{"version":"1.0","schema":"https://entitymap.org/spec/v1.0","publisher":{"name":"Stairlift Guru","url":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk"},"generated":"2026-10-08T19:55:00+01:00","verificationStatus":"generator-draft","profile":"core","entities":[{"entityId":"e_001","@type":"Organization","name":"Stairlift Guru","description":"Independent UK stairlift information website produced by a small UK editorial team. It does not sell, install, buy or remove stairlifts; it compares suppliers and prices and passes quote requests to UK suppliers, who pay a fee if a purchase follows.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_001_1","text":"Stairlift Guru is produced by a small UK editorial team. We do not sell, install, buy or remove stairlifts, and we hold no ownership link to any supplier.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/about/","pageTitle":"About Stairlift Guru | Independent UK Stairlift Experts","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_001_2","text":"Stairlift Guru is funded by fees from UK stairlift suppliers. If a reader asks for quotes through our website and then buys from a supplier we introduced them to, that supplier may pay us a fee. We are not paid for the quote request itself, and we carry no advertising.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/about/","pageTitle":"About Stairlift Guru | Independent UK Stairlift Experts","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_001_3","text":"We are committed to editorial independence. Our content is free from undue influence or bias, whether from individuals, organisations or advertisers. We do not accept payment or favours in exchange for publishing or altering our content.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/editorial-policy/","pageTitle":"Editorial Policy | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_002","@type":"ProprietaryTerm","name":"UK Stairlift Price Index","maturityStatus":"established","description":"Stairlift Guru's published index of UK stairlift prices. 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If your staircase has even a small turn, you will need a curved stairlift instead.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/straight-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Straight Stairlifts UK 2026: Prices, Fitting and How to Choose","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"REGULATED_BY","targetName":"BS EN 81-40:2020","targetId":"e_023"}]},{"entityId":"e_005","@type":"PhysicalProduct","name":"Curved stairlift","description":"A stairlift for staircases with bends, corners or landings, using a custom-made rail that follows the exact shape of the stairs. 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The staircase shape, not preference, determines which type is needed.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/curved-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Curved Stairlifts UK 2026: Prices, Fitting and How to Choose","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"REGULATED_BY","targetName":"BS EN 81-40:2020","targetId":"e_023"}]},{"entityId":"e_006","@type":"PhysicalProduct","name":"Reconditioned stairlift","description":"A previously used stairlift professionally stripped, inspected and refurbished with replacement parts where needed. Reconditioned straight models typically cost 20-50% less than new.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_007_1","text":"Quick answer: A reconditioned stairlift is a previously used unit that has been professionally stripped, inspected, and refurbished with replacement parts where needed. Reconditioned straight stairlifts typically cost 20\u201350% less than new models. They should come with a warranty and be installed by a qualified engineer.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/reconditioned-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Reconditioned Stairlifts | Save Money with Second-Hand Stairlifts","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_007_2","text":"According to Stairlift Guru\u2019s review of the UK market, a reconditioned stairlift is one of the most effective ways to cut the cost of a straight stairlift, but the saving only stacks up under the right conditions. The biggest mistakes we see are buying second-hand from a private seller with no warranty, and assuming a reconditioned curved stairlift will be much cheaper than new. Neither is usually true.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/reconditioned-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Reconditioned Stairlifts | Save Money with Second-Hand Stairlifts","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_007","@type":"PhysicalProduct","name":"Outdoor stairlift","description":"A stairlift built for external staircases, with sealed electrics, a protective cover and weather-resistant materials. 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Both are settled at a survey.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/outdoor-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Outdoor Stairlifts UK 2026: Prices, Brands & Buying Guide","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"RELATES_TO","targetName":"Straight stairlift","targetId":"e_004","targetDescription":"The site describes an outdoor stairlift as essentially a weatherproofed straight stairlift."}]},{"entityId":"e_008","@type":"PhysicalProduct","name":"Heavy-duty stairlift","description":"A stairlift designed to support higher weight limits and larger seat dimensions than standard models, using reinforced components.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_009_1","text":"A heavy-duty stairlift is a stairlift designed to support higher weight limits and larger seat dimensions than standard models, using reinforced components for added strength and stability.