American Elevator helps you take the stairs out of the equation with a straight stair lift that restores safe, steady access between floors without construction delays or major disruption. We install trusted equipment from Stannah and Bruno, with smooth rides, strong safety features, and dependable everyday performance, all backed by the same American Elevator team for straightforward, consistent service after installation.
The Siena 600 is Stannah’s straight stair lift built for strength and everyday reliability. With a 350-lb rated capacity, a wide seat and powered footrest, and a slim Silver or Bronze rail that sits tight to the wall, it’s a practical fit for a wide range of users and staircase layouts, including narrow stairs and basement entries where clearance is tight.
The powered footrest folds up and down at the touch of a button, so there’s no bending at entry or exit. The seat height is adjustable and set during installation for a comfortable, tailored fit. Two included remotes let the lift be called to either landing, which is useful in multi-user households or caregiver situations. Constantly recharging batteries keep the unit operational even during a power outage. For staircases where a fixed rail end at the base creates a clearance or tripping concern, an optional retractable rail resolves the issue without structural modification. Rated for one person at 350 lbs, available in seven upholstery colors.
The Starla is Stannah’s most customizable straight stair lift, designed for users who want more control over comfort, operation, and appearance. The high-backed seat can be set to a comfortable height during installation, and the one-hand seatbelt and light-touch directional controls make daily use straightforward for users with limited hand mobility.
The slim rail mounts to the staircase rather than the wall, keeping stairs usable for other household members and minimizing installation impact. Arm isolation prevents the controls from engaging until the downside armrest is fully lowered, and safety sensors stop travel if an obstruction is detected. Wall controls allow the lift to be called or sent from either floor. Upholstery options include fabric and vinyl in multiple colors, with optional light or dark wood trim, and seatbelt configurations ranging from standard to diagonal to five-point harness depending on user needs.
The Stannah 320 is purpose-built for exterior staircases, providing reliable access to driveways, decks, porches, and outdoor entries without the footprint or permanence of a ramp. It fastens directly to existing stair treads with minimal structural impact, making it a clean solution for projects where preserving the look and function of an outdoor space matters.
The 320 is weather-resistant and UV-stable, rated for operation from 14°F to 105°F, with a protective cover that shields the unit from the elements between uses. Operation is straightforward: unfold, sit, fasten the lap belt, and use the joystick to travel. The manual swivel seat rotates at the top landing to face away from the stairs, creating a natural barrier and allowing for a safe, controlled exit. Landing controls with key locks on both ends let users call or send the lift from either level. Rated for one person at 300 lbs, with a minimum staircase width of 27 inches.
Two optional upgrades extend what the Siena 600 can do in more demanding installations. The Retractable Rail raises automatically as the lift travels up and lowers on the return, eliminating the fixed rail end at the base of the staircase where it could otherwise create a tripping hazard. It’s a practical solution for high-traffic entryways, narrow hallways, or any space where the base of the staircase serves as a primary transition point.
The Power Swivel rotates the seat automatically at the landing for a controlled dismount without the user needing to twist or reposition. It’s available in one-way or two-way configuration and is frequently recommended for users with joint pain or limited range of motion. Both options can be discussed during your consultation with the American Elevator team to confirm fit and compatibility with your staircase.
With American Elevator, you can move forward without turning your home into a construction zone. A straight stair lift installation fits directly to your staircase, so there’s no shaft to build and no major structural work to plan around. Our team measures your stairs, confirms the right setup, and gets you on a clear path to a quick, safe install.
When safety and day-to-day independence are on the line, the details behind the install matter. American Elevator brings a disciplined process, reliable equipment, and in-house support that stays with you after your straight stair lift is in place.
It’s the most common thing we hear, and it almost never gets resolved through logic alone. What tends to work is reframing the equipment: a stair lift isn’t an admission of limitation, it’s what keeps someone in their own home on their own terms for longer. A lot of people come around once they’ve actually ridden one, because the experience doesn’t feel clinical. If your family member is open to it, bring them to our Suwanee showroom and let them try one without any pressure. A conversation with our team can also help, because we’ve had this talk hundreds of times and can usually offer a perspective that lands better than family pressure.
Weight limits vary by model, and some stair lift systems offer higher-capacity configurations for users who need them. We confirm the right model based on the user’s weight during the consultation, and we won’t install a system that isn’t rated for the application. If your family member is near the standard limit, we’ll talk through the appropriate equipment options. We’d rather have that conversation upfront than after installation. Contact us or review our straight stair lift options to get started.
This is a common concern and one that’s well addressed in current stair lift design. The rail is mounted along the wall side of the staircase, and when the lift is parked at the top or bottom, it folds to minimize obstruction. Most families with ambulatory members find they can still use the stairs comfortably alongside the installed rail. We evaluate your specific staircase width during the site assessment to confirm clearance. Reach out with your stair dimensions and we’ll give you a direct answer.
Stair lifts operate on a rechargeable battery system, which means a power outage doesn’t strand the user mid-flight. The lift will continue to operate on battery power through a normal outage. The batteries recharge continuously when the lift is connected to power, so they’re typically at full capacity when you need them. If there’s an extended outage and battery life runs low, the lift should be used to return the rider to a safe floor and parked there until power is restored. We walk through this as part of the homeowner orientation after installation.
We understand the urgency. For straight stair lifts, American Elevator works to keep systems in stock and move through the consultation, site measurement, and installation process as efficiently as the schedule allows. In many cases, we can have a straight stair lift installed within a few weeks of initial contact, depending on our current schedule and your stair configuration.