Straight stair lifts · Michigan
Stay in the home you love, and use all of it. A straight stair lift is the fastest, least disruptive and most affordable way to make a staircase safe again.
✓ Starting at $3,500 fully installed, with financing available
✓ Installed in days, not weeks
✓ Rail attaches to the stair treads, not your walls
✓ Free home assessment by an aging-in-place specialist
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Stand at the bottom of your stairs and answer three questions. If you can say yes to all three, a straight stair lift is very likely the right fit.
1 Do your stairs run in one straight line from bottom to top?
No turns, no curve, and no landing where the stairs change direction. A straight run is what lets us use a standard rail that's cut to length, which is why the price is lower and the install is quick.
Have a flat landing in the middle? You may still qualify with two straight lifts.
2 Are all the steps the same rectangular shape?
Pie-shaped or triangular steps (called winders) mean the staircase turns, even if it looks nearly straight. Those need a custom curved rail.
3 Can the rider sit down and stand up safely at the top and bottom?
The rider needs to be able to sit upright, and to get on and off the seat with or without a helper. The seat swivels at the top so you step off onto the floor, not onto the stairs.
Call (586) 997-0750 or send the form and we'll confirm it with a free home assessment.
Not sure, or answered no to one? Send us two photos of your staircase. We'll tell you honestly what will work, including when a straight lift isn't the right answer.
Why straight
Straight rails are stocked in standard lengths and cut to fit your stairs. Installation usually takes under four hours.
The rail is fastened to the stair treads. Nothing is cut into the wall, and the stairs can be restored if the lift is removed.
No custom fabrication means a much lower price than a curved lift. Starting at $3,500 fully installed.
The seat, arms and footrest fold up, leaving room for everyone else to walk the stairs.
A stair lift isn't a renovation. There's no construction dust and no crew in the house for a week. You sit, fasten the belt, press the control and ride. Your bedroom stays your bedroom.
✓ Simple control on the armrest
✓ Swivel seat for a safe step-off at the top
✓ Seat belt and obstruction sensors
✓ Battery charges as it sits on the rail, so it keeps working in a power outage
Falls on stairs are one of the biggest worries for anyone caring for an aging parent. We make the fix simple: one company to call, a firm price before work starts, and a lift that's in and working in days.
✓ One point of contact from first call to final walkthrough
✓ Written price up front, with nothing added later
✓ Coordinated with hospital or rehab discharge dates
✓ A whole-home safety look while we're there
How we work
Senior Home Solutions has helped Michigan families stay safely at home for over 20 years. For stair lifts, our accessibility consultants assess the home and recommend the right lift for the rider and the staircase, and our team is on site for the installation. You get one accountable team looking after you from the first call to the final walkthrough.
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We look at the stairs, the rider's needs and the rest of the home.
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The Bruno Elan or the Harmar Pinnacle Signature, matched to the rider, the staircase and your budget.
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Our team is on site from start to finish, tests the lift and gives you a full demonstration before leaving.
What we install
We install two proven straight stair lifts. Both carry riders up to 300 lbs and both fold out of the way when you're not using them.
Best value
A battery-powered lift made in Wisconsin, with features usually found on more expensive models.
✓ Made in the USA
✓ Carries up to 300 lbs
✓ Slim rail sits within 5 inches of the wall
✓ Arms, seat and footrest fold up, leaving about 12 inches from the wall
✓ Offset swivel seat for a safe step-off at the top
✓ Dual braking system and a covered track
Premium comfort
Harmar's premium straight lift, with an upgraded seat and a choice of colors. It hugs the staircase for a low-profile look.
✓ Carries up to 300 lbs
✓ Just 11 inches deep when folded
✓ Height-adjustable seat
✓ Swivel seat at the top landing
✓ Installs on the left or right side of the stairs
✓ No grease or lubricants, so it's easy to keep clean
Transparent pricing
We believe you should know the price before you invite anyone into your home.
New straight stair lift, fully installed: starting at $3,500
Most straight lifts: $3,500 to $6,500 fully installed, depending on the length of the staircase
What's included: home assessment, the lift, rail cut to fit, installation, testing and a demonstration
Warranty: 1 year on labor and 2 years on parts
Financing: payment plans available through Service Finance
Custom curved lifts cost much more and take weeks to build. We quote and install them too, but if a straight lift, or two of them, can do the job, we'll always show you that option first.
Measured on a Sunday. Stair lift installed by the end of the same week, in about two hours, so a father could come home from rehab to a house he could use.
Read the project »Where we install
From Grand Rapids to Metro Detroit, our team can assess your stairs and install a straight stair lift in days, not weeks.
Metro Detroit · Grand Rapids · Lansing · Flint · Ann Arbor · Kalamazoo · Traverse City
Not sure if we cover your town? Call (586) 997-0750 and ask.
How long does straight stair lift installation take?
Usually under four hours, with the Senior Home Solutions team on site. From first call to a working lift is usually a matter of days.
Does the rail attach to the wall?
No. It attaches to the stair treads, so walls and railings are left alone.
Can other people still use the stairs?
Yes. The seat, arms and footrest fold up when the lift isn't in use.
What if the power goes out?
The lift keeps working. Its battery charges while it sits on the rail, and a full charge is typically good for 15 to 20 trips.
How much weight can a stair lift carry?
The straight lifts we install, the Bruno Elan and the Harmar Pinnacle Signature, carry riders up to 300 lbs.
My stairs have a landing. Am I out of luck?
Not at all. See how two straight lifts can replace one custom curved lift.
Is a stair chair lift the same as a chair lift for stairs?
Yes. Stair lift, stair chair lift and chair lift for stairs all describe the same product.
Do you offer stair lift rentals?
Yes. A rental can make sense for a short recovery. Call us for availability and pricing.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We offer financing and payment plans through Service Finance, and we'll work with you to find an option that fits.
Beyond the stairs
A stair lift is often one part of the plan. While we're assessing your stairs, we'll look at the rest of the home too.
Bathroom & stairs
Solid support in the bathroom, the hallway and at the top and bottom of the stairs.
LEARN MORE »Whole home
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