Renovation
Stairlifts & Home Lifts in Landed Homes in Singapore
In a multi-storey landed home, stairs can become an impassable barrier with age or reduced mobility. Stairlifts and home lifts restore access to the whole house. Here’s what to know.
Key takeaways
- Stairlifts follow the staircase; home lifts serve multiple floors.
- Choice depends on needs, space and budget.
- Home lifts involve structural and electrical work and approvals.
- Both restore access to upper floors.
Stairlift vs home lift
A stairlift is a seat that runs on a rail along the staircase — a relatively straightforward, cost-effective option that keeps the stairs usable for others. A home lift is a small residential elevator serving multiple floors — more premium, taking a footprint but offering full step-free travel including with a wheelchair.
What’s involved
A stairlift is fitted to the existing staircase. A home lift is a bigger project — it needs space, structural provision, electrical supply and the relevant approvals, best planned within a landed renovation and with engineering input.
Choosing
Stairlifts suit those who can transfer to a seat and want a simpler solution; home lifts suit wheelchair users or a desire for long-term, premium accessibility. Both dramatically improve independence in a multi-storey home.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between a stairlift and a home lift? A stairlift is a seat on a rail along the stairs; a home lift is a small elevator serving floors.
Which is cheaper? A stairlift is generally more cost-effective; a home lift is a larger investment.
Does a home lift need approval? Yes — it involves structure and electrical work, needing design and approvals.
Can a wheelchair user use them? A home lift, yes; a stairlift requires transferring to the seat.
Improving multi-storey access?
We plan and install home lifts within landed renovations. See our home renovation service. Book a consultation.
