The Local Terrain
Cheval sits in northwestern Hillsborough County about 17 miles north of Tampa at 62 feet elevation, bordering Lutz, Northdale and Keystone with Pasco County to the north.
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Your Licensed Cheval Stairlift Specialists
Expert Stairlift Installation in Cheval, FL
Cheval's two-story homes off Gunn Highway and Cheval Boulevard were built for young families in their thirties, and those same carpeted staircases, often with a landing partway up, are why we keep getting called back years later. We custom-bend the rail for that landing and finish most jobs in half a day. Ask for a measure and we'll price what your equity actually covers.
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About Cheval
What makes Cheval different
Why a stairlift installed in Cheval, FL is planned around the way this specific community lives, not stamped out from a one-size-fits-all template.
Homes & Housing Stock
Cheval is built around a large gated subdivision from which the CDP takes its name, a golf-oriented community of a few upscale subdivisions in northwestern Hillsborough County.
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The Community
Cheval is a relatively affluent Tampa suburb (2000 median family income $65,960) with a younger profile than most Florida CDPs, a 2020 median age of 40.3 years and 13.8% of residents aged 65 or older.
Source ↗Recent Stairlift Installations in Cheval
Every home is different. Here are six recent installs from Hillsborough County. Tap any project to see the full gallery, tech specs, and the story behind it.
Stairlift Service Across Hillsborough County
Cheval splits into two gated halves. Cheval West sits behind 24-hour gates with the largest Mediterranean two-stories, featuring vaulted entries, curved foyer staircases, and tile treads, most built between 1996 and 2004. Cheval East is organized into named villages: Beau Rivage and Wimbledon hold the smaller villas with shorter straight runs, Avignon and Cannes have standard two-stories on quarter-acre lots, and Bordeaux and Beauvais mix newer 2019-era homes with 1990s stock. Homes backing onto The Club at Cheval golf course often need an outdoor lift on lanai-to-pool steps.
Nearby cities we also serve
- Northdale 3 mi
- Lutz 4 mi
- Lake Magdalene 5 mi
- Keystone 5 mi
- Citrus Park 6 mi
- Land O' Lakes 6 mi
- Carrollwood 6 mi
- University 7 mi
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These are the three guides our Cheval customers read most often before booking. Written by our installers, not marketers.
How to choose the right stairlift in Florida
Straight vs curved, standard vs heavy-duty, indoor vs outdoor. A read that saves you from buying the wrong model.
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Real stairlift prices, with no marketing fluff
What a stairlift really costs, line by line: installation, rail, seat, add-ons, and the price hacks installers won't tell you.
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What a stairlift warranty should cover
Parts vs labor, how long coverage really lasts, and the exclusions that catch buyers out; questions to ask before you sign.
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Compare Our Cheval Stairlifts
Pick the Right Lift for Your Home
Select a stairlift on the leftabove to see full specs, pricing, and how it compares to the alternatives.
Stairlift Types
Straight Stairlift
Bestseller · From $2,800
The standard for Cheval East villages, the Beau Rivage villas, the Wimbledon two-stories, the Cannes cottages. Over 70% of our Hillsborough County installs are straight rails.
Starting at
$3,150 installed
What's Included
- Battery backup for power outages
- Swivel seat with safety lock
- Two wireless remote controls
- Soft start and soft stop motion
- Fold-up seat, arms, and footrest
- 10-year motor & gearbox warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Curved: 3x less expensive and installed in one visit. vs Home elevator: 10-15x less cost and no construction. vs Moving bedroom downstairs: Keeps your home exactly as it is.
Curved Stairlift
Custom-Built · From $9,000
Custom-fabricated for the Mediterranean foyer staircases in Cheval West and the 90-degree landing turns in Beau Rivage and Beauvais. When your staircase has a curve or mid-landing, the rail is bent to your exact geometry.
Starting at
$10,100 installed
What's Included
- Free on-site digital measurement
- Single continuous curved rail
- Handles 90°, 180°, or spiral turns
- Powered swivel at top landing
- Park position out of the walkway
- 10-year warranty on all parts
Compared to Alternatives
vs Straight with landing break: One smooth ride instead of transferring seats. vs Home elevator: Half the cost, no construction permits, no shaft needed. vs Moving: A fraction of what selling and relocating costs.
Outdoor Stairlift
Weather-Tough · From $4,000
Sealed for Tampa Bay weather, year-round humidity, UV exposure, summer thunderstorms. Every outdoor component is UV-stabilized and carries an IP55 weather seal rated for Florida's subtropical climate.
Starting at
$4,500 installed
What's Included
- Marine-grade weather cover
- All-weather corrosion protection
- Storm-rated anchor system
- Lockable key power switch
- Sealed IP54 control panels
- 5-year full-weather warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Standard stairlift outdoors: Won't rust, seize, or void its warranty. vs Exterior ramp: No permits, no concrete work, no lost yard. vs Home entry renovation: Installed in a single day.
