Improving your home accessibility is an act of foresight and responsibility to safeguard your future independence. By installing a lift, you transform your dwelling into a resilient environment that adapts to your needs over time.
This intelligent investment not only removes physical barriers but also enhances the value of your property, providing the peace of mind you are looking for.
Why is it vital to adapt your home for the future?
Spain exceeds 83 years of life expectancy, which brings natural mobility challenges.
- Context: 1 in 5 households includes a family member with a disability.
- Demographics: There are already more than 8 million people over the age of 65.
- Prevention: In multi-storey houses, staircases become structural barriers. Adapting the home prevents accidents such as falls when carrying weight or making unnecessary physical efforts.
Anticipating mobility issues is essential to maintaining your quality of life. We invite you to discover the story of Carmen and her new accessible home, or the testimony of the Pérez family regarding their regained autonomy, real cases where the house was finally adapted to the people, and not the other way around.
The technology behind a barrier-free home
For a home adaptation to be successful, technology must provide a discreet solution that integrates into daily life without disrupting the harmony of the household or increasing family expenditure. In this respect, choosing single-phase traction systems allows a lift to move away from being perceived as industrial equipment and instead become a domestic component.
Energy and structural integration
Adapting a dwelling depends on technologies that integrate seamlessly without disrupting the home’s structure. Single-phase traction systems transform the lift into an efficient domestic installation based on three pillars:
- Energy efficiency: Operates with only 1.5 kW, equivalent to the consumption of a small household appliance, minimising impact on electricity bills.
- Simplified electrical connection: Operates using a standard 220V single-phase supply, avoiding modifications to the consumer unit or procedures to increase contracted electrical power.
- Space optimisation: Machine-room-less design with no counterweights, allowing installation in reduced shafts and maximising usable floor space.
This engineering approach guarantees a clean and rapid transition towards full accessibility. For maximum reliability, you can consult the specifications of our SHE-Elevator single-phase lifts, designed to deliver optimum efficiency within any modern residential architecture.
How to choose the appropriate model according to available space
Every home has its own architectural characteristics and therefore requires specific spatial and circulation solutions. It is essential to find solutions adapted not only to the number of floors but also to the cabin dimensions required by your household.
If you are seeking full accessibility, our adapted lift model SHE 004 is the ideal option due to its spacious design. This model meets the same standards that guarantee accessibility in public buildings and commercial premises, where adapted lifts are legally required to ensure universal access.
Usage requirements
| Usage Requirements | Minimum Shaft | Cabin Dimensions | User Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact spaces | 800 x 800 mm | 550 x 670 mm | Individual use, maximum optimisation. |
| Standard comfort | 900 x 900 mm | 650 x 700 mm | Comfortable use for one person carrying shopping bags or light loads. |
| Full accessibility | 1,230 x 1,220 mm | 1,000 x 1,200 mm | Wheelchairs and companion (Regulatory compliance). |
What technical requirements guarantee your safety?
Your family’s safety is non-negotiable. Therefore, even a domestic lift must comply with the same safety standards as a conventional passenger lift.
Regulatory and essential components
Every installation must include CE marking and comply strictly with the Machinery Directive and UNE-EN 81-41 standard.
Mandatory elements include:
- Automatic rescue system: Automatically opens doors in the event of power failure.
- Constant communication: Two-way communication system in the cabin and emergency lighting during power outage.
- Active protection: Safety gear activated by overspeed governor to ensure controlled stopping in case of malfunction.
Is installing a lift a good financial investment?
Installing a lift in a single-family home is no longer a luxury but a strategic property investment.
Property value increase
Property market studies indicate that the presence of a lift may increase resale value between 5% and 20% compared to similar houses without one.
Cost and grants analysis
- Price range: Typically between €11,950 and €25,000 depending on stops, technology and finishes.
- Affordable maintenance: From €30 per month, as inspection requirements are less stringent compared to communal elevators.
- Grants: National and regional grants are available for the removal of architectural barriers (e.g. Next Generation funds or housing improvement schemes).
Additional accessibility improvements
- Entrance minimum width: 0.80 m with non-slip flooring.
- Corridors: 0.90 to 1 metre wide.
- Replace hinged doors with sliding doors.
- Switches, intercoms and controls positioned at 1.40 metres height.
Frequently asked questions
Is structural work required?
Yes. A minimum pit of 100–200 mm is generally required, depending on model.
Can a lift be installed externally?
Yes. Installation is possible via a self-supporting external structure if the minimum internal space of 1 m² is not available.
Is maintenance the same as communal lifts?
No. Domestic lifts operate under the Machinery Directive, simplifying and reducing maintenance costs.
What door width is required for wheelchair access?
A minimum clear opening of 0.80 metres is required.
Accessibility as a guarantee for the future
Improving home accessibility is the best strategy to ensure your quality of life remains independent of physical ability in the future.
Choosing low-consumption single-phase technology balances three pillars:
- Technical efficiency
- Family safety
- Responsibility: a home that adapts to you
If you wish to know the ideal configuration for your property and receive a personalised accessibility assessment, contact our specialists.