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/heavy-duty-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Heavy Duty Stairlifts | Increased Weight Limit On Stairlifts","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}]},{"entityId":"e_009","@type":"PhysicalProduct","name":"Perch stairlift","description":"A stairlift with a small semi-standing seat, used in a standing or perching position, for users who cannot bend their knees easily or for very narrow stairs.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_010_1","text":"A perch stairlift has a small semi-standing seat for users who cannot bend their knees easily or who have very narrow stairs where a standard seat will not fit.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairlift-glossary/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Glossary: Stairlift Terms Explained | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"SUITED_FOR","targetName":"Very narrow staircases","targetDescription":"Staircases too narrow for a standard seated stairlift.","confidence":"declared"}]},{"entityId":"e_010","@type":"PhysicalProduct","name":"Through-floor lift","description":"A home lift that carries a person vertically through an opening in the ceiling, standing or seated in a wheelchair. 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Annual servicing is dearer too: one of the guides we read suggests budgeting \u00a3250 to \u00a3450 a year for a service contract.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairlift-vs-home-lift-explained/","pageTitle":"Stairlift vs Through-Floor Lift vs Living Downstairs (UK) | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_011_2","text":"Quick answer: A stairlift is the cheapest way to keep using upstairs, usually \u00a31,500 to \u00a33,500 for straight stairs. A through-floor lift costs far more, roughly \u00a312,000 to \u00a335,000 fitted in UK dealers\u2019 published guides, but suits someone who cannot sit and transfer, or who uses a wheelchair. Living downstairs avoids the stairs. It works when there is room for a bed and a toilet or shower on the ground floor. A Disabled Facilities Grant can help with any of the three.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairlift-vs-home-lift-explained/","pageTitle":"Stairlift vs Through-Floor Lift vs Living Downstairs (UK) | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"RELATES_TO","targetName":"Disabled Facilities Grant","targetId":"e_018","targetDescription":"The site notes a Disabled Facilities Grant can help fund a stairlift, a through-floor lift or ground-floor living."}]},{"entityId":"e_011","@type":"Service","name":"Stairlift rental","description":"Renting a stairlift instead of buying, usually \u00a340 to \u00a380 a month plus a one-off installation fee of \u00a3300 to \u00a3500, mostly offered on straight stairlifts.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_012_1","text":"Quick answer: Yes, you can rent a stairlift in the UK. Rental usually costs \u00a340 to \u00a380 a month, plus a one-off installation fee of \u00a3300 to \u00a3500. It is mostly offered on straight stairlifts, because curved rails are made to measure. Renting suits a short-term need, such as recovery from surgery or a wait for a grant. These figures come from our check of UK rental providers in August 2026.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-rental/","pageTitle":"Renting a Stairlift UK 2026: When It Beats Buying","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_012_2","text":"Stairlift rental is often considered when mobility issues are temporary, such as after surgery or injury. While renting can be practical in some situations, it is not always cheaper or available for every type of staircase.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-rental/","pageTitle":"Renting a Stairlift UK 2026: When It Beats Buying","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"SUITED_FOR","targetName":"Short-term mobility needs","targetDescription":"Temporary needs such as recovery from surgery or waiting for a grant.","confidence":"declared"}]},{"entityId":"e_012","@type":"Service","name":"Stairlift removal","description":"Safely uninstalling a stairlift and removing the rail, chair and motor unit. In the UK it typically takes one to two hours and leaves minimal marks on the stairs.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_013_1","text":"Stairlift removal is the process of safely uninstalling a stairlift from a staircase and removing the rail, chair, and motor unit.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-removal/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Removal UK 2026: Costs, Free Options & Buyback","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_013_2","text":"In the UK, stairlift removal typically takes one to two hours and leaves minimal marks on the stairs.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-removal/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Removal UK 2026: Costs, Free Options & Buyback","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_013","@type":"Service","name":"Stairlift buy-back and resale","description":"Selling a used stairlift through buy-back companies, manufacturer resale schemes, charity donation, scrap recycling or private sale. 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A curved stairlift, by contrast, is custom-built for one specific staircase and cannot be adapted to fit a different layout. This limits the buyer pool dramatically and usually leaves the resale value near zero.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/sell-a-stairlift/used-stairlift-value/","pageTitle":"How Much Is a Used Stairlift Worth? | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_014","@type":"Concept","name":"Stairlift running costs","description":"What a stairlift costs to run: it charges two 12-volt batteries from a normal socket, a full charge costs about 5p, and a household using it ten times a day spends about \u00a311 a year on electricity.