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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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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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Rapid, efficient response.
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I needed to install a chair lift for my wife at short notice. From first contact to having a working stairlift was four working days. I was well advised on the model and it works fine and meets all our needs.
Customer in Swindon Posted on 25/04/2020 , work completed 26/03/2020
The trader replied (on 18/06/2020)
Thank you very much for leaving us a review and taking the time to comment on our service. We are very pleased that you found the lift easy to use and that it meets your wife's needs. We hope that the stairlift has made a big difference for her and that she can get up and down stairs easily now. Best regards Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
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First Choice Stairlifts was amazing. Very tidy very professional. Due to covid19 the gentleman that fitted the lift was very professional with safe distancing, wearing ppe to protect himself and myself too. Also the gentleman that fitted the electric supply, and all that was involved with the telephone calls. I would fully recommend first choice stairlifts with a 5 star.
Customer in Bath and North East Somerset Posted on 22/04/2020 , work completed 01/04/2020
The trader replied (on 01/05/2020)
Thank you very much for leaving us a review. We really appreciate all the reviews that are left for us and we love hearing about how you found our service. We are certainly operating (as key workers) in very strange times due to the pandemic, but we have adapted and changed our way of working in order to protect our customers and staff, both of whom are our number one priority. We are pleased to hear that you found our approach reassuring and very professional. Our team were really happy to hear your views when I shared your review with them. Most of our work is from personal recommendation, so we would really appreciate it if you were able to recommend us to others that may need our help. Best wishes, Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Fast response & efficient workmanship
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The company arranged a fitting date within 1 week of my call. The fitter was efficient, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The price was very reasonable. I would have no hesitation in recommending this company
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 09/03/2020 , work completed 09/03/2020
The trader replied (on 01/05/2020)
Thank you very much for leaving a review, we really appreciate it. We are so happy that you pleased with our service and pride ourselves on being a great company to deal with. We will pass your kind comments onto our team. Most of our work is through personal recommendation so we'd be delighted if you could recommend us to others. With best wishes, Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Excellent
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Friendly, efficient, tidy and thorough. All team members we had contact with were very helpful, Kieran with the home assessment and quote, Jamie & Adam with fitting and thorough handover. Mum is very happy with her stairlift which makes life much easier.
Customer in Somerset Posted on 11/02/2020 , work completed 30/01/2020
The trader replied (on 14/02/2020)
Thank you very much for leaving us a review, we really appreciate it. We are delighted to hear that you nd your Mum were happy with our service and rated us 5*. So glad that your Mum is finding life much easier now with the help of her stairlift. I will pass your kind comments onto our team. Thank you again, best wishes Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
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
Brilliant company
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Every member of staff I spoke with was so friendly and helpful. So impressed with my stairlift it has changed my life, I’m no longer dreading climbing the stairs and getting back down was awful too but now there is no worry. Fitting the stairlift was very professional, friendly and very quick. I would highly recommend 1st Choice Stairlifts
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 05/02/2020 , work completed 28/01/2020
The trader replied (on 07/02/2020)
Thank you so much for your very kind review. So delighted to hear that the stairlift has been life changing. I've just passed your comments onto the team and they loved hearing your review and seeing how much the stairlift has improved your quality of life. Kind regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Prompt service and a great help
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I have had an issue with cancer over the new year which has rendered me unable to walk. We were put on to 1st Choice Stairlifts as they do rental packages which make their lifts more affordable. We took this up and a rep was out the same day to assess our requirements. He was very helpfull and understanding and there was no pressure to go for something more expensive he just focused on what we were asking for. He was able to sourcexa lift which could be fitted a few days later. We went ahead and sure enough the installer arrived on time and completed the job quickly and left no mess. He ran through all the features and use of the lift ensuring we had a full understanding before he left. Everyone we have encountered from 1st Choice whether face to face orxon the phone have been very friendly and helpful. I couldnt recommend them enough.
Customer in Swindon Posted on 04/02/2020 , work completed 20/01/2017
The trader replied (on 12/02/2020)
Thank you so much for leaving a review we really appreciate you taking the time to do this. We are delighted to hear that you are happy with your rental lift and hope that it has helped you to make life a lot easier. I will pass your lovely comments onto our team who will be really pleased to hear your kind comments. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts.
