Your Source for Residential Vertical Platform Lifts in Munising, MI,
As the premier Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) serving homeowners in Munising, Michigan, and throughout the Upper Peninsula, the Barrier Free Store is the company to turn to for mobility solutions perfectly suited to your needs. We understand that every situation is unique, and what might work for one person may be wrong for another. Take front door accessibility, for instance. Many homes in our region have elevated entryways, whether it’s at the top of a few steps or a long flight of stairs. For homeowners who use a wheelchair or mobility scooter, this can be an issue. Wheelchair ramps are one way to overcome this challenge, but the higher the elevation, the bigger the ramp has to be, and this can be a non-starter for homes that simply do not have the space for them. Residential vertical platform lifts, on the other hand, require much less space and can be tucked up next to an existing staircase or exterior wall, making them a viable alternative to ramps.
Like an Elevator for Your Home
But what, exactly, is a vertical platform lift? Also called porch lifts or wheelchair lifts, these mobility devices work like open-air elevators. The spacious platform is enclosed on two or three sides by walls. Completing the enclosure is either a front gate or front and rear gates that provide roll-in, roll-out access. Our residential vertical platform lifts are made by Bruno, a leader in the industry, and feature:
- Pressure-controlled rocker switches to initiate up and down operation
- Sensors that automatically stop the lift if an obstacle is detected above or below the platform
- Lifting capacities of up to 750 pounds and ascents of up to 14 feet
- Standard backup battery systems on all lifts above 10 feet
Our wheelchair lifts are available in many sizes and configurations, including indoor models. And for outside lifts, cold-weather packages that include extra protection for batteries and other temperature-sensitive electronics are available.
If you’d like to learn more about having a residential vertical platform lift installed at your home in Munising, MI, reach out to the Barrier Free Store today.
