For many homeowners, the ability to move safely between floors is essential to staying comfortable and independent at home. Stair Lifts have long provided a practical solution, but what if you also need to carry a laundry basket, luggage, groceries, or other everyday items?
A through-the-floor home lift may be the answer.
Frank Wasilewski, CEO of Access, recently joined WGN Radio to discuss this increasingly popular accessibility solution from Savaria. As Frank explained, a through-the-floor lift offers the convenience of a compact home elevator while serving as an appealing step up from a curved stair lift.
What Is a Through-the-Floor Home Lift?
A through-the-floor lift is a compact residential lift designed to travel between two levels of a home. Instead of following a staircase, the lift moves vertically through an opening in the floor.
When the lift travels to the lower level, a protective surface covers the opening above. This design helps preserve usable living space and allows the lift to be installed in a variety of locations, provided the home has a suitable area for it.
The result is an accessibility solution that can feel much like a small home elevator without requiring the same type of footprint as a traditional elevator shaft.
Why Consider a Home Lift Instead of a Stair Lift?
Stair Lifts
remain an excellent option for many homes and mobility needs. However, riders generally have limited ability to carry larger items while using one. That can make routine tasks more challenging, especially when moving laundry, luggage, or household supplies between floors.
A through-the-floor lift provides room for both the rider and the things they need to transport. Depending on the selected model, these lifts may accommodate between 500 and 750 pounds, making some configurations suitable for more than one person.
Potential benefits include:
- Easier travel between two floors
- Space for laundry baskets, luggage, groceries, and mobility equipment
- Flexible placement within a suitable area of the home
- A compact alternative to a traditional home elevator
- Greater confidence and independence for people who want to remain in their homes
Designed for Everyday Living
Home accessibility is not only about getting from one place to another. It is about making daily life easier, safer, and more comfortable.
A well-planned lift can reduce the physical strain associated with stairs while helping residents continue using more of their home. For someone planning to age in place, recovering from an injury, or living with limited mobility, that added freedom can make a meaningful difference.
Every home and household is different, which is why a professional evaluation matters. The Access team can review the available space, learn about the rider’s needs, and help compare a through-the-floor lift with other options such as a straight or curved stairlift, vertical platform lift, wheelchair lift, or traditional home elevator.
Explore Savaria Accessibility Solutions with Access
Savaria manufactures a broad range of accessibility products, including stair lifts, vertical platform lifts, ceiling lifts, and home elevators. Access brings these solutions to homeowners throughout the Midwest, pairing trusted equipment with experienced guidance and installation.
Ready to explore the right accessibility solution for your home? Call 844-IL-LIFTS or contact us.