Vertical Wheelchair Lifts

People who use mobility scooters and those that use wheelchairs are most often not able to easily use the stairs. The stairs can present a very large obstacle and can make many homes with front porches inaccessible. To help improve accessibility a vertical platform lift can be installed, which is a very cost effective alternative to an elevator.

Vertical platform lifts are very similar to elevators, but they are completely self contained, where an elevator requires a shaft. Vertical platform lifts are often referred to as wheelchair lifts and generally do not require any major home modification. They do need a strong base though, but the base can be made out of wood or concrete, and is much less expensive and less work than it would take to install an elevator.

Vertical Platform Lifts are also used in businesses. If you want to install the lift commercially, then you should check your local building codes. This is because wheelchair lifts frequently fall into the elevator category, so might have to be specially inspected. However, this is not required for home use.

If you only need the lift for a short time or need to have the ability to easily move the lift, then a portable vertical platform lift might be a good option. The portable lifts are great for churches and schools, because within minutes they can be moved or set up.