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Stair Lifts

Stairlift Rentals

Not every need is permanent. If you're recovering from surgery, coming home from the hospital, or hosting a family member for a while, a rental stairlift gives you safe stairs now — installed quickly and removed when you no longer need it.

Safe stairs for exactly as long as you need them

Some situations call for a stairlift for weeks or months, not years — recovering from a hip or knee replacement, a hospital discharge, rehab, or a loved one staying with you. A rental stairlift solves the immediate problem without a permanent purchase.

Why families choose a rental

  • Fast — often installed within a day or two.
  • Flexible — keep it as long as you need, then we remove it.
  • Affordable — pay for the time you use, not a full system.
  • Safe — the same swivel seat, seat belt, and battery backup as a purchased lift.

Short-term now, options later

Rentals fit straight staircases best. If your need turns out to be long-term, we can discuss moving to a purchased new or refurbished lift, or a curved stairlift if your staircase turns. And if a wheelchair user needs level access, a platform lift may be a better rental fit.

A licensed local team, ready fast

Ocel Builders installs, services, and removes rental stairlifts across the Twin Cities. As a registered Medicaid provider (NPI/UMPI), we can also help you check waiver or VA coverage. Call us and we’ll get you home safely.

Frequently asked

Questions about stairlift rentals

How does a stairlift rental work?

We install a stairlift on your straight staircase, you use it for as long as you need, and we remove it when you're done. It's ideal for short-term recovery or a visiting family member.

How fast can a rental be installed?

Rental stairlifts on straight staircases can usually be installed quickly — often within a day or two of your call — so you can get home safely without a long wait.

What if I end up needing it long-term?

No problem. If your needs change, we can talk about applying the rental toward a purchase or switching to a permanent lift, including a curved model if your staircase requires it.