A common thing we see on a daily basis are sun damaged and faded plastic covers on stairlifts. When a stairlift is parked at the bottom of the stairs it is usually in front of a front door where the sun beams through. Unfortunately the plastic covers used aren't UV protected so this results in a yellowing and discoloration of the plastics over time. This doesn't have a negative impact on the cover other than purely cosmetic. However it does make the equipment appear older than it probably is and … [Read more...]
Bristol Stairlift Batteries
Today we received a call from a lady in Bristol with a Brooks stairlift who was stuck upstairs. She needed a stairlift repair in Bristol from one of our experienced Bristol stairlift engineers. From what she described it sounded like another set of Bristol stairlift batteries were needed. We arranged to call round as soon as possible as she sounded quite distressed. When we arrived she leaned out through the bedroom window and told us to let ourselves in. Stairlift Repair Bristol. When we got … [Read more...]
Somerset Stairlift Service
Today we were asked to carry out a Somerset stairlift service. The straight stairlift was originally fitted by another company but the customer was unhappy with their service. We will happily attend to stairlifts installed by others but we just can't guarantee any work carried out before we look at them. Stairlift Repair In Somerset. The stairlift was located in Weston-Super-Mare by a company known to us. Sadly this Bristol stairlift company use contractors rather than their own stairlift … [Read more...]
Leamington Spa Stairlft Repair
Today I went to a Brooks straight stairlift in a lovely old Victorian house to carry out a Leamington Spa stairlift repair. The lady had recently had a new wooden floor fitted and needed the stairlift rail raising off the floor to allow for the different thickness. Once i started to undo the stair brackets i found that a lot had been snapped off when it was originally fitted and just left in place. I replaced all the broken screws and reset the rail correctly. She then asked me to carry out a … [Read more...]
Stairlift Engineer
What Makes A Stairlift Engineer? If you have ever tried to find a stairlift engineer then you will probably already know that it's not as easy as it seems. Many companies employ engineers that are sent out to work on the wide range of stairlifts. Some of these engineers are very good and chances are we will know them, but most of them are not and sadly we also probably know them too. Having been in the industry for more years than I can remember, I have attended training courses offered by most … [Read more...]
Stairlift Service
Stairlift Service & Stairlift Maintenance Stairlift service and stairlift maintenance is an important part of owning a Stairlift. Just like anything mechanical, the oily parts all need checking and lubricating on a regular basis. This is the same for both Straight Stairlifts and Curved Stairlifts, whether they are new, reconditioned or rental. When should a Stairlift have a service? All Stairlift manufacturers recommend that Stairlifts servicing should be carried out at least once a year. … [Read more...]
Stairlift Removal
Stairlift Removal Today we did a Stairlift removal on an Acorn straight Stairlift from an upstairs flat in Coventry, Warwickshire. I was contacted by a family member who informed me that it was no longer needed. He found our website which lists removals as just one of the Stairlift services that we provide. Normally we buy unwanted used stairlifts if they are less than 5 years old. They must be in good working order with a service history. Although the Acorn Stairlift was in very good … [Read more...]
