Buying a stairlift for the home can be a welcome addition, providing independence and freedom of movement for an elderly family member, family with disability or if you have had an accident and need help getting around for a few weeks while you heal.

When it comes to choosing a stairlift, there are so many factors that need to be taken into consideration. It can be such a daunting experience when you're faced with different models, manufacturers and straight or curved designs. Knowing what to buy and what to look for can leave you feeling like a fish out of water. This is why it's so important you find a reputable and reliable supplier with years of experience that can come out and provide you with information, advice and recommendations, ensuring you make the best choice to meet your house design, stairs and personal needs.

The first thing the company will identify is the shape of your stairs; this can help them provide you with the choices available based on whether you need reconditioned stairlifts for straight or curved stairs. It is quite easy to identify, straight stairs are dead straight, there isn't even the slightest bend in the stair or rail, while curved may have a bend to the staircase or a bend in the railing, which means the lift needs to work its way around the curves and bends to get you or your family member to the top safe and sound.

In addition to reconditioned stairlifts, you will find you can also choose brand new or rental options. Reconditioned is usually cheaper than buying out of the box. While they are second hand, they are serviced and inspected by the company to ensure they are in excellent working condition before being offered for sale.

In addition to this, reconditioned stairlifts usually come with a long warranty, the same you would receive if you purchased brand new. The benefit to this is that if anything goes wrong and the lift stops working, a team can come out and repair it completely free of charge.

Choose a company that has years of knowledge and experience in the stairlift industry. They should be able to provide you with a wealth of information, helping you make the best decision to suit your specific needs. The company should not force you into a decision, but rather provide you with everything you need to identify if a reconditioned stairlift is the best financial and practical choice for you and your family.

Price is always a big deciding factor when you decide to buy any products. Reconditioned is definitely a cheaper alternative to buying brand new, though you get the same benefits, except the lift has been used by someone else in the past. The product will be in good condition, it will be serviced and the company will provide some form of warranty to put your mind at ease.

The company you choose should also provide an installation service. Due to the fact that they are so knowledgeable, they should send out a team with the lift to install it into your home with minimal effort, showing you how it works and testing it thoroughly to ensure you can start using it the minute they leave.

In addition to this, always identify any other services the company provides. You want a company you can call when something goes wrong with the lift in the future, when it's time to give it a service or if you choose to move and need the lift to go into a new property.