If you need a wheelchair accessible home lift that lets you stay in the home you love, the Stiltz Trio Plus is one of the most popular choices on the UK market. But how much does it actually cost? Here is a transparent, up to date guide from Multicare Home Lifts covering real 2026 pricing, what drives the final figure, and how to reduce what you pay.
Key Takeaways
- A stiltz trio plus home lift typically costs £20,000 to £25,000 ex. VAT in 2026, with most fully installed projects from Multicare Home Lifts landing between roughly £22,500 and £28,000 once building work and chosen options are included.
- These figures cover survey, supply, professional installation and a 12‑month warranty, but exclude VAT and any unusually complex structural alterations.
- VAT relief may apply for lifts installed for disabled persons, potentially saving 20% on the total price.
- Costs vary with configuration (standard trio plus vs ThruCar double entry), travel height, finishes, and site specific building work identified during a free home survey.
- Customisation options will affect the final cost of home lifts, so a personalised quotation is essential.
How Much Does a Stiltz Trio Plus Home Lift Cost in 2026?
As of mid 2026, a trio home lift in the Trio Plus specification supplied and installed by Multicare Home Lifts typically starts from around £20,000 ex. VAT. In practice, complete real world projects usually fall within the £22,500 to £28,000 ex. VAT bracket once specification and building work are factored in.
For context, smaller stiltz home lifts such as the duo home lift range start from about £17,000 ex. VAT. The Trio Plus sits above this because of its larger cabin, higher capacity and additional accessibility features designed for wheelchair users.
These guide prices assume a straightforward two stop installation from ground floor to first floor, standard installations typically cover two floors going from ground to first, with a travel height of up to around 4.5 metres and standard finishes in a modern UK home. Home lift prices can vary based on building requirements and site complexity; extended travel height up to 6 m, a ThruCar configuration with wider entry points, or significant alterations in older properties will increase the price.
Every quotation from Multicare Home Lifts is fully itemised after a free home survey, so you know in advance exactly how the final figure is built up. For broader context on how much homelifts cost in the UK, our detailed pricing guide covers the full Stiltz range.
What Affects the Cost of a Trio Plus Home Lift?
Trio Plus pricing is personalised because every UK home and every user’s accessibility needs are different. Final costs depend on property layout and any necessary building work. Here are the main cost drivers for a stiltz lift:
- Model and configuration – Standard Trio Plus with a single automatic door versus the Trio Plus ThruCar with double entry doors on opposite sides. The ThruCar allows straight-through travel but adds to the price.
- Number of floors and travel height – Two stops is standard; three stops or extended travel up to 6 m requires longer rails and additional safety systems.
- Cabin size and capacity – The Trio Plus requires approximately 1.3 m² of space to accommodate a full sized wheelchair plus companion. This is inherently more expensive than a compact home lift like the Duo Plus, which has a footprint of less than one square metre.
- Property layout – Ceiling heights, joist direction, the position of load bearing walls, and whether services such as pipes or wiring need relocating all influence cost.
- Finishes and extras – Powered doors, upgraded lighting, decorative panels, an interior grab rail, or fold down seats add modestly to the base price.
Importantly, the stiltz trio home lift uses a self supporting structure with unique dual rail technology that avoids the need for a conventional lift shaft. This keeps structural building expenses lower than many traditional through floor lifts.
What’s Included in a Multicare Trio Plus Price?
Multicare aims to offer all in quotations so you are never surprised by hidden extras when buying a stiltz home lift.
What’s covered in the price:
- Initial phone consultation and free home survey across our UK service area
- Assessment of home wheelchair lift requirements and discussion of the best trio range configuration
- A written proposal explaining the chosen stiltz trio plus specification
- Manufacture and delivery of the lift, professional installation by trained engineers, and standard building tasks (cutting floor openings, fitting trims)
- A 12-month warranty on the lift and workmanship, with the option to extend cover
- A technical survey checks measurements before installation to confirm everything is ready
What is itemised separately:
Specialised building work beyond the usual scope steelwork in very old houses, major re wiring, or extensive plastering, is costed individually and explained in writing before anything starts.
At completion, Multicare provides a full handover and training session so every person lift user, including wheelchair users and family carers, feels confident enjoying a smooth home lift experience.
Typical Building Work and Additional Costs
Through floor lifts like the Trio Plus are engineered to require minimal building work and disruption, but some construction is always necessary. Installation often requires creating a through floor aperture between floors.
Realistic budget: typical building work for a stiltz trio lifts installation runs in the region of £2,500 to £4,000, depending on floor structure and finishes.
Key tasks usually included:
- Creating and trimming the structural opening between floors
- Providing a suitable power supply, usually a standard 13 amp power socket near the lift, because Stiltz lifts simply plug straight into a domestic supply
- Making good ceilings, floor coverings and skirtings around the home lift
Unusual properties, pre-war homes with complex joists, listed buildings, or loft conversions with limited headroom-may require additional time and materials. This will be discussed after the survey.
Installation typically takes around 3 to 4 days in total: preparatory building work followed by the Stiltz lift fitting itself. The Trio Home Lift can be installed in just one day once the aperture is ready. Multicare coordinates its trusted builders and lift engineers so the process is as seamless as possible, particularly where a vulnerable person is waiting for their home wheelchair lift.
VAT Relief, Grants and Ways to Reduce the Cost
A Trio Plus is a significant investment, but UK customers may qualify for substantial savings.
VAT relief at 0%: If the lift is for a chronically sick or disabled person in their own home, the stiltz home lift cost and qualifying installation work can often be supplied at 0% VAT. That turns a £24,000 ex. VAT project into £24,000 total rather than £28,800 at the standard 20% rate. Multicare can guide you through the VAT declaration process, though final eligibility rests with HMRC.
Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs): In England, means tested grants of up to £30,000 are available (Wales up to £36,000). Assistance may also be available in Northern Ireland through Housing Executive adaptation grants. An Occupational Therapist assessment is usually required and the process can take several months, but eligible households can have the wheelchair lift requires cost substantially offset.
Other ways to manage cost:
- Consider reconditioned stiltz home lifts where available
- Choose a simpler single door configuration if a full ThruCar entrance is not strictly needed
- Phase cosmetic upgrades until a later date
Why the Trio Plus Costs More, and What You Get for the Money
The stiltz trio plus is one of the industry leading home lifts in the Stiltz range, an innovative three person lift engineered specifically as a wheelchair accessible home lift. Here is what the extra investment delivers.
Space and capacity. The large interior cab space measures roughly 1040 mm × 1206 mm with a weight capacity of 250kg, making it the only wheelchair lift in the Stiltz range that can carry a standard sized wheelchair passenger and companion. The Trio lift can carry up to three passengers, offering an extra person compared to the Duo. The increased maximum weight capacity and heavier weight load capability let you easily transport luggage, walking frames and other equipment alongside a wheelchair user.
Comfort and accessibility. The lift car features a gently angled ramp wider entry points for effortless wheelchair access, the angled ramp wider opening and ramp wider entry points make boarding straightforward for users with walking frames too. Clear sides on the Trio+ model provide improved visibility and a sleek and contemporary appearance. Optional ThruCar configuration and remote control operation add further convenience.
Safety. A light curtain across the entrance, obstruction and weight sensors, a fall arrest mechanism, safety lid, and battery backup all contribute to a premium but justified price. Unlike hydraulic home lifts, the Trio Plus uses a quiet electric drive system, the quiet electric drive motor plugs into a 13 amp power socket in a remarkably small space, keeping running costs low.
What makes stiltz trio lifts stand out is how they help families overcome accessibility barriers and plan for long term accessible living. For many Multicare clients, the trio range offers far more than a lift easier way between floors; it is a genuine alternative to moving house, preserving independence and quality of life.
Choosing Between Trio Plus and Other Stiltz Home Lifts
Multicare supplies the full Stiltz range and will always help you decide whether the Trio Plus, Trio Classic, Duo Plus or another model is the most cost effective choice.
When the Trio Plus is right: users who already rely on a wheelchair or expect to, those who need space for a carer to move between floors alongside them, and households wanting to future-proof their home over the next 10 to 20 years. The trio wheelchair lift range is unmatched for this purpose.
When a smaller lift makes sense: the duo home lift is more affordable with a small footprint and suits two standing adults, but it cannot safely carry a wheelchair. The Duo lift has a maximum weight capacity of 170kg and is designed for two standing adults only. The Trio Plus has a higher upfront investment than the Duo Plus, but avoiding a future upgrade can save money in the long run. The Duo lift is the best stiltz lift for small homes where an extra person capacity isn’t needed. Annual servicing is recommended for both lift models.
Multicare’s role is to assess the property, listen to your medical and lifestyle needs, and recommend the most suitable-not necessarily the most expensive stiltz trio configuration. For wheelchair lifts discover which model fits by arranging a free, no obligation home survey so you receive a tailored stiltz home lift cost quotation inside your actual property.
FAQs About the Cost of a Stiltz Trio Plus Home Lift
These frequently asked questions cover common cost related queries not fully addressed above. Answers reflect information available in 2026 and UK regulations; always confirm details when you enquire.
Is a Stiltz Trio Plus cheaper than moving to a bungalow?
In most cases, yes. While a Trio Plus installation can cost £22,500 to £28,000 ex. VAT, moving home typically involves estate agency fees, stamp duty, solicitor costs, removals and potential renovation, often exceeding the lift on the market price, particularly outside London. For homeowners settled in their community, installing a domestic lift through Multicare is usually more economical and far less disruptive than selling up.
How much does it cost to run a Stiltz Trio Plus each month?
The Trio Plus uses a quiet electric motor comparable to a domestic appliance and Stiltz lifts plug into a standard 13 amp power socket with very low energy consumption per journey. Most users find electricity adds only a few pounds per month. Regular servicing (typically annually) is a more significant ongoing cost than power and should be budgeted as part of long term ownership. Stiltz lifts are designed to reduce structural work compared to traditional home elevators, which also keeps lifetime costs down.
Can I spread the cost of a Trio Plus home lift?
While Multicare Home Lifts may not always offer in house finance, many customers use third-party finance, equity release, or savings to spread the cost. We recommend speaking to an independent financial adviser if you are considering borrowing. Any finance arrangement is separate from the Multicare contract, which focuses on clear, fixed pricing for the floor lifts installation and associated building work.
Does the Trio Plus add value to my property?
A home lift may make a property more attractive to buyers seeking improved accessibility, although any increase in value cannot be guaranteed. A neatly installed lift with a contemporary appearance and small footprint can broaden a home’s potential audience, though value increases are not guaranteed to match the full installation cost. Most Multicare customers justify the investment on independence, safety and avoiding an unwanted house move rather than resale value alone.
How accurate are online price guides for a Stiltz Trio Plus?
Online price ranges are useful for initial budgeting, but final costs always depend on a professional survey of your specific property including structure, layout and user requirements. Multicare provides free, no obligation surveys and written quotations for stiltz home lifts so you receive a firm figure before making any commitment. Avoid relying solely on headline “from” prices, especially if you need a ThruCar entrance, extra travel height or significant building modifications.