If you have identified a need to install a lift, you may not be quite sure which type will be best. Here are some of the main points to consider, to help you choose the most appropriate type of lift for the building.

How many people do you want to transport?

The first thing to decide is how the lift will be used. If it is for wheelchair access, or just to transport one to three people at a time, a platform lift may be the best solution. If there is a high volume of traffic in a public building, or there are more than four storeys, then a larger capacity passenger lift will be needed.

How much space is there in the building?

If the building is still in the design and planning stage, then it is much easier to incorporate the lift shaft from the start. Sometimes, lift shafts can be fitted to existing buildings, if there is sufficient space. If there is not the capacity to build a lift shaft, then a platform lift might be a more suitable solution.

Will the lift be aesthetically pleasing?

It is important in most cases that the lift should fit in and complement the décor of the building. Lifts are available in a range of finishes and fittings to suit, and you can specify colours and materials for both the exterior and interior trim in many cases.

Put a maintenance plan in place

Finally, once the lift has been installed, it is important to keep your lift well maintained and adhere to a regular servicing schedule. LOLER examinations or lift inspections are legally required to be completed regularly by a competent person. This will reduce the likelihood of problems occurring in the future, ensure that it is safe to operate, and will extend its lifespan.

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