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1st Choice Stairlifts Limited

5.0

75 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today -
  • 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 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.
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Very impressed with the professionalism of the surveyor and installers from 1st Choice, who were recommended by an occupational therapist. Clear explanations and good advice. Definitely make an appointment to visit the showroom to try out controls. We had two stairlifts fitted. The whole process was much more straightforward than I had expected; I'd been sceptical about the feasibility and worrying unnecessarily about making the stairs difficult for ordinary use. Not so. It's also a much quicker process than anticipated. Despite both lifts needing curved rails, it took only three weeks from 1st Choice's first visit to installation (which took two men one day). Very definitely recommend the firm.
Customer in Reading Posted on 14/12/2020 , work completed 11/12/2020
The trader replied (on 12/03/2021)
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate you taking the time to leave us your feedback. I passed your comments onto our team and we are all pleased that you are delighted with our service and that any worries you may have had about having a lift (or 2) fitted have gone. We hope it is making a big difference to your life. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to give us a call. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Director & Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
First Choice Stairlifts - friendly professional service from start to finish
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Much sooner than anticipated I was needing a stairlift to be installed for me & right from the beginning of the process, I was completely involved. From testing a lift during lockdown to installation of a straight stairlift took less than 2 weeks & everything was carried out by lovely professional people in a completely Covid safe way. The installation engineer took time to make sure I was happy with operating the stairlift & everything was finished within a few hours & all clean & tidy. First Choice have contacted me since to check that everything is going well & I feel confident that I can call them easily should I have any queries. The company are local to me but they were also recommended by an Occupational Therapist. The easy process & friendliness of the staff have definitely made an emotional situation much easier to cope with. Thank you First Choice Stairlifts!
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 18/01/2021 , work completed 02/12/2020
The trader replied (on 12/03/2021)
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and your 5* rating, we really do appreciate it. We are so pleased that you found the whole process easy and yes we do pride ourselves on recruiting only the loveliest people to look after our customers so glad we made such a difference to you. We are here for you if you need us so please don't hesitate to give us a call anytime. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Director & Owner
Excellent customer service
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They asked me to call when my dad came out of hospital the very next day they fitted the stairlift as it was essential for his well being. I would definitely recommend this company.
Paul in Bath and North East Somerset Posted on 26/05/2023 , work completed 24/05/2023
The trader replied (on 22/12/2023)
Thanks for your review, we really appreciate you taking the time to review the service you received. We're so glad your Dad could come home safely thanks to the installation and hope all is well. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Joint MD and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts.
professional and friendly company
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We needed a chair lift at fairly short notice. 1st Choice stairlifts did what they could to speed things up - even managing to bring forward our installation date - it was just 9 days from our first telephone call to them, to installation and training! All of our contacts were professional and friendly, easy to talk to from start to finish, which made it a very easy process
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 07/11/2023 , work completed 01/11/2023
The trader replied (on 22/12/2023)
Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so happy that you are delighted with your lift and the speed of service. Our team loved hearing your comments. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review we really appreciate it and value having you as a customer. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Joint MD and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
5* Team & Service
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From my first contact ( recommended by Occupational Therapist ) to installation, the whole team has been courteous, friendly, respectful & professional. I organised everything for my mum. Living in London I had to time everything to work around my visits. From initial meet with Colin at mums home, right through to Adam fitting was only 4 weeks. Colin & Adam were pleasant to meet. Installation was slick, & everything was left spotless with a thorough coaching with mum on using the chair.
Customer in Bath and North East Somerset Posted on 14/06/2024 , work completed 14/06/2024
The trader replied (on 10/06/2025)
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience. We're delighted to hear that our team provided courteous, friendly, and professional service from your first contact to installation. It's wonderful to know that the process was smooth and efficient, especially given your busy schedule coordinating everything for your mum. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality service and ensuring our customers and their families feel comfortable and well-supported. Your kind words about the team and the installation process mean a lot to us. Thank you again for trusting us to support your mum's needs. We're glad we could make the experience as easy and stress-free as possible. Best regards, everyone at 1st Choice Stairlifts.
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
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.
Highly Recommendable
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From start to finish the service was fantastic. The installer Paul was pleasant and carried out the work very efficiently and without any fuss or mess. I would highly recommend using 1st choice stairlift to any of my friends as it has made my life a lot easier and safer.
Customer in Gloucestershire Posted on 30/05/2019 , work completed 17/05/2019
The trader replied (on 06/06/2019)
Thanks very much for your comments. We are delighted to hear that your customer experience was great and that the stairlift has made a difference to your life. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
Pleasant, efficient service
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We had to have a stair lift fitted at short notice. We were very pleased with the excellent service provided by 1st Choice. Friendly, helpful, staff and clean and efficient fitter who, having installed the equipment, made quite sure we understood how to use it before leaving our house. We highly recommend this company.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 09/08/2019 , work completed 25/06/2019
The trader replied (on 03/09/2019)
We thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are so happy that you are very pleased with the service we provided and that you would recommend us to others. Thank you. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.