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What Is the Cost of a Two Story Wheelchair Lift?

Wheelchair lifts transport people with disabilities, or those who must be in wheelchairs for medical reasons, from one floor to another. Also known as stair lifts, these devices may vary in price depending on their features, but typically cost between $2,500 and $10,000 as of 2010.

  1. Base Price

    • The base price of a wheelchair lift will vary based on the manufacturer. The price also varies depending on if you are looking for a seat that carries the patient up the staircase, or if you are looking for a platform that will carry the person and his wheelchair up the staircase all at once. Base prices will range from $2,500 to $5,000.

    Additional Features

    • Additional features will add costs to the base price of the wheelchair lift. Some of these features, which will range in price from several hundred to several thousand dollars, include safety plates, additional handrails, remote call stations and grab bars.

    Considerations

    • Before deciding on a wheelchair lift, take into consideration the needs of the person who will be using it. These considerations may require additional expense, but some may be needed. For example, the difference in height between the first and second story may require additional lifting height. Other considerations may include lifting capacity and safety mechanisms.

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