Using environmentally friendly stairlifts could make it easier to get around your home and keep you out of trouble during certain parts of the year, but what does this mean exactly? It means there are several benefits you can get from using this kind of stairlift, like helping reduce your carbon footprint by reducing your energy costs.

The majority of stairlifts are powered by electricity, but they can also be powered by gas, hydraulics, solar power, and manual footwork. Some stairlifts are even recyclable when you’re done with them. That means they can be recycled in the same way that aluminum cans are collected and re-used to make new things! This is in stark contrast to the manufacturing process of many other pieces of home furniture, which require materials like plastic and vinyl, both of which can take hundreds of years to decompose in landfills.

Here’s more information on how stairlifts help the environment.

Reconditioned Stairlifts

When it comes to environmental impact, no product can beat a reconditioned stairlift. Most people don’t consider that there are huge numbers of previously used stairlifts that can be bought from companies that sell their refurbished models. Many people don’t realize that a second-hand model will work, and a new one and will cost far less money and have a much smaller carbon footprint. Going with reconditioned is a great option for those who need to replace their old model but want to do so in an environmentally friendly way. If you think about all of the waste created by manufacturing something new, it’s no surprise why so many find refurbished devices preferable to new ones.

Stairlift Removal

When it comes to environmental responsibility, removals are just as important as installations. If you’re replacing an existing stairlift, schedule its removal with your service provider instead of disposing of it yourself or paying someone else to do so. The service rep will transport your old equipment to a recycling facility. This type of setup is called end-of-life management, and it ensures that products are recycled responsibly—and not thrown in a landfill. Most companies will charge an additional fee for end-of-life management; ask about it before scheduling your installation or removal appointment.

Stairlift Usage

A recent study found that at least 10% of people who live in homes with stairs use them regularly. This is good news for anyone looking to reduce their carbon footprint. Stairlifts are eco-friendly devices that eliminate unnecessary trips up and downstairs, saving both energy and time; they can increase air quality because there’s less traffic on stairs (which means less sneezing); and if your property isn’t accessible without stairs, you may even qualify for tax credits! People over 60 are especially likely to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by using a stairlift; however, younger people can benefit as well.

Stairlift Recycling

Instead of discarding a worn-out or damaged staircase lift, consider recycling it. Recycling a stairlift is not only good for your wallet but also good for Mother Earth. Keep in mind that most insurance companies will either pick up your old equipment at no charge or provide you with a shipping label to ship it back to them. You may be able to receive cash or credit toward a new replacement if an extended warranty from the manufacturer still covers it. In some cases, you may be able to receive cash from selling your lift on Craigslist or another site.