Keeping yourself and your loved ones safe is a top priority. For many Americans above the age of 65, stairs pose a safety risk. In fact, the CDC reports that falls are the leading cause of injuries for individuals 65 years and older.
If you’re considering installing a stair lift, you may be wondering, “Are stair lifts safe?” In this article, we’ll answer this important question, so you can make a well-informed decision.
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Stair lifts are generally very reliable devices. But even stairway lifts made by the most reliable manufacturers and installed by highly trained technicians sometimes don’t budge when you try to use them. After all, there are many, many electronic and mechanical moving parts on a modern stairway chairlift, most of which are designed for your safety and convenience.
So what do you do if your stair lift won’t move? There are a number of common causes, mainly related to power and safety features, that you can check if your stair lift is stuck. Read on to learn our most common stair lift troubleshooting tips, and find out how to get your lift moving again.
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Because elevators are so commonplace, it’s easy to forget just how complex these machines are. But an elevator is made of many moving parts, including a car for passengers, doors or gates with special safety sensors, and a drive system, to name a few.
All these parts must work in unison to provide a smooth and secure ride. In order to keep the elevator running smoothly, routine elevator maintenance is key. Read on to learn about the different elevator maintenance requirements for home and LULA elevators.
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Now more than ever before, we’re seeing more adults choosing to live at home as they grow in years, or what is known as aging in place, and maintain their lifestyle for as long as possible, rather than moving into a nursing home or assisted care center. In fact, three-quarters of adults 50 years and older would prefer to remain in their homes as they age, according to a survey by AARP. Though many of us won’t be able to live independently forever, home modifications will allow you or your loved ones to continue to live in their home longer by creating a more manageable environment. Whether they’re living in a single-story condo in Dallas, TX or a three-story home in Portland, OR, there are modifications that can be made to every home to help make daily tasks a little easier.
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It’s important to make your building as accessible as possible, both for ADA compliance and the comfort of those visiting your establishment.
If you don’t have the space for a standard elevator, there is another option. A limited use/limited application (LULA) elevator makes a building accessible to individuals in wheelchairs.
Read on to learn about LULA elevator dimensions and how one can fit inside your building.
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