Stairlifts in Kent — Supplied, Fitted and Serviced by Our Own Engineers
Straight stairlifts from £1,295 installed. Curved from £3,200 installed. Reconditioned options available. All fitted by Ability Plus engineers — not third-party contractors.
Why Ability Plus for your Stairlift?
Most stairlift companies outsource installation to contractors you've never met. At Ability Plus, every survey, installation and service call is carried out by our own employed engineers — based right here in Kent.
We've been fitting stairlifts across Kent for 18 years. We know the staircases, the homes, and the people. When something needs attention after installation, you call us — and one of our team comes out.
- In-house engineers only — no subcontractors, ever
- 3-year warranty covering all parts and labour
- Sittingbourne engineering hub for rapid Kent-wide response
- Reconditioned stairlifts available — same warranty, lower price
- Motability-registered supplier
- Showrooms in Bluewater, Chatham Dockside, Sittingbourne, Herne Bay and Ashford — try before you buy
Stairlift Questions — Answered by Our Engineers
How much does a stairlift cost in Kent?
How much does a stairlift cost in Kent?
A new straight stairlift fitted by Ability Plus starts from £1,295 fully installed. Curved stairlifts start from £3,200. We also offer reconditioned stairlifts from £895 — with the same 3-year parts and labour warranty as a new unit. All prices include a free home survey and installation by one of our own engineers.
Do you install the stairlift yourselves, or use contractors?
Do you install the stairlift yourselves, or use contractors?
We install every stairlift ourselves, using employed Ability Plus engineers. We never use third-party contractors. Our engineers are based at our Sittingbourne hub and cover the whole of Kent. You deal with us throughout — from survey to installation to any service calls.
How quickly can you fit a stairlift?
How quickly can you fit a stairlift?
Most straight stairlifts can be fitted within 5–7 working days of your survey. Curved stairlifts require a custom-made rail, so typically 2–3 weeks. If you need something urgently, call us and we will do our best to accommodate you.
What warranty do I get?
What warranty do I get?
All Ability Plus stairlifts — new and reconditioned — come with a 3-year in-house warranty covering all parts and labour. Because we are the installer and the service team, there is no need to deal with a manufacturer's helpline. You call us, and one of our engineers comes to you.
Can I try a stairlift before I buy?
Can I try a stairlift before I buy?
Yes. We have stairlift displays in our Sittingbourne and Bluewater showrooms. You are welcome to visit, sit on the chair, use the controls, and ask our team any questions — no appointment needed, no pressure.
Do you offer finance?
Do you offer finance?
Yes. Finance options are available on stairlifts. Ask in any of our five Kent stores or mention it when you book your survey and we will explain the options available to you.
What is the difference between a straight and curved stairlift?
What is the difference between a straight and curved stairlift?
A straight stairlift runs along a straight flight of stairs. A curved stairlift has a rail that bends to follow a staircase with corners, landings or a spiral. Curved rails are made to measure for your specific staircase, which is why they cost more and take a little longer. Our engineers will assess your staircase during the free survey and recommend the right solution.
What Kent Customers Say About Their Ability Plus Stairlifts
The engineer arrived exactly when he said he would, measured everything up carefully and explained every step. The stairlift was fitted in under three hours and has been perfect ever since. Excellent service from a genuinely local company.
I was nervous about getting a stairlift fitted but the team at Ability Plus made it so straightforward. They came to survey, gave me a clear written quote with no hidden costs, and fitted it the following week. The 3-year warranty gave me real peace of mind.
We went into the Bluewater store with no idea what we needed. The staff were patient, not pushy at all, and arranged a home visit. The engineer who came was brilliant — very professional and tidy. Highly recommend.
Serving the Whole of Kent — Five Stores, One Engineering Hub
Our engineers cover all of Kent from our Sittingbourne base. Wherever you are in the county, we can reach you for a survey, installation or service call.
- Bluewater Shopping Centre, Greenhithe
- Chatham Dockside Outlet Centre
- Sittingbourne (store + engineering hub)
- Herne Bay town centre
- Ashford town centre
Not sure if we cover your area? Call us free on 0800 20046 1647 or use the survey form above — we cover all Kent postcodes.
Ready to Regain Your Independence at Home?
Book a free, no-obligation home survey and we'll send one of our Kent engineers to you within 48 hours. No call centres. No salespeople. Just honest advice from people who know stairlifts.
