About Harmar Dealers and The Support Team
Most Harmar dealers and installers are LiftSquad-certified.
LiftSquad is a team of seasoned, professional installers who take classes to obtain and maintain certification in Harmar products and installations. They take an oath to make safety their number one priority, respect and protect your personal property, and must pass background checks. You can find LiftSquad-trained dealers on the dealer locator at Harmar.com.
Learn more about the LiftSquad Promise here.
Installation Time
Depending on the length and staircase, straight stairlifts can typically be installed by one or two professional installers, as they are much less involved than many custom curved stairlifts. Because each dealer and installation team is different, we suggest you ask about install time during your dealer consultation.
Day of Installation
When your installation team arrives, they will take final measurements to ensure all their numbers are correct and to avoid any excess drilling into your stairs.
Next, the railing is cut and fit together so the rail sits at the appropriate incline for secure travels at a smooth speed.
After the rail brackets are in place, one more round of measurements will be taken to ensure the rail is far enough away from the wall so no marks will be made as you travel up and down the steps. Please note: stairlifts do not require rail supports to be drilled into every step. Only a select number of stairs are needed for securement.
The chassis then slides onto the rails and is turned on. There will be a loud beep, which indicates the unit is healthy and ready for use.
Folding Rail Applications
Should you need a folding rail to avoid any doorway or hall obstructions, this add-on will be installed at this point to the bottom of your rail, then test the automation.
Testing Your Lift
Harmar’s LiftSquad-certified dealers and installers each make a promise to train their customers and their caregivers on the use of their new lift. So, after the installer personally tests the installed unit and ensures it is ready, they will instruct you and your loved ones on proper use to ensure your comfort and confidence in your new lift.
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Stairlift Buyers Guide: Straight Stairlift Installation Process
Depending on the length and staircase, straight stairlifts can typically be installed by one or two professional installers, as they are much less involved than many custom curved stairlifts.
Stairlift Buyers Guide: Curved Stairlift Installation Process
Curved stairlifts can be more involved, compared to straight stairlifts, due to their custom design and potentially intricate rails.
Stairlift Options, Models, and Features: Pinnacle, Summit, and Helix
Stairlifts, or sometime called “chair lifts,” can be designed for use indoors or out with either a curved or straight rail, depending on the need and layout of the home.
Stairlifts Grants and Funding Opportunities
Government and private grants and other funding opportunities can help such individuals to improve their quality of life. However, searching and applying for funding opportunities can be stressful.
