Full safety inspection
Brake test, seatbelt, footplate and arm-rest safety sensors, swivel and key-lock all checked and adjusted to manufacturer spec.
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Annual safety checks — all major brands
Professional stairlift servicing across Plymouth, Devon and East Cornwall — annual safety inspections, preventative maintenance and experienced local engineers keeping your stairlift running smoothly, safely and reliably year after year.
Fast Installation
Same-day fits on most straight lifts
Finance Available
Spread the cost — flexible terms
Local Engineers
Our own team, never subcontracted
Emergency Repairs
same-day call-outs across PL postcodes
Free Advice
No pressure, no obligation
Overview
Like a car, a boiler or any piece of safety-critical equipment, a stairlift relies on regular professional servicing to stay safe, quiet and reliable. Over the course of a year the batteries lose capacity, the rail collects dust and grease, the brushes and contacts wear, the safety sensors drift slightly out of calibration and the seat hinges loosen — none of it dramatic, but together it is the difference between a lift that glides silently for a decade and one that starts beeping, slipping or refusing to start when you need it most. An annual service catches all of it before it becomes a fault.
We've been servicing stairlifts across Plymouth, Devon and East Cornwall for more than 40 years and we look after Bruno stairlifts (Bruno stairlifts today — with more major brands coming soon) — whether or not we originally supplied the lift. Every visit is carried out by one of our own employed engineers, not a subcontractor, and you'll see the same friendly faces year after year. There is no commission, no upselling and no pressure to take a contract: the standard service is a fixed price, quoted up front, and anything we find is explained and quoted before we lift a tool.
Servicing is also the easiest way to protect your investment. Most manufacturers require an annual service to keep their parts warranty valid, and our own warranty on new and repair work depends on the lift being serviced on schedule. Just as importantly, a serviced lift is a safer lift — for the person riding it, for the family member helping them on and off, and for the carer or grandchild who occasionally uses it. We finish every visit with a written service report so you have a record for your own peace of mind and for the warranty file.
Why Stairlifts Plymouth
Plymouth-based with our own Cornwall Street shop.
40+ years' combined experience across the stairlift industry.
Honest recommendations — we'll tell you what we'd choose ourselves.
You have our number for life. Real local people answer the phone.
Every new install backed by a full parts and labour warranty.
Tidy, careful and demonstrated until you're confident.
Suitable for
We help families across Plymouth, Devon and East Cornwall in many different situations.
Helping you stay in the home you love as the stairs become harder.
After hip, knee or cardiac surgery while you regain strength.
Arthritis, COPD, MS, Parkinson's, balance and joint problems.
Chronic illness where the stairs are a daily challenge.
Reducing the risk of falls and giving carers peace of mind.
Fast install so a loved one can come home safely.
How it works
A friendly local advisor visits, measures your stairs and listens to what you need.
Clear pricing with no hidden extras. No pressure, no commission-led upsells.
Our own engineers fit the lift, test every safety system and tidy up after themselves.
Demonstration, written instructions, optional servicing and same-day emergency cover.
What you get
Brake test, seatbelt, footplate and arm-rest safety sensors, swivel and key-lock all checked and adjusted to manufacturer spec.
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Onboard batteries load-tested and replaced as required — we carry stock at our Plymouth workshop so most changes are same-visit.
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Rail inspected end-to-end for wear, cleaned of dust and debris, and lubricated with the correct manufacturer-approved grease.
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Charging strips, control PCB, motor brushes and limit switches tested under load to catch problems before they cause a breakdown.
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Automatic reminders by post, phone or text so your stairlift is serviced on time every year — no diary chasing for you.
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Optional all-inclusive plans that bundle annual servicing, priority repairs, parts and same-day emergency breakdown cover into one fixed price.
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Benefits
Recent work
A small selection of recent jobs across Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall.
Curved lift, Mannamead
PL3
Outdoor lift, Cawsand
PL10
straight, Crownhill
PL6
Case study
Ivybridge, South Hams
Areas covered
Based in Plymouth, covering Devon and South East Cornwall. Tap your area for local info.
Plymouth
Our home city — same-day surveys across PL postcodes.
Saltash
Just over the bridge — stairlifts across Saltash and SE Cornwall.
Plympton
Stairlift installation, rental and repairs in Plympton.
Plymstock
Local stairlift specialists serving Plymstock and Hooe.
Ivybridge
Covering Ivybridge and the South Hams villages.
Tavistock
Friendly stairlift service across Tavistock and West Devon.
Liskeard
Stairlifts fitted and repaired across Liskeard and East Cornwall.
Torpoint
Serving Torpoint and the Rame Peninsula.
Exeter
Stairlift supply, rental and repairs across Exeter and East Devon.
Torquay
Local engineers covering Torquay and the English Riviera.
Paignton
Stairlifts installed and serviced across Paignton.
Newton Abbot
Friendly stairlift service in Newton Abbot and Teignbridge.
Bodmin
Covering Bodmin and the wider North Cornwall area.
St Austell
Stairlifts across St Austell, the Clay Country and mid-Cornwall.
Kingsbridge
Serving Kingsbridge and the South Hams.
Totnes
Stairlifts fitted across Totnes and the Dart Valley.
Callington
Covering Callington and the Tamar Valley.
Launceston
Stairlifts across Launceston and North Cornwall.
Looe
Local stairlift service in Looe and Polperro.
Okehampton
Serving Okehampton and the northern edge of Dartmoor.
Related services
Local engineers, fixed quotes, most straights fitted in a morning.
Read about Stairlift InstallationFlexible short-term hire — ideal after surgery or for visiting family.
Read about Stairlift RentalBruno stairlifts repaired by local engineers today, with more brands coming soon.
Read about Stairlift RepairsSafe removal and recycling of any old or unwanted stairlift.
Read about Stairlift RemovalFast, neat fits for straight staircases — usually installed same-day.
Read about Straight StairliftsMade-to-measure rails for bends, landings and split levels.
Read about Curved StairliftsHelpful next steps
Same-day call-outs across PL postcodes for Bruno lifts — more brands coming soon.
Read: Stairlift repairs in PlymouthBruno cover today, with more brands coming soon.
Read: Bruno stairlift repairs & serviceWhat happens on the day, from arrival to first ride.
Read: How our installations workTypes, brands, costs and what to ask before you decide.
Read: Read our complete buying guide4.9★ across Google, Trustpilot and Which? Trusted Trader.
Read: Read what Plymouth families sayNo pressure, no obligation — usually within 24 hours.
Read: Book a free home surveyIndependent guidance
Independent charities, government guidance and standards bodies — curated for further reading. We are not affiliated with any of these organisations.
Independent overview of stairlift history, mechanics and safety standards.
WikipediaUK trade body for mobility and healthcare equipment suppliers.
bhta.comImpartial guidance on home adaptations, including stairlifts.
ageuk.org.ukOfficial NHS guide to care needs assessments and equipment.
nhs.ukWhat our customers say
"From the first phone call to the fitted stairlift, the whole team were kind, honest and tidy. Mum is using the stairs again — thank you."
— Margaret S., Plympton
"Fixed our old Stannah when the manufacturer told us it was scrap. Local lads who clearly know their stuff. Highly recommended."
— Brian W., Plymstock
"Rented a stairlift for my recovery after a hip op. Fitted next day, removed when I was better. Faultless service."
— Susan H., Saltash
"Curved lift around a tricky staircase. Fitted neatly, works beautifully. Worth every penny."
— Janet & David, Ivybridge
Buying guides
Independent, no-pressure information on cost, funding and choosing the right lift.
Stairlift Costs 2026
Real prices for straight and curved lifts.
Funding & Grants
DFG, charity support and local help in Plymouth.
VAT Relief
Who qualifies for zero-rated VAT on a stairlift.
Complete Buying Guide
Everything to know before buying a stairlift.
Rent vs Buy
Compare renting and buying a stairlift.
Straight vs Curved
How to choose the right stairlift for your stairs.
Frequently asked questions
Ready when you are
One friendly visit, a fixed written quote and honest advice — nothing more. Speak to a real local advisor on 01752 648599.
Flexible finance available on most new stairlifts. We'll explain the options in plain English during your free survey.
Ask about finance