Platform Lift & Home Lift
Installation
Telford
Platform lift and home lift installation across Telford and the surrounding Shropshire area.
150mm
Minimum pit depth
3–5 days
Typical installation
EN 81-41
Safety standard
Platform Lifts in Telford
OnLevel — the UK's fastest,
lowest-disruption lift solution
Telford is a new town named after the great civil engineer Thomas Telford, built across the old coalfield where the Industrial Revolution took root in the Ironbridge Gorge. The borough sweeps from the slopes of the Wrekin hill down through Wellington, Dawley and Madeley to the Severn at Ironbridge. Whether you live in a Victorian terrace near Oakengates, a 1970s estate house in one of the planned districts, or a newer build close to the Telford shopping centre, OnLevel installs platform lifts and home lifts suited to your property and the way you use it.
We install home lifts, commercial platform lifts, wheelchair lifts and through-floor lifts across Telford — including Wellington, Madeley, Ironbridge, Dawley and Oakengates. Every installation is handled by our own SafeContractor accredited engineers (CN8516), usually within three to five days.
Residential & Commercial
Platform lift solutions for every building in Telford
Residential
Home Lift Installation
Telford's housing runs from older terraces in Oakengates and Dawley to the planned estates laid out when the new town grew, and many of these two-storey homes reach a point where the staircase becomes the obstacle. An ageing parent, a partner recovering from a hip replacement, or a long-term mobility condition can all make the upstairs feel out of reach without forcing a move. A home lift from OnLevel answers that without the disruption of moving house or giving up a downstairs room. Our residential lifts tuck neatly beside an existing staircase, need no separate plant room and only a shallow recess, and go in with very little building work. That suits Telford's estate houses and the older properties near the Wrekin alike, keeping the upheaval to a few quiet days.
Explore home lifts for TelfordCommercial
Commercial Platform Lift
If you run a shop in the Telford centre, manage a unit on one of the business parks, or look after a public building anywhere across Telford and Wrekin, the Equality Act 2010 places a duty on you to make reasonable adjustments for disabled visitors and staff. For most premises the most practical answer is a commercial OnLevel platform lift. We work with offices, retail units, surgeries, schools, care homes, churches and visitor attractions right across the borough, from the heritage sites around the Ironbridge Gorge to the modern frontages of the town centre and the industrial estates at Halesfield and Hortonwood. We survey your site, work around your trading hours and recommend the lift that fits your space, your budget and the access duty you need to meet. Our lifts comply with Part M of the Building Regulations, BS 6440:2023 and BS 8300:2018.
Commercial platform lifts in ShropshireThrough Floor
Through Floor Home Lifts
A through-floor lift rises straight up through a neat opening in the ceiling, carrying you from the ground floor to the first without a shaft or a separate machine space. It is the most unobtrusive home lift we fit, and it works well in the compact estate houses of Telford where every square metre of floor is already spoken for. When it is not in use the car parks on the upper landing, leaving the room below clear and the ceiling aperture closed over. We handle the structural opening, the finishing and the making-good ourselves, so the work is contained and tidy. For many Telford households it is the simplest way to reach the bedrooms and bathroom upstairs without rearranging the whole house around a staircase.
Through-floor lifts for Telford homesAccessibility
Wheelchair & DDA Access
For wheelchair users in Telford, Wellington, Madeley, Dawley and Ironbridge, a wheelchair platform lift gives genuine independent movement between floors at home, or a level way into a building that sits up a few steps. We fit both vertical lifts that travel between full storeys and short-rise step lifts for an awkward threshold or a split-level entrance. All of our wheelchair lifts are DDA compliant and suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
DDA-compliant wheelchair lifts in Shropshire
At home in any space
Built for Telford's most
demanding buildings
From heritage conversions and listed properties to modern new builds, the OnLevel lift slots in where traditional lifts cannot go. The 150mm pit depth, self-supporting structure and bolt-together installation mean it can be retrofitted into existing buildings without major structural work — so you keep the character of the space and still deliver compliant, dignified access.
Whether the setting is a converted warehouse, a period townhouse, or a brand-new commercial fit-out, the lift becomes part of the architecture — not a compromise added after the fact.
Get in touchWhy Choose OnLevel
The smarter lift for Telford properties
150mm Pit Depth Only
The shallowest pit requirement of any platform lift in the UK market — suitable for ground floors where excavation is not possible.
Installed in 3–5 Days
No extended site programmes. Our engineers complete the full installation, commissioning, and LOLER inspection in just three to five working days.
