you see it advertised for at our store, I will not only match that price but beat it.
  • Cost, on the other hand, is a different issue. Cost includes shipping, setup/installation, special warranty, handling and cost of a return/replacement. So, cost is the difference between what is advertised online by an internet provider (MAP pricing) and what you actually pay for the stair lift. Manufacturers provide all dealers such as 4-stair-lifts.com with MAP pricing. This is the minimum price for which we can advertise a given stair lift. Our call center representatives often have special pricing that may be lower than what appears on our website.