# Platform Lift UK

> Free independent lift matching service connecting UK homeowners and businesses
> with vetted lift installation companies across England, Wales, and Scotland.
> No fees to customers. No obligation. We do not install lifts — we match you
> with the right vetted specialist for your property, lift type, and budget.

## Core Pages

- [Home](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/): Independent platform lift matching service UK
- [About](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/about): Who we are and how the matching service works
- [Projects](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/works): Real lift installations completed by vetted companies in our network
- [Articles](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles): Independent lift guides, cost breakdowns, and installation advice
- [Contact](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/contact): Get in touch or request a free no-obligation quote
- [Book a Quote](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/book-a-free-quote): Start your free lift matching request

## Lift Types

- [Step Lifts](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/step-lifts): Low-rise vertical platform lifts for entrance steps, indoor and outdoor use. Starting from £6,389.
- [Homelifts](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/homelifts): Through-floor home lifts for residential properties without a traditional shaft. Starting from £17,575.
- [Platform Stairlifts](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/incline-platform-lifts): Incline platform lifts for straight and curved staircases in homes and commercial buildings.

## Case Studies

- [Step Lift — South West England](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/works/case-study-vertical-platform-step-lift-coastal-residential): Vertical platform step lift installed at a split-level coastal residential property restoring independent access
- [Home Lift — South West England](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/works/case-study-elevate-ava-reach-home-lift-residential): Elevate AVA Reach homelift installed in a residential property restoring independent floor access
- [Platform Stairlift — North West England](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/works/case-study-straight-incline-platform-stairlift-commercial): Straight incline platform stairlift installed in a commercial property for Equality Act compliance

## Articles

- [Disabled Facilities Grant and Platform Lifts](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/disabled-facilities-grant-platform-lift-uk): DFG eligibility, grant amounts, and how it applies to platform lift installations in the UK
- [Wheelchair Lifts UK — Complete Guide](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/wheelchair-lifts-uk-—-the-complete-guide-for-homeowners-and-businesses): Complete guide to wheelchair lifts for homeowners and businesses
- [Commercial Platform Lifts UK](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/commercial-platform-lifts-uk-architects-project-managers): Complete guide for architects and project managers on commercial platform lift installations
- [Domestic Platform Lifts UK](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/domestic-platform-lifts-uk-complete-guide): Complete homeowner guide to domestic platform lifts — types, costs, and installation
- [Incline Platform Lifts UK](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/incline-platform-lifts-uk): Everything you need to know about incline platform stairlifts in the UK
- [Step Lifts UK — Complete Guide](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/step-lifts-uk-complete-guide): Costs, types, planning permission, installation times, and choosing the right installer
- [Home Lifts UK — Complete Guide](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/home-lifts-uk-complete-guide): Complete guide to home lifts for UK homeowners — types, costs, and what to expect
- [Dumbwaiter Lifts UK — Complete Guide](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/dumb-waiter-lifts-uk-complete-guide): Guide to dumbwaiter lifts for homes and businesses — capacity, cost, and installation
- [How Long Does a Lift Last?](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/how-long-does-a-lift-last-uk): Lift lifespan guide — when to replace a platform lift or homelift in the UK
- [How to Choose a Lift Company UK](https://www.platformliftuk.co.uk/articles/how-to-choose-a-lift-company-uk): 7 things to check before hiring a lift installation company in the UK

## Key Facts

- Service is free to customers — funded by vetted lift companies in the network
- Covers all UK regions including England, Wales, and Scotland
- Lift types covered: step lifts, homelifts, cabin lifts, platform stairlifts, dumbwaiters
- Typical installation time: 1–2 days
- Average customer rating: 4.78/5
- Step lift costs typically start from £6,389
- Homelift costs typically start from £17,575
- Planning permission not usually required for residential step lift or platform lift installations
- Properties in conservation areas or listed buildings may require listed building consent
- Equality Act 2010 compliance is a key driver for commercial platform lift installations