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_015_1","text":"A full charge of a stairlift battery costs about 5p. Almost every UK stairlift runs on two 12-volt sealed batteries, 7Ah on most models, which holds 0.168 kWh of electricity. At 26.32p per kWh, the Ofgem price cap rate for 1 October to 31 December 2026, filling that pack from flat costs 4.4p of electricity, or roughly 5p once charging losses are counted.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-prices/running-costs/","pageTitle":"How Much Does a Stairlift Cost to Run? (UK, Oct 2026)","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"statistic"},{"chunkId":"c_015_2","text":"A stairlift does not draw power from the wall while you are riding it. It runs off two 12-volt sealed lead-acid batteries wired in series to make 24 volts, and those batteries top up from a normal socket whenever the chair is parked on a charging point. So the honest way to price the electricity is to work out what it costs to fill the batteries.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-prices/running-costs/","pageTitle":"How Much Does a Stairlift Cost to Run? 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Stairlift Guru has reviewed the warranty and aftercare terms published by leading UK stairlift companies to help you compare what is included, what costs extra, and what to check before signing.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-prices/stairlift-warranty-aftercare/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Warranty and Aftercare Comparison: UK Brands Compared | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"REQUIRES","targetName":"Stairlift servicing","targetId":"e_016"}]},{"entityId":"e_016","@type":"Service","name":"Stairlift servicing","description":"Professional servicing recommended at least once a year, covering motor, batteries, safety sensors, rail and seat belt. Servicing schedules are set by manufacturers and warranty terms, not by law.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_017_1","text":"Quick answer: Stairlift manufacturers recommend a professional service at least once a year. An annual service typically includes checking the motor, batteries, safety sensors, rail, and seat belt. Regular servicing extends the life of the unit and keeps the warranty valid.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-servicing/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Servicing and Maintenance: Complete UK Guide | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_017_2","text":"Servicing schedules are set by manufacturers and warranty terms, not by law. Our reference on UK stairlift regulations and standards sets out what is legally required and what is not.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-prices/stairlift-warranty-aftercare/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Warranty and Aftercare Comparison: UK Brands Compared | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_017","@type":"Concept","name":"Stairlift installation time","description":"How fast a stairlift can be fitted in the UK: a straight lift as soon as next day if in stock (fitting takes two to four hours); a curved lift needs a made-to-measure rail, typically two to six weeks from survey.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_018_1","text":"A straight stairlift can be fitted as soon as the next day if the supplier has one in stock, and within one to three weeks otherwise. The fitting takes about two to four hours. 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Scotland runs a separate Scheme of Assistance, with support set locally by each council.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Grants UK 2026: DFG, Council & Charity Help","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_019_2","text":"Will the council pay for a stairlift? Often yes. The Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), applied for through your local council, is the main route: in England it covers up to \u00a330,000 of adaptation costs including stairlifts, subject to a means test. 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Stairlift Guru flags it as a warning sign and says a reputable company should inform buyers of their cancellation rights.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_022_1","text":"This is important because many stairlift sales happen during a home visit, and it is easy to feel pressured into a quick decision. Any reputable company should inform you of this right, not try to work around it.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Companies 2026: 10 Reviewed, Prices Side by Side","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_022_2","text":"Clear advice, suitable product recommendations, written pricing, strong aftercare and no pressure selling.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Companies 2026: 10 Reviewed, Prices Side by Side","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_022","@type":"Concept","name":"Stair falls in the UK","description":"Falls on stairs and steps kill more than 1,000 people a year in the UK, with people aged 65 and over carrying most of the risk; around 88% of stair-fall deaths happen at home.