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1st Choice Stairlifts Limited

5.0

66 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 08:30–17:00
  • Monday 08:30–17:00
  • Tuesday 08:30–17:00
  • Wednesday 08:30–17:00
  • Thursday 08:30–17:00
  • Friday 08:30–17:00
  • Saturday - Closed
  • Sunday - Closed

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Organisations and Awards

APRIL 2024

About

If it's an experienced, qualified lift company you want then look no further.

1st Choice Stairlifts is an independent family run company providing a wide choice of lifts that fit most stairs and homes for over 20 years.

Our Directors Coral and Colin Major have over 60+ years experience in the stairlift industry, working for the manufacturers before setting up 1st Choice Stairlifts in 2004.

We install stairlifts, Homelift Elevators and Wheelchair lifts, and we service, repair, maintain and remove lifts too.

We install new, reconditioned and Rental models for all stair types including Straight, Curved, narrow and even spiral stairs.

To try a lift out, call us to make an appointment to visit our Calne or Ferndown Showroom.

Our office is open Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5pm and our Emergency On Call Service is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Dorset: Unit E6, 9 Nimrod Way, Ferndown Industrial Estate, BH21 7UH - Call 01202 873730

Calne: 25 Harris Road, Calne, SN11 9PT - Call 01249 814528

What we do

  • Disability and mobility

    • Stairlifts
    • Step Lifts
  • More Services

    • home lifts
    • wheelchair lifts
    • outdoor wheelchair lifts

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Excellent company and stairlift
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From my first contact with 1st Choice stairlifts until the completion of the installation this morning, this company has given me 5 star treatment throughout. Paul in sales met us at the showroom and nothing was too much trouble to show mum how everything worked and how simple it was to operate the stairlift. That was a godsend in helping us to convince her to get one! The installation carried out today by Jamie was 1st class, all done very safely and Covid compliant. His work was excellent, very clean and tidied & vacuumed up behind himself. His training instruction was very clear and easy to understand. Very happy to recommend and endorse this company to anybody with mobility issues looking for assistance.
Mrs H Smith in Wiltshire Posted on 05/07/2021 , work completed 05/07/2021
The trader replied (on 12/05/2022)
Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We're really happy that we were able to help convince your mum and that she needed a stairlift and she valued our customer experience. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Owner & Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Fantastic job!
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We have a elderly mother who had a unfortunate accident,it was decided that for us to give her her independence back that we needed a stairlift,after some research we found 1st choice,we wanted a local company that would help if any problems later and we are so pleased to say1st choice have gone way above our expectations,it was a very complex stairlift but not a problem for them,they were on the ball,from start to finish they have been very helpful,and now our minds are at ease,many thanks to all the staff,very highly recommended regards Andy,Louise and of course mother.
Customer in Bath and North East Somerset Posted on 02/04/2024 , work completed 26/03/2024
1st Choice First Class
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Excellent service, from survey to installation, Polite staff excellent communication
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 20/05/2018 , work completed 20/05/2018
The trader replied (on 06/07/2018)
Thank you for your fabulous comments
Excellent service and first class installers
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My mother’s old stairlift had reached the end of its natural life and spares were becoming difficult to obtain. 1st Choice Stairlifts were the company that serviced the existing stairlift although they were not the company who installed it 15 years ago. We contacted 1st Choice to discuss a replacement, a representative of their company came out to see us and he was very patient and not at all pushy. We chose the stairlift that we wanted and everything was dealt with very swiftly. Within a week the installer arrive with the new stairlift and after introducing himself to my mother, started the work in taking the old one out. He was polite and very patient with my mother throughout his time with her. I would have no problems in recommending this company to anyone requiring a stairlift as they look after the recipient from start to finish. The stairlift is working well and is in fact better than the one that was removed. Fantastic company to deal with.
Customer in Oxfordshire Posted on 29/05/2019 , work completed 23/05/2019
The trader replied (on 06/06/2019)
Thanks very much for leaving your feedback and being a loyal customer of ours for many years. We pride ourselves on great customer service and we are delighted that you continue to have a wonderful experience with us. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
Brilliant friendly and trustworthy.
