If getting up and down the stairs is becoming more difficult at home in Marlborough, you are not alone. It is something we speak to people about every day, whether it is for themselves, a parent, or someone they care for.

At 1st Choice Stairlifts, we cover Marlborough and the surrounding area from our head office in Calne, just 12 miles away. We are as local it gets, if you’re looking for a lift company near Marlborough. Our engineers know the area well and we can respond quickly when you need us.

We also have a comprehensive showroom in Calne on the Porte Marsh Industrial Estate, where you can come along and see our range for yourself and try our the equipment. We have straight and curved stairlifts and also homelifts too.

As an independent dealer, we are not tied to any single manufacturer. We recommend from a range of trusted brands to find the right solution for your home, whether your staircase is straight, curved, narrow, or something a bit more unusual.

Give us a call on 01249 814528 for a friendly, no-pressure chat.

Based locally in Calne, we have:

• Independent dealer – we choose from multiple manufacturers, not just one
• New, reconditioned and rental stairlifts available
• Straight and curved stairlifts for any staircase
• Free home survey with a written quote on the spot, no obligation
• Repairs and servicing on most makes and models, including stairlifts we did not install
• Callout charges from £145 during office hours
• Engineers covering Marlborough and the surrounding area
• Over 20 years as an established, trusted company
• A full team of qualified manufacturer-trained engineers, not a one-man operation

Stairlift installation in Marlborough

We supply and install the full range of stairlift types:

• Straight stairlifts for standard staircases, often available within a few days of your survey
• Curved stairlifts with made-to-measure rails for staircases with bends, turns, or landings, typically 2 to 5 weeks from order
• Reconditioned stairlifts for both straight and curved staircases
• Rental stairlifts for flexible short or longer-term needs
• Home lifts where a stairlift is not the right solution

How quickly can you get a stairlift?

• Straight stairlifts can often be installed within a few days of your free home survey, sometimes sooner
• Curved stairlifts are made to measure and typically take 2 to 5 weeks from order to installation
• If things are urgent, let us know when you call and we will always do our best to help

Not sure what you need?

If you are not sure what the right option is, just give us a call. We will explain everything clearly, answer your questions, and help you work out what suits your home best.

You can also arrange a free home survey. One of our surveyors will visit, measure your staircase, and give you a clear written quote on the spot. No pressure and no obligation. Just call us on 01249 814528 to arrange.

Stairlift repairs in Marlborough

If your stairlift has stopped working, we can help. We repair most makes and models across Marlborough and the surrounding area, including Stannah, Acorn, Handicare, Platinum, Access and Otolifts, even if we did not install it.

Our engineers carry the most common parts so many repairs are completed on the first visit. Callout charges start from £145 during office hours. We will always give you a clear cost before carrying out any work.

Stairlift servicing in Marlborough

British Safety Standards recommend an annual service for every stairlift. Our engineers carry out a thorough 25-point check on every visit, covering all safety features, battery condition, and mechanical components. We service most makes and models across Marlborough, including stairlifts we did not originally install.

Stairlift removals

If a stairlift is no longer needed, we can remove it safely and efficiently.

Most removals are completed within around an hour, leaving everything safe and tidy.

Depending on the model and condition, we may be able to buy the stairlift back, or there may be a charge for removal.

Help with Disabled Facilities Grants in Wiltshire

If you are applying for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) through Wiltshire Council or your local authority, we can help.

We regularly work with local authorities as well as private customers across Wiltshire, supporting people through the DFG process.

We can:

• carry out home surveys for grant applications
• provide detailed quotations
• work alongside your local authority and occupational therapist

If you are unsure how it works, just give us a call and we will talk you through it.

What our customers say

All of our Which Trusted Trader reviews are verified as genuine customers, and we also have a wide range of feedback on Google from people we have helped.

“Friendly, helpful and efficient from start to finish. The whole process was smooth and stress free.”

“Quick to respond when we needed a repair. Engineer was polite and got everything sorted on the first visit.”

“Great service, no pressure, and everything explained clearly. Would definitely recommend.”

You can read more of our customer reviews on our testimonials page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stairlifts in Marlborough

How quickly can you fit a stairlift in Marlborough?

Straight stairlifts are usually available from stock and can often be installed within a few days of your free home survey. Curved stairlifts are made to measure and typically take 2 to 5 weeks. If your situation is urgent, let us know when you call.

How much does a stairlift cost?

Straight stairlifts start from around £2,150 new, with reconditioned models available from £1,200. Curved stairlifts start from around £4,500 as the rail is made to measure. Rental is also available with straight stairlift rental from £450 installation plus £50 per month, curved from £2,000 installation plus £100 per month. We give you a written quote on the spot during a free home survey, so there are no hidden costs.

Do you repair stairlifts in Marlborough that you did not install?

Yes. We repair most makes and models regardless of who installed them. Have your stairlift’s make and model to hand when you call and we will confirm whether we cover it. Callout charges start from £145 during office hours.

Can I try a stairlift before I buy?

Yes. We have many stairlift and homelift models on display in our Calne showroom, including straight and curved models. Marlborough is around 15 minutes from our Calne showroom, one of the closest areas to us. A great opportunity to come in and try models before you buy. We’re based on the Porte Marsh Industrial Estate with free parking, level access entry and an accessible bathroom too.

Call us on 01249 814528 to arrange a visit, no obligation.

Do I pay VAT on a stairlift?

If you have a long-term or permanent health condition affecting your mobility, you will normally qualify for VAT exemption on your stairlift. We will confirm your eligibility and handle the paperwork as part of your order.

Are you a local company or a national one?

We are an independent local company with our head office in Calne, Wiltshire, and a second branch in Ferndown, Dorset. Our head office in Calne is just 12 miles from Marlborough, about as local as you can get. When you call us, you are speaking to our own team, not a national call centre.

Ready to find out what is possible in Marlborough?

Give us a call for a friendly, no-pressure chat. We will talk you through your options and arrange a free home survey at a time that suits you. Our surveyor will visit, look at your stairs, and give you a written quote on the spot. No obligation at any stage.

Call us on 01249 814528 and speak to our team now, or fill in the form and we will get back to you. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm.

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Areas We Cover

We are based in Calne and we cover this area and the whole of our home county of Wiltshire including Swindon, Chippenham, Marlborough, Salisbury, Bradford-on-Avon, Corsham, Trowbridge, Devizes, Melksham, Pewsey, Trowbridge, Warminster and the surrounding areas including Royal Wootton Bassett and Wroughton.

We also cover Hampshire, Dorset, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Bath and North Somerset, Somerset and Bristol.  For more details check out our comprehensive areas we cover page.

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