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_023_1","text":"Falls on stairs and steps kill more than 1,000 people every year in the UK, according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Safer Stairs campaign. Falls overall were responsible for almost half (48%) of all accidental deaths in 2023, and falls from stairs and steps are the most commonly identified cause of fall-related deaths (Centre for Ageing Better, analysis of ONS mortality data).","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairs-falls-statistics-uk/","pageTitle":"UK Stairs Falls Statistics: Deaths, Injuries and NHS Costs | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"statistic"},{"chunkId":"c_023_2","text":"Older people carry most of the risk: more than 850 deaths of people aged 65 and over were recorded in 2023 from falls on or from stairs and steps. Historical ONS analysis (ICD-10 code W10) shows that around 88% of stair-fall deaths happen at home rather than in public places (ONS).","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairs-falls-statistics-uk/","pageTitle":"UK Stairs Falls Statistics: Deaths, Injuries and NHS Costs | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"statistic"}]},{"entityId":"e_023","@type":"Standard","name":"BS EN 81-40:2020","description":"The British Standard governing how a stairlift is designed, built and installed: Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts - stairlifts and inclined lifting platforms for persons with impaired mobility.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_026_1","text":"The standard that governs how a stairlift is designed, built and installed is BS EN 81-40:2020, published by BSI on 30 September 2020. Its full title is Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts. Special lifts for the transport of persons and goods. Stairlifts and inclined lifting platforms intended for persons with impaired mobility.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairlift-regulations-uk/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Regulations and Standards Explained","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_026_2","text":"Its scope covers the construction, manufacture, installation, maintenance and dismantling of electrically operated stairlifts. It applies to equipment intended for use by one person, directly retained and guided by a guide rail or rails, in three forms: chair stairlifts, standing platforms and wheelchair platforms. The 2020 edition replaced BS EN 81-40:2008, and BSI lists it as current and under review.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairlift-regulations-uk/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Regulations and Standards Explained","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_026_3","text":"It carries legal weight through machinery law. EN 81-40:2020 is listed by the European Commission as a harmonised standard under the Machinery Directive, with legal effect from 15 October 2021 (Commission Implementing Decision 2021/1813, Official Journal L 366). Building to it gives a manufacturer a presumption that the machinery meets the essential health and safety requirements.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-advice/stairlift-regulations-uk/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Regulations and Standards Explained","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_024","@type":"Regulation","name":"VAT relief on stairlifts","description":"UK VAT relief for buyers purchasing a stairlift for a disability or chronic condition, making prices approximately 17% lower than the VAT-inclusive figure.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_027_1","text":"All figures include standard installation and VAT where applicable. Prices for VAT-exempt buyers (those purchasing for a disability or chronic condition) will be approximately 17% lower.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-prices/uk-stairlift-price-index/","pageTitle":"UK Stairlift Price Index: Median Prices by Type, Brand and Configuration","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}]},{"entityId":"e_025","@type":"Organization","name":"Stannah","description":"Long-established UK family-run stairlift maker, and as of October 2026 one of the few publishing its own prices: straight from \u00a33,585 and curved from \u00a37,134, each with a two-year warranty and two services included.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_028_1","text":"Our verdict: Stannah is one of the longest-established UK stairlift makers and, as of October 2026, one of the few publishing its own prices: straight from \u00a33,585 and curved from \u00a37,134, each with a two-year warranty and two services included. It is also the only major company that publishes an emergency call-out time.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/stannah-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Stannah Stairlifts Review: Prices, Models and Warranty (2026) | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_028_2","text":"Stannah is a global family-run business with an annual turnover of over \u00a3210 million. 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They have a well-deserved reputation for offering quality devices at competitive pricing.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/acorn-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Acorn Stairlifts Review: Prices, Models and Warranty (2026) | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"OFFERS","targetName":"Stairlift buy-back and resale","targetId":"e_013"}]},{"entityId":"e_027","@type":"Organization","name":"Handicare","description":"Stairlift manufacturer supplying straight, curved, outdoor and specialist models through approved installers in the UK. Part of the Savaria group; UK operations run by Savaria UK Limited.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_030_1","text":"Handicare is a stairlift manufacturer that designs and supplies stairlifts through approved installers and does not always sell directly. In the UK, Handicare stairlifts are commonly offered alongside brands such as Stannah Stairlifts, Acorn, and TK Home Solutions.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/handicare-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Handicare Stairlift Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"},{"chunkId":"c_030_2","text":"Handicare is part of the Savaria group, an international manufacturer of mobility equipment. In the UK, Handicare stairlifts are sold and installed through approved suppliers, not directly by the manufacturer.