Expert Stairlift Installation in Lackawaxen, PA

Three to four hours from the moment Luis arrives. The rail bolts directly to the stair treads — no wall drilling, no drywall damage, no electrical work beyond plugging into a standard outlet. He tests the lift, runs it up and down several times, and walks you through the controls before he leaves. Most Lackawaxen homes — the Masthope cabins, the Greeley raised ranches, the Fawn Lake Forest lake houses — are done by lunchtime.

Yes. The narrowest staircases we work with are 28 inches wide, and most older Lackawaxen Village cottages along Scenic Drive come in around 30 to 32 inches. The rail mounts to the treads and the seat folds up against the wall when not in use, leaving 18 to 20 inches of clear walkway for other family members. Luis measures the exact width at the assessment to confirm fit before any work is scheduled.

For a standard bolt-to-treads installation, a permit is rarely required in Lackawaxen Township, because the lift is classified as an appliance rather than a structural modification. If your install does require one — for example, an outdoor unit with concrete footings on a Rowland farmhouse porch — we handle the application with the township. Either way, there is no added cost to you.

No. The rail bolts directly into the stair treads using four to six small bolts per section. There is no attachment to the wall, no drywall cutting, and no floor drilling. When the lift is eventually removed, the bolt holes in the treads are easily filled with wood putty. For homeowners in the Village of Lackawaxen with original 1920s hardwood, we use extra care during the install and place protective mats under all tools.

The VA Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant provides up to $6,800 for veterans with service-connected disabilities and $2,000 for those with non-service-connected conditions. The grant is a one-time, tax-free benefit — it never has to be repaid. To apply, you need a prescription from a VA primary care provider and a quote from a licensed installer. The Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center at 1111 East End Boulevard (about 64 miles from Lackawaxen) processes HISA applications for Pike County veterans.

Yes, through the Community HealthChoices (CHC) Waiver, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Office of Long-Term Living. Home modifications — including stairlifts, ramps, and grab bars — are covered for eligible Medicaid recipients who need them to remain safely in their homes. The CHC Waiver has a $14,000 lifetime cap on home modifications. To start the process, contact the Pike County Area Agency on Aging at 150 Pike County Boulevard in Hawley (570-775-5550) for a needs assessment.

Yes. The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) runs the ACCESS Home Modification Program, which provides a deferred-payment loan with zero interest and no monthly payment. The loan becomes due only when the home is sold, transferred, or no longer owner-occupied. This program is available statewide, including Lackawaxen Township, for homeowners with a permanent disability or a household member with one. Applications go through PHFA-approved lenders.

We offer financing at $79/month with approved credit — no prepayment penalty, no balloon payment. This covers any of our four product lines: straight, curved, outdoor, or heavy-duty. The application is a single-page form processed during the in-home assessment. For veterans, we recommend applying for the HISA grant first and using financing to cover any remaining balance. Luis walks you through both options at the appointment so you leave with a clear price and payment plan.