Heavy-Duty Stairlift
600 lb Rated · From $5,050
When comfort and capacity exceed the standard 300 lb limit. The reinforced frame handles up to 600 lbs with a 22-inch padded seat, wider than any standard model.
Starting at
$5,650 installed
What's Included
- 400 lb rated weight capacity
- 22-inch wide padded seat
- Reinforced dual-tube rail
- Extended footrest and armrests
- Weight-rated safety harness
- 10-year motor & frame warranty
Compared to Alternatives
vs Standard stairlift: Extra capacity and wider seat for maximum comfort. vs Custom furniture lift: A fraction of the price with faster install. vs Home elevator: Much lower cost with the same weight confidence.
Your Personal Cheval Stairlift Specialist
When you call All American Stairlifts, you'll speak directly with a licensed installer who lives and works in Hillsborough, FL.
Meet Your Expert
Luis Ramírez
Cheval Stairlift Specialist · 15+ years of experience
(800) 965-0350 [email protected]
Open now
Mon to Fri
8 am to 6 pm
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9 am to 2 pm
Why Cheval Homeowners Trust Us
Proven local experience. Licensed. Insured. No surprises.
- Licensed Florida state contractor
- 24h Average install time
- 1,500+ Cheval installations
- 4.85 Average rating
- $0 Consultation fee
- 15+ Years serving Hillsborough
Hear It From Your Cheval Neighbors
How stairlift projects tend to go for homeowners in Cheval. Drag to scroll, or use the arrows and dots below.
We live in a 1998 Mediterranean in Cheval West with a curved foyer staircase and tile treads. I worried a stairlift would ruin the entryway we spent so much money designing. The crew matched the rail to the wall color and the folded seat tucks against the wall so neatly that dinner guests do not even notice it until I point it out. Six months in and it still looks like part of the house.
I served 22 years in the Navy and my back finally gave out last year. James A. Haley VA wrote the HISA prescription and All American prefilled the paperwork. The grant covered $6,800 and I was riding the lift six weeks after my first phone call. Luis explained every part of the rail and showed my wife how to use the manual override. No runaround, no forms I had to figure out myself.
Our Beauvais village home has a 90-degree turn at the upper landing. Two other companies told us we would need a transfer at the landing. All American scanned the full curve and the factory built one continuous rail. My wife rides from the foyer to the master suite without stopping or transferring. Five months in, smooth and silent every ride. Worth every dollar of the curved-rail premium.
My mother-in-law applied for the FAAST New Horizon loan and got approved in two weeks at a below-market rate. All American handled the install the week after funding cleared. She has not slept on the living room couch since November. The lift folds flat against the wall and the hallway is still wide enough for her rollator and my niece's stroller.
Dad needed the outdoor lift for the lanai steps before hurricane season. The four flagstone steps down to the pool deck were slick after every afternoon storm and he had already fallen once. I called Tuesday, they measured Wednesday, installed Friday. The lift handles rain, humidity, and full Tampa Bay sun without any complaint. He uses it every single day to get to the pool.
I use a power wheelchair and a standard stairlift was not an option. All American installed an inclined platform lift with yellow safety edges along the indoor stairs. The HISA grant from James A. Haley VA and the SMMC-LTC waiver covered everything. I roll onto the platform and ride between floors without getting out of my chair. Luis was the one who did the install.
Find the Right Stairlift for Your Cheval Home
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What type of staircase do you have?
This determines the rail type and installation complexity.
Who will be using the stairlift?
This determines the motor and seat capacity we'll recommend.
How soon do you need it installed?
Our Cheval team can often start within 48 hours.
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Straight Stairlift, Standard Use
Estimated: $3,150 – $6,150
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The Real Cost of Aging in Place in Cheval
Compare your options honestly. A stairlift is the only choice that keeps you in the home you love, at a fraction of every alternative.
| Your option | Upfront cost | 10-year total |
|---|---|---|
| Stairlift Installation Best value Professional install by All American Stairlifts, Cheval FL | $3,150 – $16,800 One-time | $3,150 – $16,800 Lifetime use |
| Moving to a single-story home Selling, buying, closing, moving costs in the Hillsborough market | $50,000+ Plus relocation stress | $50,000+ Loss of community ties |
| Assisted living facility Hillsborough County average, private room | $4,500/mo Recurring | $540,000 And rising annually |
| In-home caregiver (8 hrs/day) Licensed home health aide, Florida market rates | $6,000/mo Recurring | $730,000+ Before wage increases |
| Home elevator installation Requires shaft construction, permits, months of work | $25,000 to $50,000 Plus renovation | $28,000 to $55,000 Includes maintenance |
Sources: AARP Cost of Care Survey 2025, Genworth Cost of Care Study, and Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Figures reflect Cheval metro averages.
