Home Lift Installation
Request a free consultation for a home lift installation from our expert team today.At Lift Services, we specialise in home lift installation for properties across the UK, helping homeowners improve accessibility, comfort, and convenience.
Whether you’re future-proofing your home, supporting mobility needs, or simply adding a touch of luxury, we offer a range of domestic lift solutions designed for safety, style, and space efficiency.
Our installations comply with UK Building Regulations, Machinery Safety Standards, and relevant BS EN81 safety standards, ensuring every lift meets the highest levels of safety and performance.
We provide bespoke designs to suit both new-build properties and retrofits into existing homes, with minimal disruption.
Request a free consultation for a home lift installation from our expert team today.
What Is A Home Lift?
A home lift is a compact vertical transport system designed to carry people (and sometimes light goods) between floors in a residential property.
Unlike commercial passenger lifts, home lifts are designed for smaller footprints, quieter operation, and lower power consumption, making them ideal for domestic use.
How Much Does A Home Lift Cost?
The cost of a home lift ranges from £12,000 to £ 45,000 or more.
The cost depends on the lift type, number of floors, installation complexity, and customisation.
The best choice depends on your accessibility needs, space availability, and design preferences, all of which we can assess and tailor through a site survey and consultation.
Costs include supply and installation, but exclude VAT, which may be zero-rated if the lift is for the use of a disabled person, as per HMRC guidance.
What Types of Home Lifts Are Available?
There are five main types of home lifts available, each suited to different space, accessibility, and design requirements.
Through-Floor Lifts – Compact lifts that travel between two floors by passing through a cut-out in the ceiling/floor. Ideal for wheelchair users, they require minimal building work and are cost-effective for domestic accessibility.
Enclosed Cabin Lifts – These operate like small commercial lifts with a cabin inside a shaft, using hydraulic or traction drive systems. Suitable for multiple floors, they offer smooth operation, automatic doors, and higher weight capacities.
Shaftless Lifts – Stylish, space-saving lifts that don’t require a full shaft or pit, often powered by vertical screw or air-driven systems. Best for low-traffic use in modern homes, typically accommodating one or two people.
Platform Lifts – Open or enclosed vertical lifts designed mainly for wheelchair access over short heights (e.g. between split levels or to a porch). Available in vertical or inclined versions and can be installed indoors or outdoors.
External Home Lifts – Installed outside the home in a weatherproof shaft, often used when internal space is limited. They connect to upper floors via balconies or doorways and are ideal for retrofit accessibility.
Can A Home Lift Be Installed In Any Property?
In most cases, a home lift can be successfully installed into a wide variety of property types, including new builds, townhouses, bungalows, and even listed buildings.
The key factors that determine feasibility are the amount of space available for the lift, the structural strength of the floors and walls, and the availability of a suitable electrical supply.
For properties where a traditional shaft or pit is not feasible, low-pit or shaftless designs can be utilised to achieve the same functionality without requiring major structural modifications.
In heritage properties, installations can be designed to blend with existing architecture while meeting all necessary safety and building requirements.
What Sizes And Capacities Are Available?
Home lifts come in a range of sizes and load capacities to suit different households.
Compact models are ideal for one or two people standing, while larger lifts can accommodate wheelchair users, mobility scooters, or multiple passengers at once.
Typical capacities range from around 170 kg for the smallest designs to 500 kg for larger residential passenger lifts.
Dimensions can often be customised to fit the available space in your home, and various finishes and materials can be chosen to complement your interior style.
What Safety Features Are Included?
Safety is at the heart of every home lift installation.
Modern systems are fitted with interlocked doors that only open when the lift is safely at the correct landing level, overspeed safety devices to prevent uncontrolled descent, and emergency lowering functions in the event of a power failure.
Battery backup ensures that lighting and controls remain operational during outages, while sensitive edge technology detects obstructions and stops the lift to prevent injury.
Overload sensors alert users if the lift is carrying more weight than it is designed to handle, and wheelchair-accessible models can also include low-level controls, handrails, and non-slip flooring for ease of use.
What Regulations Apply To Home Lift Installation?
All home lifts must meet the requirements of the Machinery Directive, relevant BS EN 81 standards for residential lift safety, and UK Building Regulations.
Where the lift is intended for wheelchair use, it must also comply with Part M of the Building Regulations, which sets out accessibility standards.
These regulations cover everything from the mechanical integrity of the lift to user safety and emergency procedures.
We manage the entire compliance process, including testing, certification, and handover documentation, so you can be confident that your lift meets all legal and insurance requirements.
What Is The Installation Process?
The process begins with a detailed site survey to assess space, structure, and technical requirements.
We then work with you to design a lift that meets your needs in terms of size, style, and functionality.
Any preparatory building work is carried out next, which may include floor openings, pit construction, or shaft installation depending on the lift type.
Once this is ready, our engineers install the lift mechanism, car, doors, controls, and safety features.
After assembly, the lift undergoes rigorous load and safety testing before we provide full certification.
The final step is a handover where we train you and your household on safe operation and maintenance.
How Long Does Installation Take?
Installation times depend on the complexity of the lift and any preparatory works needed.
Through-floor lifts can often be installed within two to four days once the site is ready, while shaft-based lifts may take one to two weeks to complete.
Bespoke designs or premium finishes may require an additional amount of time.
Manufacturing lead times range from six to ten weeks after the order is placed, depending on the specific requirements.
Can A Home Lift Add Value To My Property?
Installing a home lift can make your property more attractive to buyers, particularly those seeking homes with future-proofed features or wheelchair accessibility.
In some cases, it can also increase market value by adding premium features.
What Are The Benefits Of Home Lift Installation?
The benefits of installing a home lift include improved mobility, convenience, and enhanced safety.
Enhanced accessibility for wheelchair users or those with mobility challenges
Future-proofing your home for ageing in place
Increased property value by adding a desirable feature
Effortless floor-to-floor transport for shopping, laundry, or heavy items
Stylish designs to complement your interior
Do You Provide Maintenance And Repairs?
We provide comprehensive maintenance services to keep your lift in peak condition, including routine inspections, lubrication, adjustment, and safety testing.
Our engineers are trained to work on all major home lift systems and carry out repairs quickly to minimise downtime.
We also offer 24/7 emergency callout support, so you can have complete peace of mind knowing that help is always available when needed.
Why Choose Lift Services?
We are specialists in residential lift installation, offering customised solutions, competitive pricing, and nationwide coverage.
Our team will help you select the ideal home lift and oversee the entire installation process, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience from start to finish.
We manage the process from survey to aftercare, ensuring your lift is safe, reliable, and perfectly suited to your lifestyle.
Get A Free Home Lift Installation Quote
We will design and install a solution tailored to your operational needs and budget.
We will assist you in makin g your home more accessible, safer, and future-ready.
Contact Lift Services today for a free consultation and no-obligation quotation.