Published 23 June 2026
A home lift, also called a through-floor lift, is an alternative to a stairlift when moving between floors needs a fully seated or wheelchair-accessible solution. It is a bigger project, so the company behind it matters.
These ten home lift companies from our directory include leading manufacturers and trusted installers. Each links to its full profile so you can compare and request quotes.
How we chose these companies
These editorial picks reflect engineering quality, the range of lifts offered, manufacturer pedigree, installation and servicing capability, and reviews on our directory. We have included both manufacturers and specialist installers.
The best home lift companies
- Stannah – Andover, Hampshire. A family manufacturer since 1867 with a nationwide install and service network, offering home lifts alongside its well-known stairlift range.
- Stiltz Lifts – Kingswinford, West Midlands. A leading British maker of compact through-floor home lifts that fit into small spaces and plug into a standard socket, with a self-supporting rail system.
- Terry Lifts – Knutsford, Cheshire. More than 50 years of manufacturing domestic through-floor lifts in the UK, including wheelchair-accessible models.
- Wessex Lifts – Romsey, Hampshire. A long-established British manufacturer of through-floor and platform lifts for home and public buildings, with in-house engineering.
- Gartec – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. A leading UK platform lift company and long-standing Aritco partner, supplying stylish home and commercial platform lifts.
- Pollock Lifts – Northern Ireland. More than 40 years manufacturing and installing home, through-floor and platform lifts, plus stairlifts, across Northern Ireland and beyond.
- Deltron Lifts – Smethwick, West Midlands. A specialist in through-floor lift installation and servicing, covering supply, fitting and ongoing maintenance.
- The Platform Lift Company – national coverage. An independent supplier and installer of residential platform and through-floor lifts from several manufacturers, offering impartial advice.
- Dolphin Lifts – Chobham, Surrey. A multi-brand installer of home lifts, step lifts and platform lifts, working with leading manufacturers to match the right lift to the home.
- Invalifts – Tamworth, Staffordshire. A supplier of platform and accessibility lifts for homes and public buildings, with a range of through-floor and step-lift options.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a home lift cost?
A domestic through-floor lift typically costs from around 12,000 to 20,000 pounds fitted, depending on the model, the number of floors and any building work needed.
Do I need planning permission for a home lift?
Most internal through-floor lifts do not need planning permission, but the installation must meet building regulations. A reputable installer will advise on what applies to your home.
How much space does a through-floor lift need?
Modern compact lifts need only a small footprint, often around the size of an armchair on each floor, and many run on a standard domestic power supply.
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Published 23 June 2026