Last reviewed: 12 June 2026. Key takeaways Tenants CAN get a Disabled Facilities Grant; you do not need to own your home.Private and housing association tenants need the landlord’s written permission, and the landlord cannot unreasonably refuse adaptations in...
Last reviewed: 12 June 2026. Key takeaways Several UK charities and community equipment schemes accept working straight stairlifts; curved lifts are much harder to rehome.Most organisations need the lift professionally removed first, though some arrange collection.If...
Last reviewed: 12 June 2026. Key takeaways A used straight Stannah in good working order typically fetches £200 to £600 from a dealer; private sales can do better but take effort.Curved Stannah lifts have far less resale value because the rail was made for your...
Last reviewed: 12 June 2026. Key takeaways Used Acorn 130 straight lifts typically fetch £150 to £500 depending on age and condition.Acorn parts and servicing are more restricted than other brands, which slightly narrows the buyer pool; price accordingly.The Acorn 180...
Last reviewed: 12 June 2026. Key takeaways For needs under about a year, renting usually wins: no capital outlay, servicing included, removal handled.For longer needs, a reconditioned lift from about £1,000 installed usually beats renting on total cost.Private...
