Expert Stairlift Installation in Montrose, CO

Most straight stairlift installations in Montrose take 3 to 4 hours from arrival to final test. Curved rail installs take 5 to 6 hours. Outdoor units take about 4 hours. We schedule a single visit — no return trips. Luis arrives with the rail prepped, bolts it to the treads (not the wall), mounts the seat, plugs the unit into a standard outlet, and tests every function before he leaves. The only thing you need to do beforehand is clear the staircase of obstacles.

No. The rail bolts directly to the stair treads — not the wall, not the floor at the top or bottom landing. For hardwood treads like the original oak you find in Montrose's historic Victorians, we use bolt-through brackets that leave no visible marks if the lift is ever removed. The seat carriage rides on the rail, not on the stairs. No drywall work, no repainting, no floor repair. The unit plugs into a standard 120V outlet near the stairs.

Yes. We regularly install stairlifts on staircases as narrow as 28 inches wide. Many of Montrose's early-1900s bungalows and Victorians have staircases in the 30–32 inch range. The seat folds up when not in use, leaving about 18 inches of walking clearance. For exceptionally tight spaces, we can specify a perch seat — smaller footprint, same function. Luis measures every staircase at the assessment and confirms fit before you sign anything.

Our outdoor stairlifts are IP55-rated — fully weather-sealed against rain, snow, and dust. At Montrose's 5,800-foot elevation with winter lows dropping into the teens and regular freeze-thaw cycles, we spec marine-grade seals and corrosion-resistant aluminum rails. The battery backup runs in a heated housing so it holds charge through cold snaps. We've installed outdoor units on Ridgeline Drive and higher-elevation properties — they operate reliably through full Colorado winters.

Yes. The VA HISA grant covers stairlift installation for qualifying veterans. Service-connected veterans can receive up to $6,800 — enough to fully cover a straight stairlift. Non-service-connected veterans can receive up to $2,000. The grant is one-time, tax-free, and never needs to be repaid. Montrose veterans start the process at the Montrose VA Clinic (CBOC) at 154 Colorado Avenue, Montrose CO 81401, 970-249-7791, which is part of the VA Western Colorado Health Care System under the Grand Junction VA Medical Center.

Yes. Colorado's Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD) Waiver includes a Home Modification benefit with a $14,000 lifetime cap. Stairlifts qualify as an approved home modification under this benefit. Montrose residents enrolled in the EBD Waiver can apply through their case manager at Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid program). The process requires an in-home occupational therapy assessment and prior authorization. Once approved, the $14,000 cap covers the stairlift, installation, and any related accessibility modifications.

The Colorado Home Modification Tax Credit is a state income tax credit of up to $5,000 per qualified individual per tax year. It applies to stairlifts installed to improve accessibility for a person with an illness, impairment, or disability. The credit is available for modifications completed in tax years 2019 through 2028 and can be carried forward for up to eight years. You must have a documented medical need and the modification must be completed before you claim the credit.

Beyond the VA HISA grant, the EBD Waiver, and the state tax credit, Montrose County seniors may qualify for the USDA Section 533 Rural Housing Preservation Grant — Montrose County is classified as rural. Some long-term care insurance policies cover stairlifts as durable medical equipment. We also offer a short-term rental program ($200–$300/month) for seniors recovering from surgery who may not need a permanent install. Our in-home assessment includes a full review of funding options. Call us — we'll walk you through every program that applies to your situation.