What it really costsA straight indoor stair lift typically costs $2,500 to $5,000 installed in 2026 — most homes land between $3,000 and $4,500. A curved staircase needs a custom-bent rail, which pushes the price to $8,000 to $15,000. Outdoor straight lifts run $3,500 to $7,500 with weatherized hardware.
We install and service Bruno and Harmar stair lifts across East Texas — both brands start around $2,800–$3,000 installed for a standard straight staircase. Every quote we give includes measurement, installation, and a real service department afterward. See our home accessibility equipment, or the owner’s manuals we keep for the equipment we sell.
Why curved costs three times as much
A straight lift uses standard rail sections cut to length. A curved lift’s rail is measured, then custom-fabricated for your exact staircase — every bend, landing, and switchback is built once, for one house. That fabrication is most of the price difference. If your staircase has a turn or intermediate landing, get a site visit before you budget.
What changes the price
The staircase itself
Length, turns, landings, and how much room exists at the top and bottom. If the rail would block a doorway at the bottom, a folding or retractable rail solves it — and adds cost.
Options and capacity
Power swivel seats, power-folding footrests, larger seats, and higher weight capacities each add to the base price. Most riders don’t need every option — a good dealer fits the lift to the rider, not the brochure.
What the quote includes
Compare quotes on the same terms: measurement, delivery, installation, batteries, electrical work, warranty, and service afterward. A low price that excludes installation isn’t a low price.
Frequently asked questions
How long does installation take?
A straight lift is usually installed in a few hours, in one visit. Curved lifts take longer end-to-end because the rail has to be fabricated first — plan on a few weeks from measurement to riding.
Does Medicare cover a stair lift?
Generally no — Medicare treats stair lifts as home modifications, not durable medical equipment. Some Medicare Advantage plans, Medicaid waivers, VA benefits, and state programs can help. Ask us what applies in Texas before you rule it out.
Do stair lifts work during a power outage?
Yes — modern Bruno and Harmar lifts run on batteries that charge from the rail, so the lift keeps working through an outage until the batteries run down.
Talk to Access 2 Mobility before you decide
We’re Access 2 Mobility, East Texas’s largest mobility showroom, in Tyler and serving Longview, Waco, and the surrounding areas. Send us a photo of your staircase and we’ll tell you straight or curved, roughly what it costs, and when we can measure. Contact us here.
