For individuals that have mobility issues, a wheelchair can be an essential tool in helping them to get around. Unfortunately, their homes may not have been designed with the needs of wheelchair users in mind. In particular, these individuals may need to have a wheelchair lift installed so that they can more freely move around their homes.

Myth: Wheelchair Lifts Are Only For Small Sections Of Stairs

Individuals may be aware of the option of installing a wheelchair lift to make accessing their porch steps easier. However, they may assume that these lifts are only suitable for small sections of stairs such as these. In reality, these lift systems can be tailored to almost any length or design of stairs. This is possible by installing a rail system that can automatically move the wheelchair up and down the stairs. In addition to being a highly effective option, it may be more affordable and easier to complete than adding an elevator to the house.

Myth: A Wheelchair Lift Will Require A Lot Of Maintenance From The Homeowner

An individual may appreciate the functionality that a wheelchair lift will add to their home. Yet, they may assume that these systems will be extremely difficult to keep in working condition. While a wheelchair lift system will require some work, there is little that homeowners will have to do on their own to keep these systems running. Generally, a professional servicing contractor will be able to visit your home once a year to perform the maintenance that this lift system will require so that you will not have to worry about this work yourself. Tracking the date that you had the lift serviced can be important for avoiding the mistake of going too long without having the wheelchair lift serviced.

Myth: Wheelchair Lift Systems Are Unreliable When The Power Fails

A power outage may seem like it will be a serious problem for the wheelchair lift system. However, these systems are designed so that they can continue running for at least a short period of time during a power outage. This is through the use of rechargeable battery systems that can automatically activate when the power fails. If your home is in a rural area that may experience frequent or prolonged power failures, you may want to pay extra to upgrade to high-capacity batteries that will be able to work for much longer before the batteries start to lose their ability to move the lift.

Contact a company like Professional Lift Solutions to learn more.

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