If getting up and down the stairs is becoming more difficult at home in Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon, Nailsea, Portishead, or anywhere across North Somerset, 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 North Somerset from our head office in Calne, with engineers based locally across the Bristol and North Somerset area right on your doorstep. That means we know the region well and can respond when you need us.

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.

As we are based in Calne with engineers based across the Bristol and North Somerset area, we have:

• Engineers based locally across the Bristol and North Somerset area
• Over 20 years fitting stairlifts across the South West and beyond
• 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

Stairlift installation in North Somerset

Every home is different, and the right stairlift depends on your staircase, your needs, and what will work best for you long term. We supply and install:

• 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 in North Somerset?

• Straight stairlifts can often be installed within a few days of your free home survey, sometimes sooner depending on availability
• 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 might suit 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 North Somerset

If your stairlift has stopped working, we can help. We repair most makes and models across North Somerset and the surrounding area, including stairlifts we did not originally install. Our engineers carry the most common parts so many repairs are completed on the first visit.

We repair Stannah, Acorn, Handicare, Platinum, Access, Otolift and many other brands. Callout charges start from £145 during office hours. We will always give you a clear cost before carrying out any work. Check out our stairlift repairs page.

Stairlift servicing in North Somerset

British Safety Standards recommend an annual service for every stairlift. Our engineers carry out a thorough 25-point check on every visit — testing all safety features, checking battery condition, and re-tightening any fixings. We service most makes and models across North Somerset, including stairlifts we did not originally install. Check out our stairlift servicing page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stairlifts in North Somerset

How quickly can you fit a stairlift in North Somerset?

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 and we will do our best to help.

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 for your staircase. Rental is also available — 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 North Somerset 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. Your area is around an hour away from our Calne showroom. 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. We have engineers based across the Bristol and North Somerset area, keeping response times reasonable throughout the region. When you call us, you are speaking to our own team, not a national call centre.

Ready to find out what is possible in North Somerset?

Ready to find out what is possible in North Somerset?

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.

01249 814528

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm