Can Stairlifts Be Moved to Another House?

It’s a question that comes up quite a lot — especially if someone is moving house or no longer needs their stairlift in their current home.

The short answer is yes, in many cases a stairlift can be moved to another house, but it depends on the type of stairlift and the layout of both properties.

Straight stairlifts are the easiest to move

Straight stairlifts are generally the most straightforward when it comes to relocation.

However, there are still a few things to consider. One of the main ones is the direction of the staircase. Stairlifts are usually handed, meaning they are designed to fit either the left or right side of the stairs.

So if your current lift is installed on the left-hand side, the new house would ideally need to match that setup.

Track length and adjustments

Another factor is the length of the stairs.

If the stairs in the new property are shorter, then the track can usually be reduced in length, which is relatively simple.

If the stairs are longer, it becomes a bit more complicated. Additional track sections may be required, and in some cases, a full replacement track may be needed depending on the model.

What about curved stairlifts?

Curved stairlifts are a different story.

If it’s a modular curved stairlift, it can often be adapted to suit a new staircase by changing certain sections of the track.

However, standard curved stairlifts that are custom made for a specific staircase usually cannot be reused in full. In these cases, only the main unit and seat may be reused, while the track itself would need to be remade.

Final thoughts

Moving a stairlift to another house is definitely possible, particularly with straight stairlifts.

The best way to know for sure is to have both staircases assessed properly.

If you’re based in Nottingham or the East Midlands, Trent Stairlifts can advise on whether your current lift can be reused — you can get a free quote here and we’ll take a look.

Moving stairlifts – FAQs

Can all stairlifts be moved to another house?

Straight stairlifts usually can, but curved stairlifts are more limited.

Do stairs need to be the same?

Ideally yes, especially in terms of direction and layout.

Can the track be extended?

Sometimes, but it depends on the model.

Are modular curved stairlifts reusable?

Yes, they can often be adapted.

Can custom curved tracks be reused?

Usually not, they are made for one specific staircase.

Is it worth moving a stairlift?

In many cases yes, but it depends on the situation.