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/handicare-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Handicare Stairlift Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"PART_OF","targetName":"Savaria","targetId":"e_035"}]},{"entityId":"e_028","@type":"Organization","name":"Brooks Stairlifts","description":"UK stairlift brand created in 1973 by Frederick Brooks, reviewed by Stairlift Guru.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_031_1","text":"Brooks Stairlifts was created in 1973 by Frederick Brooks. Here is an in-depth review of Brooks Stairlifts and what they offer.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/brooks-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Brooks Stairlifts Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}]},{"entityId":"e_029","@type":"Organization","name":"TK Home Solutions","description":"Stairlift supplier formerly Thyssenkrupp Stairlifts, reviewed by Stairlift Guru; known for sleek, modern stairlift design.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_032_1","text":"TK Home Solutions stairlifts are known for their sleek and stylish design, fitting well into any home decor.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/tk-home-solutions/","pageTitle":"TK Home Solutions UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_030","@type":"Organization","name":"Age UK Stairlifts","description":"The stairlift range carrying the Age UK name, with a choice of colours and standard features covering adjustable seats, remote controls and safety sensors.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_033_1","text":"Age UK Stairlifts is the stairlift range carrying the Age UK name. The lifts come in a choice of colours, and the standard features cover adjustable seats, remote controls and safety sensors.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/age-uk-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Age UK Stairlifts Review | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}]},{"entityId":"e_031","@type":"Organization","name":"Companion Stairlifts","description":"UK stairlift brand that sells, fits and services lifts made by Handicare.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_034_1","text":"Companion is a UK stairlift brand that sells, fits and services lifts made by Handicare. Everything below was read on Companion\u2019s own website, Companies House and Trustpilot on 16 September 2026.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/companion-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Companion Stairlifts Review | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"OFFERS","targetName":"Stairlifts made by Handicare","targetDescription":"Companion sells, fits and services lifts manufactured by Handicare (entity e_030)."}]},{"entityId":"e_032","@type":"Organization","name":"Dolphin Stairlifts","description":"A nationwide network of local stairlift businesses whose branches supply and fit several brands, including Stannah, MediTek and Minivator; reconditioned listings start at about \u00a3900 with a two-year parts and labour warranty.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_035_1","text":"Our verdict: Dolphin is a network of local stairlift businesses, and its branches supply and fit several brands, including Stannah, MediTek and Minivator. It publishes no new-lift prices; reconditioned listings start at about \u00a3900 including a two-year parts and labour warranty.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/dolphin-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Dolphin Stairlifts Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_035_2","text":"Dolphin Mobility is a nationwide group of stairlift suppliers with branches throughout the UK. Here is an in-depth review of Dolphin Stairlifts.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/dolphin-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Dolphin Stairlifts Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"OFFERS","targetName":"Reconditioned stairlift","targetId":"e_006"}]},{"entityId":"e_033","@type":"Organization","name":"Halton Stairlifts","description":"UK-based, family-run independent stairlift supplier offering new and reconditioned straight, curved and outdoor stairlifts from multiple manufacturers.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_036_1","text":"Halton Stairlifts is a UK-based, family-run business that has grown into one of the leading independent stairlift suppliers. Known for their flexibility, customer care, and wide range of products, Halton provides both new and reconditioned stairlifts to suit different budgets and home layouts. They supply straight, curved, and outdoor stairlifts, and they\u2019re not tied to a single manufacturer, which allows them to recommend the best fit for each customer.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/halton-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Halton Stairlifts Review: Models, UK Prices and Warranty","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"OFFERS","targetName":"Reconditioned stairlift","targetId":"e_006"},{"predicate":"OFFERS","targetName":"Outdoor stairlift","targetId":"e_007"}]},{"entityId":"e_034","@type":"Organization","name":"MediTek Stairlifts","description":"Former UK straight-stairlift manufacturer established in 1995; the brand is now owned by Otolift and MediTek lifts are sold, serviced and reconditioned through dealers.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_037_1","text":"Our verdict: MediTek no longer trades as an independent UK maker: the brand is owned by Otolift, and MediTek lifts are sold, serviced and reconditioned through dealers. There are no published MediTek prices; reconditioned MediTek lifts appear in dealer listings with installation and a two-year warranty included.