The Local Terrain
Ferguson Township spans about 47.70 square miles in the southwestern corner of Centre County, bordered by Tussey Mountain and crossed by Slab Cabin Run.
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Your Licensed Ferguson Stairlift Specialists
Expert Stairlift Installation in Ferguson, PA
Ferguson Township covers roughly 47.70 square miles tucked against Tussey Mountain in southwestern Centre County, with Slab Cabin Run cutting through land that's been farmed since the township was settled in 1791. A lot of the housing stock out here sits on sloped lots near Pine Grove Mills, which means split staircases with a landing and a turn rather than one straight run — the kind of layout a curved stairlift handles better than a straight one ever could. With AccuWeather, CATA, and Minitab all headquartered in the township and Penn State's ag research center just to the west, this is a working, well-educated community where people tend to plan ahead instead of waiting for a fall to force the decision.
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About Ferguson
What makes Ferguson different
Why a stairlift installed in Ferguson, PA is planned around the way this specific community lives, not stamped out from a one-size-fits-all template.
Homes & Housing Stock
The Bucher Ayres Farm, southwest of Pine Grove Mills within Ferguson Township, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 1, 1980, reflecting the township's roots as an agricultural community settled in 1791.
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The Community
AccuWeather, CATA, and Minitab are headquartered in the township, and Penn State's Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center operates in its western section; the 2020 census recorded a median household income of $57,459 with 66.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source ↗Recent Stairlift Installations in Ferguson
Every home is different. Here are six recent installs from Centre County. Tap any project to see the full gallery, tech specs, and the story behind it.
Stairlift Service Across Centre County
Ferguson Township's housing stock ranges from 1960s split-levels in Greenleaf Manor and Corl Acres—where narrow treads and tight landings call for compact straight rails—to 1990s two-story colonials in Foxpointe and Saybrook with wider oak staircases suited for curved installs. Historic village homes in Pine Grove Mills often have steep, enclosed stairways under seven feet of headroom. Newer builds in Hunters Chase and Chestnut Ridge Manor feature open-riser designs that need rail-to-tread bolting. The Ramblewood ranch conversions and raised-porch entries in Haymarket regularly require outdoor lifts rated for Centre County freeze-thaw cycles.
Nearby cities we also serve
- State College 5 mi
- Patton 6 mi
- College 8 mi
- Potter 15 mi
- Altoona 29 mi
- Logan 29 mi
- North Woodbury 37 mi
- Sandy 50 mi
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How to choose the right stairlift in Pennsylvania
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Compare Our Ferguson 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
Most common · From $2,800
The go-to option for Ferguson Township's standard two-story homes. The rail bolts directly to the stair treads—hardwood in Foxpointe, carpet in Saybrook—and installs in a single afternoon. The seat folds flat so your family can walk the stairs normally.
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
Built for the L-shaped and 90-degree staircases common in Greenleaf Manor split-levels and Pine Grove Mills village homes. We digitally scan your staircase, manufacture a single continuous rail, and install it in one visit.
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
Weatherproof · From $4,000
Sealed against Centre County winters—freeze-thaw, road salt drift, and heavy snow. Ideal for the raised porch entries in Ramblewood and Haymarket where concrete steps ice over from November through March.
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
A wider 22-inch seat, reinforced dual-tube rail, and higher-torque motor for riders up to 600 pounds. Same quiet ride as our standard lift, with the structural confidence larger residents deserve.
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 Ferguson Stairlift Specialist
When you call All American Stairlifts, you'll speak directly with a licensed installer who lives and works in Centre, PA.
Meet Your Expert
Luis Ramírez
Ferguson Stairlift Specialist · 15+ years of experience
(800) 965-0350 [email protected]
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Why Ferguson Homeowners Trust Us
Proven local experience. Licensed. Insured. No surprises.
- Licensed Pennsylvania state contractor
- 24h Average install time
- 1,500+ Ferguson installations
- 4.69 Average rating
- $0 Consultation fee
- 15+ Years serving Centre
Hear It From Your Ferguson Neighbors
The kinds of staircases and installs we see across Ferguson's older and newer homes alike. Drag to scroll, or use the arrows and dots below.
Luis measured our split-level in Hunters Chase on a Monday and installed the straight rail by Wednesday. The seat folds completely flat against the wall, and my husband barely notices it when he walks the stairs. The battery backup already saved us during last winter's ice storm.
Our mother's colonial in Haymarket has a 90-degree turn at the top landing. Luis scanned the staircase, had the curved rail built in ten days, and installed it in a single morning. She rides it ten times a day now and hasn't missed a meal upstairs since.
We compared three companies and Luis was the only one who actually measured the treads before quoting a price. His number came in lower and included a five-year warranty. The stairlift has been running quietly in our Pine Hall home for four months straight.
