Lift Engineers for Chorley
Chorley has grown a lot, with Buckshaw Village and new housing alongside its schools, leisure centres, offices and town-centre shops. We service, repair and install lifts across the area from our base in Darwen.
We work on all the major makes of lift.
Schools and Academies
A school lift may be used by only a few pupils, but for them it’s essential. We plan servicing outside lesson times and save bigger work for the school holidays, so the lift is available when it’s needed.
Leisure and Public Buildings
Leisure centres, libraries and community buildings need their lifts working for the public every day. We keep visits short and planned, and we give you clear records to show the lift is maintained and examined.
Home Lifts and Platform Stairlifts
For people who want to stay in their own home, a lift can be a better long-term answer than moving. We install compact home lifts and platform stairlifts, and we’ll survey your house and talk you through the options before you commit.
Servicing and Maintenance
We base each lift’s service frequency on the manufacturer’s instructions and how hard it works. Every visit covers the doors, safety circuits, drive, levelling and alarm.
LOLER Examinations
Lifts carrying people need a LOLER thorough examination at least every six months. Your insurer usually arranges this. We’ll carry out any remedial work the report asks for and keep your records in order.
Breakdowns and Repairs
Doors cause most breakdowns, followed by levelling and controller faults. We’ll give you a realistic arrival time and keep you updated if parts are needed.
Lift Services Across Chorley
We cover Chorley along with Buckshaw Village, Euxton, Coppull, Adlington, Whittle-le-Woods, Clayton-le-Woods and Charnock Richard. See all the areas we cover.
Looking for a lift for your home? See our home lift installation in Chorley.
Need a lift engineer in Chorley? Call 01254 775187 or send us a message.
Frequently Asked questions
Why are school platform lifts often key-operated?
A key switch means only trained staff or authorised pupils can use the lift, which reduces misuse and damage.
Can a platform lift be installed during the school holidays?
Often, yes. Many platform lifts can be installed within a few days once preparation work is done, so the summer holidays are usually ideal.
What is Part M of the Building Regulations?
Approved Document M covers access to and use of buildings. It sets out when a lift or platform lift is needed and the sizes and features it should have.
How much space does a platform stairlift need?
It depends on the width of the stairs and the space at the top and bottom. The rails and folded platform take up some of the stair width, so we measure at the survey.
Can a platform stairlift go round a curved staircase?
Yes. Some platform stairlifts are designed for curved stairs and can travel around bends and landings.
What if the lift breaks down with a wheelchair user upstairs?
Your building’s emergency plan should cover it, including how the person will be helped down safely if needed. Don’t try to move them down the stairs without the right equipment and training.
Do pool hoists count as lifting equipment?
Yes. Pool and changing-place hoists lift people, so they need a LOLER thorough examination at least every six months as well as regular servicing.
What checks should school staff do on the lift?
Make sure it travels normally, the doors close properly and the alarm works, and report anything unusual straight away.