About Stairlift Guru

Stairlift Guru is an independent UK stairlift information website created to help people understand stairlifts before making a long-term mobility decision.

A stairlift can affect safety, independence, and how someone uses their home day-to-day. Our content explains how stairlifts work in real homes, what typically affects suitability and cost, and what to consider before speaking to suppliers.

If you are just getting started, explore our stairlift advice hub.

Our independence and purpose

We are not owned by a stairlift manufacturer or supplier, and we do not sell stairlifts directly.

That independence allows us to explain options and trade-offs clearly, without pushing a specific brand or solution. Our aim is to help you approach UK suppliers better informed, with clearer expectations around pricing, suitability, and long-term ownership.

A good place to begin is our stairlift buying guide.

What our guidance focuses on

Our guides are built around the real questions people face, including:

• Whether a stairlift is the right solution
  See when a stairlift may not be the right option, and alternatives to stairlifts worth considering first.
• Safety basics and common mistakes
  Learn how safe stairlifts are and common stairlift mistakes to avoid.
• Understanding how stairlifts work in practice
  Read how stairlifts work in UK homes.
• Choosing between the main stairlift types
  Compare straight stairlifts and curved stairlifts.
• Narrow stairs and layout challenges (common in UK homes)
  Find out whether stairlifts can be fitted on narrow stairs and how narrow is too narrow for a stairlift.

Stairlift pricing information

Stairlift pricing can vary widely depending on your staircase, property layout, and requirements. We avoid one-size-fits-all averages and instead explain the factors that typically change the final price.

Start with what affects stairlift costs, then explore:

• Straight stairlift costs
• Curved stairlift costs
• Reconditioned stairlift costs
• Stairlift rental costs

Prices shown on Stairlift Guru are indicative guides, not quotes. Final costs always depend on an in-home assessment.

Grants, funding, and rental options

We cover the most common UK funding routes and how they work in practice, including:

• The Disabled Facilities Grant explained
• Who qualifies for stairlift grants
• How to apply for a stairlift grant
• Stairlift grant FAQs
• An overview of stairlift rental options

Suppliers, servicing, and ownership

We focus on helping readers compare suppliers and plan for long-term ownership, not just the initial purchase.

Useful guides include:

• How to choose a stairlift company and how to check a stairlift company
• How to get better stairlift quotes
• Stairlift servicing costs and stairlift servicing FAQs
• How to avoid stairlift servicing scams
• What to do if a stairlift breaks down

Removal, resale, and end-of-life scenarios

Many people also need guidance once a stairlift is no longer required.

We explain:

• How stairlift removal works and what stairlift removal typically costs
• Stairlift removal after a bereavement
• Options for selling a stairlift

How we’re funded

Stairlift Guru is funded through a combination of advertising, affiliate partnerships, and lead referrals with UK stairlift suppliers.

This means we may earn a fee when readers request quotes or contact suppliers through our website. These relationships do not influence our content. We do not accept payment to promote a specific stairlift brand or to recommend one supplier over another.

Our independence allows us to clearly explain options and highlight long-term considerations, even when that information may discourage a purchase.

A note on advice and responsibility

Stairlift Guru provides general information to support understanding and research. We do not offer medical, legal, or financial advice, and our content should not be treated as a substitute for professional assessment.

Stairlift suitability, pricing, and safety depend on individual circumstances, property layout, and user needs. Decisions should always be made after an in-home assessment and, where appropriate, in consultation with qualified professionals.