If you or someone you live with has begun to find it difficult to climb the stairs comfortably or safely, you may be wondering whether it’s time to move house. Relocating to a bungalow can make it easier and safer to move around your property independently; however, moving house is no easy feat. It takes…

There are many benefits to having a stairlift installed, but before you can take advantage of it, it’s important to prepare your property in advance. During the initial consultation, your stairlift installers will likely have run through the process and how long the installation will take. This will give you an indication of what you…

We’re taught from a young age that we must be careful when climbing up and down the stairs, and this is something we need to bear in mind throughout life. This is especially true as we become older or develop mobility issues. We often need to use the stairs multiple times a day and it…

When you have a stairlift installed the last thing you want is to experience problems. However, like all technology, issues can occur and cause major issues if they aren’t sorted quickly. When you rely on the stairlift everyday maintenance is key. In this blog, we explain some of the most common stairlift problems and how…

If you’re thinking about having a stairlift installed or have a family member that could benefit from one, organising a consultation will help you to understand your options. It’s important not to rush your decision whether you’re deciding which model is best or whether you need a stairlift at all – and a consultation can…

There are many factors that can affect a person’s mobility such as old age or underlying health problems. When you start to notice these changes it can feel a little scary, but the best thing you can do is determine the root cause of the problem. Here we explain some of the most common causes…

Loss of mobility is a common experience among older adults, but it can also affect younger individuals due to injury, illness, or long-term health conditions. These changes often occur gradually, making it easy to overlook early warning signs. However, recognising the symptoms early on can help you take proactive steps – such as considering a…

Here at Alfix, we realise that this is a highly personal choice that needs to be considered carefully. Here we share our very short guide to making the right decision, with some of the most important factors to consider. Temporary or permanent installation In some scenarios, you might just need a stairlift for a couple…

There is plenty you can do to adapt your home to make it a safer environment for yourself or your loved one. Often there are just a few changes that can be made that make a huge difference. Here in this blog, we have listed a few of our recommended options. Consider a stairlift installation…

We’ve made a list of some summer safety tips so that you can enjoy this gloriously sunny weather and still stay as safe and healthy at the same time. Look out for signs of heat-related illnesses Continued exposure to the sun can cause a number of heat-related illnesses, each of which has different degrees of…