My father is a veteran and Luis handled every piece of the HISA paperwork through the State College VA Clinic. The $6,800 grant covered almost the entire install. Dad's Hillside Farm Estates ranch has a raised entry and the outdoor unit works perfectly in the cold.
The narrow staircase in our Corl Acres home had me worried no lift would fit. Luis brought the slim-profile rail, and it only takes up about six inches on one side. My wife uses it daily and the rest of the family walks right past it without any trouble.
Luis installed a wheelchair platform lift inside our Homestead Farms bi-level for my son. The flat deck with the yellow safety edges gives us total confidence, and the keyed switch keeps it locked when we're not home. Installation was done before lunch.
Find the Right Stairlift for Your Ferguson 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 Ferguson 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 Ferguson
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, Ferguson PA | $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 Centre market | $50,000+ Plus relocation stress | $50,000+ Loss of community ties |
| Assisted living facility Centre 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 Pennsylvania Department of Elder Affairs. Figures reflect Ferguson metro averages.
Ways to pay less, or nothing
Most Ferguson 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 spousesPennsylvania 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 Ferguson 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 typically cost for a Ferguson Township home?
Straight-run stairs usually land around $2,500-$4,000 installed. Curved or landing-turn staircases — common in the hillside homes near Tussey Mountain — run higher, often $10,000-$15,000, because the rail has to be custom-built to the turn instead of cut from stock. Centre County's median household income here is $57,459, so a lot of families ask about financing before they ask about brand names.
Does the local homeownership rate affect who's buying stairlifts here?
Ferguson Township runs about 58.5% owner-occupied — lower than a lot of rural Pennsylvania townships, mostly because of the Penn State rental market pulling the average down. Owners tend to move faster on a stairlift purchase since it's their own equity on the line; renters more often go through a landlord or a program like OPTIONS instead of buying outright.
How long does a stairlift install take in a Ferguson Township home?
A straight staircase is usually a half-day job, start to finish. The split-level and hillside houses common around Pine Grove Mills — where floor plans step down toward Slab Cabin Run — often need a curved rail measured and fabricated first, which adds lead time before a crew ever shows up on site.
Will my staircase layout be a problem?
Not usually, but Ferguson Township has more landing-turn stairs than you'd find in a flat subdivision, just from the terrain. We measure the actual turn radius in person rather than working off a photo, because a mismeasured curve is the single biggest reason an install runs long or the rail doesn't sit right.
Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover a stairlift for a Centre County resident?
Yes, through the Community HealthChoices (CHC) waiver. It's case-by-case with no fixed dollar cap — the CHC managed care organization approves the item under your person-centered service plan, and per PA Health Law Project it explicitly covers stair glides as removable home-accessibility equipment. Call 1-800-757-5042 to start that conversation.
What if I'm not on Medicaid?
The Centre County Office of Aging (814-355-6716) administers the state-funded OPTIONS program for residents 60 and up, with a sliding-scale cost share based on income and no fixed per-item cap — budgets are set locally. Separately, the PA Assistive Technology Foundation offers 0% mini-loans up to $7,000 and low-interest loans up to $60,000 regardless of income, which a lot of Ferguson Township families use to bridge the gap.
Can veterans get a stairlift covered?
Not through the VA's HISA grant — it specifically excludes stair glides, so don't count on that $6,800 benefit for this. A stairlift can sometimes be folded into a VA Specially Adapted Housing or Special Home Adaptation grant as part of a broader approved modification plan, or prescribed directly through VA Prosthetics. Call 1-877-827-3702 for SAH/SHA questions or 1-877-222-8387 for the VA health benefits line to sort out which path applies.
Before you book a call, read what Luis says.
LICENSED · INSURED · BBB A+
Luis Ramírez
Ferguson Stairlift Specialist · 15+ yrs
- 1,500+
- Installs since 2008
- 40+
- Ferguson condo boards
- 4.69★
- Local rating
- 24h
- Response time
I've been out to enough homes near Pine Grove Mills to know the terrain matters — houses built into the grade toward Tussey Mountain often have a mid-level entry, so the install has to work around a landing instead of one clean flight. Ferguson Township isn't a place where people want to talk grants and paperwork forever, so I usually walk folks straight to whether Community HealthChoices or a PATF loan actually fits their situation before we even talk about equipment. Families here tend to ask sharp, specific questions — makes sense with how many people work at Penn State or Minitab — so I don't sugarcoat install timelines or price ranges.
Ready to get started? It's simple.
Every staircase in Ferguson Township is a little different—split-level landings in Greenleaf Manor, curved oak risers in Foxpointe, stone porch steps in Ramblewood. Our licensed Centre County team measures your stairs, gives you a written price honored for 30 days, and installs most straight rails the same week you call.
Phone consultations are free, home assessments are free, and there is never a travel charge anywhere in Ferguson Township. If you qualify for the VA HISA grant, the PA Aging Waiver, or the IRS medical deduction, we handle the paperwork at no extra cost. Call today and speak directly with Luis.
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