Bradshaw Stairlifts

Bradshaw Stairlifts: stairlifts to help you stay independent at home

Bradshaw Stairlifts is a family-run company based in Chigwell (Essex) dedicated to the sale, rental and installation of stairlifts. Founded in 1994 by Martin Bridge, the company continues to operate under the management of the Bridge family and has accumulated more than three decades of experience in the sector. Its work focuses on helping people remain in their homes safely and independently, with solutions tailored to both straight and curved staircases.

Models and rental or purchase options

Bradshaw Stairlifts' range is organised into two main product types according to the staircase configuration, and each offers the option of rental or purchase.

Stairlifts for straight staircases

Straight stairlifts are designed to fit virtually any straight flight. According to the company, installation is usually completed within two to three days of the free assessment visit. They are described as quiet, smooth and durable. The published terms include:

• Rental: from £1,000, with free installation and removal, servicing included and breakdown support.
• Purchase: from £1,500, with full ownership of the equipment, a buy-back option from the company for up to five years and a full aftercare package.

Stairlifts for curved and complex staircases

For staircases with curves, half landings or tight turns, the company manufactures bespoke stairlifts. Each rail is designed specifically for the customer's staircase, with the aim of ensuring a safe and reliable fit. The options available are:

• Rental: from £1,500, with the first six months for a curved section at £950 and £950 for each additional six months. Includes free installation and removal, as well as servicing and repairs covered.
• Purchase of reconditioned equipment: from £2,999, fully installed, with a 12-month warranty, free home survey and a buy-back option of up to five years.

What the service includes

The company stresses that its prices hide no additional costs: installation, servicing and removal of the equipment are included in the terms offered. In addition, all stairlifts come with a 6 or 12-month warranty covering parts and breakdowns. The support line is available 24 hours a day, with the option to take out engineer cover also around the clock.

Installation is carried out by the company's own qualified local engineers, and the company states that most equipment is installed within a few days of the assessment visit. For those who purchase a stairlift, there is the option for Bradshaw to buy it back up to five years later and to remove it free of charge when it is no longer needed.

Recognition in the health and social care sector

Bradshaw Stairlifts states that it has worked alongside occupational therapists and Macmillan nurses, and that its services are recommended by local authorities, hospitals, hospices and district nurses. The company installs equipment from the Acorn brand, one of the most widely used stairlift manufacturers in the UK, according to its own presentation.

Geographical coverage

Based in Chigwell (Essex), the company provides installation, servicing and repair services across Essex, London, Kent, Hertfordshire, Surrey and Sussex. Among the locations mentioned are Chigwell, Loughton, Romford and Brentwood. The company notes that even if a customer is outside these areas, they can enquire whether their request can be accommodated.

Track record and customer reviews

Location and contact

199 Manford Way, Chigwell, Essex IG7 4DJ · Email: info@bradshawstairlifts.co.uk