Whatever your reason for considering a home elevator, whether to upgrade your home with state-of-the-art mod cons, create a multi-generational space or simply to reduce the risk of falls, it is undeniable that a home lift is a game changer.
The decision to install an elevator in the home involves weighing several factors. Here at Stiltz Home Elevators Canada, we look at some key things for you to consider as to whether installing a residential elevator is worth it.
Accessibility
In a multi-level home, home elevators offer a fitting solution to the issue of reduced or limited mobility.
Hugely supportive to anyone with a disability or recovering from an accident, or who even someone who lives with limited mobility due to arthritis or a pulmonary disease, home elevators maximize space and bypass an unnecessary climb.
An in-home elevator makes the whole home accessible for everyone, making it easier for family members to live their life to the full and creates a safe living environment which provides comfort and convenience for guests.
Convenience
Having a residential elevator makes arduous chores simple and easy for all the family by making it easier to move heavy or bulky items, such as vacuum cleaners and laundry baskets, between floors.
This not only reduces the physical strain but often allows senior family members to contribute safety to household chores supporting their sense of independence and well-being.
It also helps when bringing down decorations, such as for Thanksgiving or Halloween decorations, helping to maintain family traditions with ease.
Property Value
Home elevators have seen a huge surge in popularity due to numerous factors – the design and technology have improved, making them more elegant, stylish, and quiet.
At the same time, the cost to install one has come down due to the same innovations and cutting-edge technology used.
Increased costs of care home fees and house moving costs, tips the balance to making a home lift a sound investment which can boost the value and marketability of your home once the time comes to sell.
Space Efficiency
A modern home elevator may be fitted into a very compact area and can help you to make the most use of the space in your home.
Due to the design of Stiltz lifts on freestanding self-supporting rails for example, our home lifts can be fitted in many different locations to help you make the most out of your room layout.
A lift can be fitted and admired in a central hallway or entertaining space, or it is just as straightforward to tuck it away behind a cupboard.
Safety
A home lift makes navigating the stairway risk free and that can be a very worthwhile investment as prevention is always better than a cure.
All Stiltz passenger home elevators include all the safety features you would expect of such a product including a battery back-up, full or half height doors, obstruction sensors, key lock to stop unauthorized use, an optional seat and grab bar.