EN 81-41 Certified
Meets the European standard for inclined and vertical platform lifts used by persons with impaired mobility. Full compliance documentation included.
BIM-Ready Specification
Full BIM object files available for all models. Ideal for architects and designers specifying the lift at design stage for new-build residential and commercial projects.
Dual-Use Configuration
Platform lifts can be configured for both passenger and goods use — ideal for retail premises, care homes, and multi-use commercial buildings.
Full Handover Pack
Every installation includes a LOLER-compliant handover pack, operation and maintenance manuals, warranty certificate, and compliance documentation.
The Process
From first contact to completed installation in Telford
Tell us about your lift need and we will take it from there.
-
1
Tell Us About Your Project
Contact us with your requirements. We are flexible and work with all kinds of properties and situations across England.
-
2
We Call You
One of our team will call you to discuss your project. If you prefer email we are on standby 24/7.
-
3
Quotation & Site Survey
We provide an indicative quotation. Where needed we arrange a site visit subject to location and project scope.
-
4
Manufacture & Delivery
Your lift is manufactured to specification and delivered as a complete pre-tested unit ready for installation.
-
5
Installation & Commissioning
Our engineers complete the full installation followed by commissioning testing and LOLER inspection.
-
6
Handover & Aftercare
Full documentation pack training on operation and an optional maintenance contract for ongoing peace of mind.
FAQs
Platform lift questions for Telford
How much does a platform lift cost in Telford?
The price depends on the type of lift, how many floors it serves and the particular layout of your Telford property. A through-floor home lift differs from a full commercial passenger lift, so we always survey first and then send a written quotation with no hidden extras. Get in touch and we will give you an accurate figure for your home or premises.
Do I need planning permission for a lift in Telford?
An internal home lift inside an existing house almost never needs planning permission, as the work stays within the building. Permission may apply to an external lift, a listed property, or a structure within the Ironbridge Gorge conservation area. We advise on this during the survey and, where consent is genuinely needed, help you prepare what Telford and Wrekin Council require.
How long does it take to install a lift in Telford?
Most domestic lifts in Telford are installed within three to five working days once the survey is complete and the unit has been manufactured. A straightforward through-floor lift can be quicker, while a commercial passenger lift with extra building work may take longer. We confirm a clear timetable before we start so you know exactly what to expect.
Can a platform lift be fitted in a 1970s estate house in Telford?
Yes. The planned estate houses built when the new town grew are well suited to a compact home lift, as their regular floor layouts give a clear run between the ground and first floors. We assess the upstairs landing and the room below, choose a footprint that fits, and install with minimal structural work so your Telford home stays liveable throughout.
Is a platform lift better than a stairlift in Telford?
It depends on your needs. A stairlift is cheaper and follows the staircase, but a platform lift carries you between floors and takes a wheelchair, frame or scooter with you. For Telford residents wanting long-term independence and a more discreet result that adds value to the home, a platform lift is usually the stronger choice over the years ahead.
Do you service and maintain lifts in Telford?
Yes. We service and maintain every lift we install across Telford, Wellington, Madeley, Dawley and Ironbridge, with planned visits to keep the lift safe and reliable. Our engineers are based to reach the whole of Telford and Wrekin quickly, and we offer service agreements that include regular inspection, testing and priority callout if anything ever needs attention.
How much space does a platform lift need in a Telford home?
Less than most people expect. A through-floor lift needs only a small footprint and a shallow recess rather than a deep pit, and a beside-the-stairs home lift fits into space many Telford houses already have spare on the landing. During the survey we measure both floors carefully and recommend a model that suits the room you actually have available.
Are your lift installers accredited in Telford?
Yes. We are SafeContractor accredited (CN8516) and our lifts meet EN 81-41, Part M of the Building Regulations and BS 8300:2018. Every Telford installation is carried out by our own trained teams rather than subcontractors, and each lift is tested, certified and signed off before handover, so you receive a fully compliant installation backed by clear documentation.
Platform lift installation near Telford
We cover the whole of Telford, including Wellington, Madeley, Ironbridge, Dawley, Oakengates, Shifnal, Newport, Broseley, Much Wenlock and Shrewsbury.
More OnLevel platform lift locations across Shropshire
We install and service OnLevel platform lifts in towns right across Shropshire:
Telford sits on the M54 and the A442, with Telford Central railway station on the Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury line, so our engineers reach every part of the borough quickly whether you are near the town centre or out towards RAF Cosford.
Get Started Today
Ready to install a platform lift in Telford?
Tell us about your project. Our engineers will assess your property and confirm the best solution — with an indicative quotation.