All of our stairlifts carry the EASE OF USE COMMENDATION
Stairlift VAT
Generally, Independent stairlifts are VAT exempt. Please see the guide lines below –
Category one: No Stairlift VAT is due as long as the user is suffering from a chronic illness ie; Cancer, MS, Parkinson’s Disease,Arthritis, Asthma, Diabetes, Heart Disease etc, is terminally ill or Disabled either mentally or physically. Other illnesses are covered please check with our surveyor.
Charities do not pay Stairlift VAT.
Category two: If you do not suffer from any of the illnesses above but you are over the age of 60 years old 5% VAT is applicable.
For example a 65 year old with a broken leg or ankle etc would qualify for 5% VAT.
A 58 year old with a broken leg or ankle etc would not qualify and would have to pay 20% VAT.
Category three: Care homes, Offices, Shops, Public Buildings and businesses etc, and if you are under the age of 60 years old and do not have a critical illness the standard 20% VAT is applied.
Independent Stairlifts guarantees the best like-for-like price for all the stairlifts we provide. If you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re happy to give advice and help in finding the solution that is right for you, all at no cost or obligation.