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/meditek-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"MediTek Stairlifts Review - Stairlift Guru\u00ae","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}],"relations":[{"predicate":"PART_OF","targetName":"Otolift","targetDescription":"Dutch stairlift maker that now owns the MediTek brand; not separately profiled on the site."}]},{"entityId":"e_035","@type":"Organization","name":"Savaria","description":"Global mobility equipment manufacturer and parent group of Handicare; Handicare stairlifts in the UK are run by Savaria UK Limited (Companies House 04109393).","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_038_1","text":"Handicare stairlifts in the UK are run by Savaria UK Limited, Companies House 04109393, per Handicare\u2019s own company details page.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/handicare-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Handicare Stairlift Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_038_2","text":"Handicare is part of the Savaria group, a global mobility equipment manufacturer. In practice, this means the product design and core components are consistent, while pricing, warranty handling, and aftercare depend heavily on the installer you choose.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-companies/handicare-stairlifts/","pageTitle":"Handicare Stairlift Review UK | Stairlift Guru","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"definition"}]},{"entityId":"e_036","@type":"Place","name":"England","description":"Jurisdiction where the Disabled Facilities Grant covers up to \u00a330,000 per household, means-tested for adults, administered by 296 housing authorities.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_039_1","text":"The maximum Disabled Facilities Grant in England is \u00a330,000, and that figure is the same in every council area. What changes from council to council is the size of the budget sitting behind it, and how long the work takes to reach you. Those two things have never been published side by side. This page merges them into one table covering all 296 housing authorities in England.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/dfg-by-council/","pageTitle":"Disabled Facilities Grant by Council: Funding, Limits and Waiting Times","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_037","@type":"Place","name":"Scotland","description":"Jurisdiction running the Scheme of Assistance under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 instead of the Disabled Facilities Grant, with no fixed upper limit and a minimum grant of 80% of eligible cost.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_040_1","text":"Part 2 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 sets up the scheme of assistance. Section 71(2) includes adapting a house for a disabled person among the purposes, and section 73 makes assistance mandatory for that purpose where the house is or will be the disabled person\u2019s main residence.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/scotland/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Grants in Scotland: 2026 Guide","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_040_2","text":"Citizens Advice Scotland states the minimum level of grant is 80 per cent of the eligible cost, and that a local authority must not apply a fixed upper limit on the cost of adaptation works covered by a grant.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/scotland/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Grants in Scotland: 2026 Guide","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_038","@type":"Place","name":"Wales","description":"Jurisdiction where the Disabled Facilities Grant maximum is \u00a336,000 and the means test has been removed from small and medium adaptations, which include stairlifts.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_041_1","text":"The maximum mandatory Disabled Facilities Grant in Wales is \u00a336,000, stated by GOV.UK and by Age Cymru, against \u00a330,000 in England.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/wales/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Grants in Wales: 2026 Guide","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"},{"chunkId":"c_041_2","text":"Wales uses the Disabled Facilities Grant, with a higher maximum than England at \u00a336,000, and it adds something England does not have: the Welsh Government has directed councils to remove the means test from small and medium adaptations, and stairlifts are classed as a medium adaptation. In practice that means a stairlift recommended by an occupational therapist is funded without the income-and-savings test that England applies, though some councils may still ask for a contribution, so confirm locally.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/wales/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Grants in Wales: 2026 Guide","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]},{"entityId":"e_039","@type":"Place","name":"Northern Ireland","description":"Jurisdiction where stairlift grants run through the Housing Executive: up to \u00a335,000, in some cases increased up to \u00a370,000.","hasChunks":[{"chunkId":"c_042_1","text":"The Housing Executive states you may get up to \u00a335,000, and in some cases the award may be increased up to a maximum of \u00a370,000. Some UK-wide pages, including GOV.UK\u2019s, still show older or different figures for Northern Ireland, so use the Housing Executive\u2019s own numbers.","sourceUrl":"https://stairliftguru.co.uk/stairlift-grants/northern-ireland/","pageTitle":"Stairlift Grants Northern Ireland: 2026 Guide","publisher":"Stairlift Guru","retrieved":"2026-10-08","contentType":"evidence"}]}]}