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Excellent service. Prompt response and fitting. Good customer communication. Friendly and understanding staff
Customer in Swindon Posted on 04/01/2020 , work completed 19/12/2018
The trader replied (on 15/01/2020)
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate it. Your feedback will be passed on to our team who will be delighted to hear your great comments. Thank you for making us your 1st choice for your stairlift installation. Best regards, Coral Affleck-Major, Director and Owner at 1st Choice Stairlifts
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I have used this firm for over 10 years and have found them thoroughly reliable and good value for money. The phone is always answered promptly too.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 07/12/2019 , work completed 31/05/1219
The trader replied (on 17/12/2019)
Thank you very much for leaving us a review. So delighted to hear that you have been enjoying our service for over 10 years. We work really hard to achieve great customer service so our team will be delighted to hear your great comments. We really appreciate you being a customer and thank you once again for leaving such a wonderful review. Best regards Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Good & efficient service from start to finish.
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From the first contact 1st Choice were friendly, helpful & efficient. Our installation was carried out on time, and the work was carried out without too much disruption and noise. No mess was left behind and the engineers took care throughout. A few days after the installation there was a technical problem with our lift, but 1st Choice came out the same day to correct it and there have been no problems since.
Larry Posted on 20/11/2019 , work completed 04/11/2019
The trader replied (on 17/12/2019)
Thank you so much Larry for your brilliant review. We are so pleased you are happy with our work and we will pass on your kind comments to our team. We do take great care in our customers homes and as you say, we even have our own vacuums and clean up after ourselves too. We were sorry to hear that you had a little technical problem, but we do pride ourselves on our aftercare service, so it's good to hear you were really pleased with us sorting it out straight away the same day you called. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really do appreciate your time. Best regards Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Now upwardly mobile
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Prompt, pleasant, courteous response from the first phone call to make an enquiry. I had been in much pain trying to manage the stairs which put me at risk of falling. 1st Choice Stairlift responded to the urgency with reassurance, quality products from Oto lifts and a clean, neat and strong installation by efficient engineers. We spoke to six different members of staff and all were most helpful; rightly described as a friendly family firm.
Customer in Oxfordshire Posted on 26/10/2019 , work completed 24/10/2019
The trader replied (on 17/12/2019)
Thank you so much for leaving us a lovely review. We're so pleased you chose us to make your stairs a safer place and appreciate that you chose us to install a stairlift for you to help you get up and down stairs pain free. We do choose our staff very well because we want to deliver the very best customer service possible, so thank you for saying how wonderful our team are. We will pass your kind comments onto them. Thank you once again for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review, we really do appreciate it. Best regards Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Great local company
1st Choice have been a pleasure to deal with. They seem to be an efficient, friendly and well run local company which provides an excellent service. The on-site team who fitted the lift took great care and were very professional. They thoroughly deserve this positive review and I have no hesitation in recommending this company to prospective customers.
Roydon - Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 20/09/2019 (Reviewer did not use service)
The trader replied (on 17/12/2019)
Thank you very much Roydon for leaving these kind comments and taking time out to leave us a review. We will let our excellent team know that you thought we delivered excellent service and it's fantastic to hear that you would recommend us to others. As most of our business comes from word of mouth recommendation, we really appreciate you recommending us. Best regards Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
Well executed fitting - product works well
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Our stairlift was fitted within the estimated time and was done in a clean professional way. We are very pleased with its performance. The care and consideration from 1st Choice Stairlifts has been excellent.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 21/08/2019 , work completed 12/08/2019
The trader replied (on 17/12/2019)
Thank you for taking the time to write us a lovely review, we really do appreciate it. We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with our service and rate us 5*. We do greatly value customer feedback and we are very grateful that you chose us to install your stairlift and look after you and your lift. Best regards Coral Affleck-Major, Owner and Director at 1st Choice Stairlifts
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I needed a stairlift fitted quickly for my elderly mother so I booked an appointment for the Monday. The salesman, Kieran, arrived promptly, was friendly, helpful and very informative. He measured up and gave us quotes to cover purchasing new, reconditioned or rental. We visited the showroom for a demonstration the following day and made arrangements for a rental lift to be fitted on Friday. The engineer arrived early, he was a clean and tidy worker and had mum’s stairlift fitted and working within 3 hours, explained with simple to understand instructions. It has made such a massive difference to my mother, she now feels much more confident around her home. Thank you to all the staff at 1st Choice
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 14/08/2019 , work completed 26/07/2019
The trader replied (on 03/09/2019)
Thank you so much for your kind comments, we are really happy that the lift has made such a difference to your Mother and she is happy and confident in her home. We shall pass on your thanks to all the staff. Thank you. 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.
