Platform lifts for homes and businesses
A wheelchair lift, also called a vertical platform lift or porch lift, raises a wheelchair or scooter straight up beside a porch, deck or short flight of steps. It makes a building accessible in a few square feet, without the length a ramp needs and without major renovation.
Nationwide Lifts of Central New York installs the Apex series of vertical platform lifts in homes, schools, places of worship, offices and public buildings. Apex lifts meet national and local safety codes, and our team handles the planning, installation and testing. There are four models to choose from: the Apex Green, Apex Hydro, Apex Complete and Apex Elite.
The Apex Green is a rugged, weather-resistant platform lift for porches, decks and small business entrances.
It is a practical choice for a home porch lift where the rise is a few steps.
The Apex Hydro is a hydraulic vertical platform lift with a quiet, smooth ride and plenty of lifting power for homes, offices and public buildings.
The Apex Complete is a factory-enclosed vertical platform lift for outdoor installations that need protection from the weather, at homes and businesses alike.
The Apex Elite is a fully customizable enclosed lift for high-end homes and commercial spaces where appearance matters as much as access.
Steps should never keep someone out of their own home or business. Nationwide Lifts of Central New York installs Apex wheelchair lifts for homes and businesses in Syracuse, Rochester, Utica and Binghamton.
Models range from open porch lifts to fully enclosed lifts built for year-round outdoor use in our climate. We look at the height to be covered, the space available and the local code requirements, then recommend the lift that fits. Installation includes testing and a walkthrough of the controls and safety features.
Our guide to vertical platform lifts and porch lifts covers the options in more detail.
For a home, the aim is usually simple, reliable access at the main entrance, and an open lift such as the Apex Green is often all that is needed. Commercial and public buildings have code requirements for accessible routes, and we help owners choose a lift that meets them.
If the steps inside the home are the obstacle, a stair lift or a home elevator may be the better answer. We can advise on all three during one visit. Request a free wheelchair lift quote.
A ramp needs a lot of length to stay at a safe slope, so it suits a rise of a step or two. A platform lift covers a higher rise in a few square feet, which makes it the better choice for most porches and decks.
Yes. Outdoor models are built with weather-resistant materials. In winter, keep the platform and landing clear of snow and ice, as you would the steps.
It depends on the model. Platform lifts are designed for porches, decks and rises of up to about one story. We confirm the right model for your height during a site visit.
Yes. We install wheelchair lifts in commercial and public buildings that need an accessible entrance or access between levels.
