AmeriGlide Stair Lifts Review

Stair lifts are a type of lifting aid that helps those with limited mobility use the stairs. AmeriGlide is one well known company that offers a number of stair lifts that are designed for self installation.

AmeriGlide is a mobility company that in addition to stair lifts offers a number of lifting aids, including vertical platform lifts, vehicle wheelchair lifts, and bath lifts. AmeriGlide stair lifts come in a variety of shapes and styles, offering both electric stair lifts (AC) and battery powered stair lifts (DC.) They also offer heavy duty stair lifts, which feature a wider seat and higher weight capacity.

AmeriGlide Stair Lifts use a tracked system, which is installed directly onto the steps of the stair case. The metal track can be installed onto either side of the staircase and is lightweight, yet very strong. A seat is attached to the track and moves slowly up and down the track powered by an electric motor. Most of the stair lifts offered by AmeriGlide use a gear that runs the length of the track. The electric motor engages this gear to climb up and down the track.

One of the reasons that AmeriGlide Stair Lifts are so popular is that they are designed to be installed by the homeowner. A typical handyman should not have a problem installing an AmeriGlide stair lift and this can save big on installation costs. However, even though they are designed for self install, AmeriGlide also offers a network of professional stair lift installers that can quickly and professionally install their stair lifts.

AmeriGlide stair lifts are reasonably priced and well made, usually featuring at least a five year warranty. AmeriGlide also offers factory reconditioned stair lifts, which can offer a slight discount off of their regular price and are covered by a reduced warranty.

It is important to note that AmeriGlide is not a stair lift manufacturer, but instead sells stair lifts that are manufactured by other companies, such as Summit Stair Lifts. While AmeriGlide may not actually manufacture their own stair lifts, there are several models that are only available from AmeriGlide. There are a number of AmeriGlide Stair Lifts, however, that are also available from Summit Stair Lifts or Stannah Stair Lifts.

From a quality and value perspective, AmeriGlide Stair Lifts definitely stand up to review. AmeriGlide only offers well made stair lifts, which is also true of their other mobility related products.