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My parents finally gave in to the fact that they needed a stairlift. 1st choice have also provided someone I care for in my job with a stairlift so I had 1st hand experience if what a good company they are. My mum had a fall so was sleeping downstairs, my father unwell sleeping upstairs. Not the best way to be. From the first phone call I was so impressed with the care and understanding of our situation. Paul came out to measure up and he fully explained all options, from paying to renting.Paul explained about aftercare and service details and left my parents under no pressure to make there choice. Jordon and Adam fitted the stairlift with care, understanding, professionalism and courtesy. They were tidy, thoughtful and kind. Once fitted they showed my mum and dad how the stairlift works, charges etc and suggested that mum have a few goes on it, they wouldn't leave until they bot felt confident and happy. Since then we have had a follow up call to check that all is okay and to ensure that mum and dad have contact details if they needed to call them. Now my mum and dad are happily enjoying cups of tea and biscuits in bed together every morning, being with each other and feeling safe. I would highly recommend 1st choice stairlifts to anyone who needs a stairlift, such a caring company, they go that extra mile to ensure that customers are happy and feel safe, to give them the freedom to live there lives the way they should, it's so nice to know that my mum and dad are happy.
Customer in City of Bristol Posted on 29/05/2019 , work completed 23/05/2019
The trader replied (on 06/06/2019)
Wow what a fantastic story thanks for sharing it with us and leaving a review. We are so happy that your Mum and Dad can enjoy their cup of tea together again and that the stairlift has improved their quality of life. Thanks for the comments you have made about the team and we shall pass them on. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
First class quality company
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We were recommended to this company by two separate people and can see why. From start to finish they were Friendly, Professional and kept us informed of the process throughout. Our stairs are curved so we had to have the stair lift made to fit. A member staff came round and measured and showed us the type of stair lifts we could choose and quoted us a price, he was a lovely man, friendly and not pushy at all. We were left to make our decision. From start to completion we had 5 star customer service, keeping us informed all the way along by lovely friendly staff. The guys who came to fit the lift were very professional and worked hard and kept the place tidy, afterwards they showed me how to use the lift. I have had follow up calls to make sure I am happy with everything. Would thoroughly recommend 1st Choice, excellent company with outstanding customer serve, thank you.
Customer in Swindon Posted on 11/02/2020 , work completed 31/01/2020
The trader replied (on 14/02/2020)
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It's wonderful to hear that you were recommended by two people and received the same great service as they did. We pride ourselves on our customer service and looking after our customers, which is why we are so happy when our customers recommend us to others. We're glad to hear that you were delighted with your stairlift and we hope it is proving such a boost to making life easier for you. Best wishes Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Excellent service
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Very professional service from initial contact to installation and commissioning. Would highly recommend as they take the time to understand the customers requirements and clearly explain the options, without any high pressure up-selling!
Customer in Oxfordshire Posted on 28/08/2020 , work completed 26/08/2020
The trader replied (on 12/11/2020)
Thank you very much for your review. We pride ourselves on no high pressure selling and great customer service so we are delighted to hear that you found our service very professional. We really appreciate your feedback and 5* rating. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Excellent chairlift, excellent installation team,
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Very helpful throughout. I was particularly keen to have the lift installed rapidly, having been let down by a previous supplier, and you were able to get the lift constructed and then installed just before the Christmas break. Cooperated fully with the need to take health safeguard measures
Customer in Oxfordshire Posted on 12/01/2021 , work completed 23/12/2020
The trader replied (on 12/03/2021)
Thank you very much for leaving us your feedback and thank you for your 5* rating, we appreciate you making the time to give us your review. We are delighted that you are happy with your stairlift and of course, we have been taking the most stringent of measures to safeguard our customers during the pandemic. We're glad and grateful that you ordered from us and we do value every customers business so thank you very much. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Director & Owner
Helpful, efficient and professional
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1st Choice Stairlifts were the only company that were able to install a lift on a technically difficult staircase, which they achieved extremely efficiently, from the first contact.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 13/02/2021 , work completed 12/02/2021
The trader replied (on 12/03/2021)
Thank you very much for your 5* review and your feedback. Because we are an independent dealer selling only the best stairlifts around, we are able to fit a lift on the most complicated and quirky stairs. So glad we were able to help you get up your difficult staircase with ease and you were very happy with our service. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director
Effective Company
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I purchased a reconditioned stairlift from this company. From the official estimate visit to the fitting I was treated with respect, politeness and a full explanation of what was required and choices available while following guidance in light of COVID - 19. A company I would trust and recommend if asked.
Jim in Wiltshire Posted on 12/04/2021 , work completed 25/03/2021
The trader replied (on 23/06/2021)
Hi Jim, Thank you so much for writing a review for us. We're so pleased that you are happy with our service and the way our staff interacted with you. Thank you for recommending us, we really appreciate it. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director