Stairlift installer requests from Sevenoaks
The Sevenoaks area ranges from large period houses in Sevenoaks and Westerham with long or turning staircases, to post-war homes in Swanley and cottages in Otford, Kemsing and Edenbridge. Tell us about the stairs and who the lift is for, and we'll pass it to stairlift installers covering TN13, TN14, TN15, TN16, BR8 and TN8.
- Larger period houses often have long staircases with half-landings, which usually need a curved rail.
- Sevenoaks District Council handles Disabled Facilities Grants after a Kent County Council occupational therapist assessment.
- Swanley and Borough Green have many post-war homes with straight stairs that suit a straight lift.
Long and turning staircases in Sevenoaks and Westerham houses
Many larger Victorian, Edwardian and inter-war houses in Sevenoaks, Riverhead and Westerham have long staircases with a half-landing, or a turn where the stairs double back. A curved stairlift can follow the whole route, and some rails can stop at the half-landing if there's a bathroom there. Because the rail is made to measure, ask about lead times early. On wide staircases, there's usually room for the lift and for others to use the stairs, but check where the chair will park so it doesn't block the hall. In a conservation area or a listed house, ask Sevenoaks District Council about any consent before fixing a rail.
Straight stairs in Swanley, Borough Green and Edenbridge
Post-war and later homes in Swanley, Borough Green and parts of Edenbridge often have one straight flight, which usually suits a straight stairlift that can be fitted soon after the survey. If funding is a concern, Sevenoaks District Council publishes guidance on Disabled Facilities Grants, and its process starts with an occupational therapist assessment from Kent County Council. There may be a wait for an assessment, so if the need is urgent, mention that when you ask. Some people choose a rental or reconditioned straight lift while waiting, but if you're hoping for a grant, check with the council first, as fitting before approval can affect it.
Towns and villages covered
Postcodes: TN13, TN14, TN15, TN16, BR8, TN8