One important factor to consider when deciding whether or not to install a stair lift is, what impact it may have on the future value of your home. Most stair lifts are bolted directly to the floor rather than to the wall, so that they can support the weight of the equipment as well as the weight of the person being carried up and down the stairs. While this is not a permanent fixture, removing a stair lift will certainly leave sizeable holes in the floor as well as potential damage to any carpeting you may have on the stairs. There may also be additional damage to the walls through normal use.

The cost of a new stair lift can be expensive. Many seniors are on a set income, and have to carefully watch every dollar they spend, making sure to get the most out of their money. A used stair lift is certainly less expensive than a new one, but there are some downsides you will want to consider as well as potential future costs.