Stair lifts are essential for those with mobility challenges, but they aren’t usually covered by insurance, according to registered nurse Yelena Sokolsky, the owner of Galaxy Home Care in New York.

Prices start at $4,000, including installation. Custom features, like swivels or curved rails, can significantly increase costs. For example, Gilda in New York told us it costs $700 to add a swivel at ...

Whether due to age, illness or injury, mobility loss might lead you to investigate home stair lifts and the Bay Area stair lift contractors that install them. These chairs act as stair elevators.