Your guide to
Rental Stairlifts
EMS proudly offers a professional straight stairlift rental service. A rental stairlift provides you with the flexibility of a no fixed term contract, allowing you to hire the stairlift for any desired duration, whether it be a long-term arrangement or a shorter period. With our convenient pay-as-you-use system, you have complete control over your rental experience.
Fitted in just a few hours, and fast delivery
Custom stairlift designed for your home
Best option for narrow or curved stairs
Flexible payment options available
stairlift lease
Interested in a Rental Stairlift?
Interested in an Rental Stairlift?
helpful advice
Essential Tips for Renting a Stairlift
Essential Tips for Renting a Stairlift
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Get in touch to arrange a home survey and we’ll provide your FREE no obligation quotation
Most Commonly Asked Questions
Most Commonly Asked Questions
A short survey confirms:
- A straight staircase of suitable width and headroom
- Safe landing space at top/bottom
- Nearby power for the charger
- Landlord/permission where required (for rented properties)
Straight rentals are typically installed in a few hours once the survey is complete and your rail length is confirmed.
- Minimal disruption—rail fixes to stair treads, not the wall
Removal is similarly quick and included in the service
EMS Lifts provides 24/7 support for rental customers.
- Priority engineer call-outs for faults and breakdowns
- Phone triage to resolve simple issues quickly
- Parts and labour included when the fault is covered by your rental agreement
- Replacement unit supplied if necessary (subject to availability)
Typically, the monthly fee is all-inclusive, covering installation, maintenance/servicing, call-outs for covered faults, and removal at the end.
Possible chargeable extras (case-by-case):
- Damage due to misuse or accidental impact
- Optional upgrades (e.g., powered swivel/footplate)
- Non-standard electrical works or rail lengths outside the included range
Missed appointments/re-visits where applicable
Your quote will itemise what’s included so there are no surprises.
Yes. During a home survey, EMS Lifts checks dimensions, landings, and power to ensure the rental stairlift is aligned and fitted correctly.
- Rentals most commonly cover straight staircases
- Slimline seats/rails and handed controls can be chosen for comfort and access
If your stairs are curved, ask about availability—curved rentals are limited and usually handled as bespoke projects
A turn-key package from EMS Lifts:
- Supply and installation of a straight stairlift
- 24/7 breakdown cover with parts and labour for covered faults
- Routine maintenance/servicing at recommended intervals
- Call/send remotes, seatbelt, safety sensors, and user handover
Removal at the end of the rental period
Flexible terms starting from 1 month.
- Rolling monthly rental thereafter (or fixed-term, if preferred)
- Simple cancellation with agreed notice period
Option to discuss rent-to-buy if you decide to keep a straight model