Excellent service!
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From the first call I made to 1st Choice Stair Lifts right through to the installation of my Mum’s stair lift the company have been absolutely fantastic. Lindsey and her team were fabulous; extremely helpful and a joy to deal with. We were kept up-to-date at every point of the process. The engineer, Adam, installed Mum’s stair lift swiftly, without mess and didn’t leave until he was sure that Mum was happy using the stair lift. I can’t fault 1st Choice Stair Lifts and would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone needing a stair lift.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 26/07/2019 , work completed 18/07/2019
The trader replied (on 03/09/2019)
We are so happy to hear that you have had a great experience with us at 1st Choice Stairlifts. This is exactly what we want to achieve for our Customers from first point of contact to installation; we also really appreciate you taking the time to leave your review. Thank you. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
Marvellous, caring company
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My wife has had a 1st choice stair lift for three years. It has proved to have been an excellent product. The company has always been totally customer focused and has given wonderful service. We have always felt valued as a customer. The stair lift has given my wife back her independence. It has been regularly serviced by 1st choice. The most recent service was carried out on 20th June and the engineer did a great job, his attention to detail was outstanding and he did not leave until everything had been checked and my wife had used the stair lift and was completely happy. We have in fact recommended the company to three people who have had stairlifts installed and they are delighted with their purchase and the service they have had. I have no hesitation in recommending 1st Choice to anyone who is in need of a stairlift, they will not be disappointed.
Graham, Bradford-on-Avon Posted on 20/06/2019 , work completed 17/06/2019
The trader replied (on 03/07/2019)
Thank you very much for your kind comments and being a loyal customer of ours. We are delighted that you feel valued as our Customer and are so happy that the Stairlift has given your wife her independence back. We pride ourselves on great customer service and we thank you for your recommendation of our Company to others who have gone on to become our Customers too. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
Brilliant
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We are absolutely thrilled to bits. They were great and we would recommend them to anybody.
Mr R Hatter, Whiltshire Posted on 14/06/2019 , work completed 14/06/2019
The trader replied (on 25/07/2019)
Thank you so much for your comments. We are delighted that your experience has been a great one and that you would recommend our Company to others. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
Excellent
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Excellent service, the engineers were efficient and experienced. They took the time to show me how everything works and made sure I fully understood. I can now get up and down the stairs!
Veronica, Corsham Posted on 01/06/2019 , work completed 01/06/2019
The trader replied (on 03/07/2019)
We are really proud of our Customer Service and are so happy to read your kind comments. We will pass on your comments to the team who will be pleased to hear that you are happy with your stairlift and that it is making a positive difference. 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.
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.
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.
Very good. Efficient.
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Very good. Were on time from initial contact. They were quick to come out and give advice. Service was fast and efficient.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 28/02/2019 , work completed 28/02/2019
The trader replied (on 06/06/2019)
We are really happy that you are pleased with our quick service. Thank you for leaving your comments. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
Excellent friendly service.
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1st Choice Stairlifts was one of three companies I asked to quote for an installation. The Surveyor was professional, friendly, not pushy and the price was good. Installation was done in a morning with one engineer from 1st Choice and another from the loft manufacturer. It all went according to plan, no problems to report and my wife and I are delighted.
F Robin R, Wiltshire Posted on 29/08/2018 , work completed 29/08/2018
The trader replied (on 06/06/2019)
Thank you very much for your kind comments, we really appreciate you leaving your feedback. We will pass on your comments to the team who will be really pleased to hear that you and your wife are happy with your stairlift. Coral Affleck-Major, Director.
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