Ways to pay less, or nothing
Most Cheval homeowners qualify for at least one of these programs. We help you apply at no cost.
VA HISA Grant
Up to $6,800 for service-connected veterans and their surviving spouses. One-time, tax-free, no repayment.
Eligibility: Veterans & surviving spousesFlorida Medicaid Waiver
Home & Community-Based Services Waiver may cover up to 100% of installation for income-qualified residents.
Eligibility: Medicaid + medical needIRS Medical Deduction
With a doctor's letter of medical necessity, the full cost is deductible on Schedule A as a qualified medical expense.
Eligibility: Taxpayers who itemizeFinancing from $88/mo
0% and low-APR plans through our lending partners. Soft credit pull, instant approval, no prepayment penalty.
Eligibility: All homeownersNot sure which applies? Our local specialist will walk you through every program you might qualify for during your free home assessment. Get started here →
Everything Cheval Homeowners Actually Ask
Straight answers about cost, installation, and funding, no sales fluff. Browse by topic or call us if you have a question that isn't here.
What does a stairlift cost for a typical Cheval home?
Most Cheval stairlifts go into two-story homes with a straight or single-landing staircase, which is the most affordable configuration we install. Curved rail systems cost more because of the custom bend, but a lot of the staircases we've seen in the Cheval subdivisions are straight runs, which keeps the quote on the lower end of the range. We'll give you an exact number after walking the stairs, since carpet thickness, landing angles, and railing width all factor in.
Are there ways to lower the price if I'm on a fixed income?
Yes. Florida's Homestead Exemption plus the Senior Additional Homestead Exemption can reduce your property tax bill by up to $50,000 each, which frees up cash flow that homeowners often put toward accessibility work like a stairlift. It's not a rebate on the lift itself, but it's real money back in your budget every year you own the home.
How long does installation take in a Cheval two-story home?
A straight-rail stairlift in one of Cheval's typical two-story layouts usually goes in within a few hours to half a day. If your staircase has a mid-run landing, which we do see in some of the larger homes near the golf course, the rail has to be custom-bent for that turn, and we'll schedule a bit more time to get the fit right.
Will the lift work on my carpeted staircase?
Yes, carpet is one of the most common stair surfaces we work with in Cheval, and it's not a problem. We mount the rail brackets into the stair stringers, not just the carpet or padding, so the lift stays solid regardless of the flooring on top.
Does Florida Medicaid cover a stairlift for someone in Hillsborough County?
It can, through the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care program (SMMC LTC), which lists Home Accessibility Adaptation as a required plan service. There's no fixed dollar cap listed, approval is decided case-by-case by your LTC plan's care manager based on medical necessity, so the first step is getting your case manager to evaluate the request rather than assuming it's automatically included.
I'm a veteran in Cheval, will the VA pay for my stairlift?
The VA's HISA grant (up to $6,800 for a service-connected condition, $2,000 if non-service-connected) specifically excludes stair glides and porch lifts as "portable equipment," so that grant won't cover the lift itself. What can work is going through VA Prosthetics: if a stairlift is medically prescribed, it can be authorized there with no set dollar cap. It's a different door than HISA, so ask your VA provider about a prosthetics referral specifically.
Who do I call locally for help figuring out what I qualify for?
The Senior Connection Center is the Area Agency on Aging covering Hillsborough County (PSA 6), based at 8928 Brittany Way in Tampa. Call the Elder Helpline at 1-800-963-5337 and they can walk you through SMMC LTC options counseling and point you toward other Older Americans Act-funded services. They don't cut a check for the lift, but they're the right first call for sorting out what Cheval and Hillsborough County residents actually qualify for.
Before you book a call, read what Luis says.
LICENSED · INSURED · BBB A+
Luis Ramírez
Cheval Stairlift Specialist · 15+ yrs
- 1,500+
- Installs since 2008
- 40+
- Cheval condo boards
- 4.85★
- Local rating
- 24h
- Response time
I've been out to Cheval a handful of times and the job is almost always the same setup: a carpeted staircase in one of those larger two-story homes near the golf course, sometimes with a landing partway up that needs a custom rail bend. It's a straightforward install in most cases, usually done in half a day. What surprises people here is how affordable the community is on paper but how much equity is tied up in the house. That homestead exemption conversation comes up more than you'd think once we start talking budget.
Ready to get started? It's simple.
Cheval homeowners and Hillsborough County veterans have counted on us for years. Whether you live behind the Cheval West gates, in a Beau Rivage village villa, or in a home backing onto The Club at Cheval, the first step is always the same: a free in-home assessment with a written quote.
Call today or submit the form above. We schedule within 24 hours and install the same week for straight-rail jobs.
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Free home assessment
A certified Cheval technician visits your home, measures your stairs, and answers every question. 100% free. No obligation.
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Professional installation
Most stairlifts are installed in a single day by our licensed Cheval team. Clean, quiet, ready to ride the same afternoon.
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