Vertical Platform Lift Installation
Steps in the way? We'll lift you over them.
A vertical platform lift raises wheelchairs, scooters, and power chairs safely over any raised entry, deck, or porch. No ramp angle, no stair struggle. Just smooth, quiet vertical travel wherever you need it.
What It Is
The Solution for Anyone Who Can't Use the Stairs
A vertical platform lift (VPL) is a powered platform that raises and lowers straight up and down. It bypasses steps entirely, making it the right solution for wheelchair users, scooter riders, and anyone who cannot safely navigate a staircase at all.
Western Stairlifts installs the Atlas Mini VISTA and the Harmar Highlander II, covering everything from compact single-step porch entries to elevated deck transitions requiring several feet of vertical travel.
Built for indoor and outdoor use, our VPLs feature stable platforms, fold-down ramps, locking safety gates, and simple push-button controls accessible from both the ground level and the upper level.
- Full wheelchair and power scooter compatibility
- Outdoor-rated for year-round exposure
- Fold-down ramp and locking safety gate on every model
- Battery backup keeps the lift running during outages
Is It Right For You?
A VPL Lifts Where a Ramp or Stairlift Cannot
If you use a wheelchair or scooter and have steps blocking your entry, a vertical platform lift is the direct solution. If you need access across multiple full floors of your home, a residential elevator may be a better fit.
Wheelchair and Scooter Users
A VPL is purpose-built for mobility devices. The platform is sized to fit wheelchairs, power scooters, and powerchairs without transferring out of the device.
Elevated Porch, Deck, or Entry
Any raised entry with steps blocking wheelchair access is an ideal candidate. VPLs work on exterior porches, interior step-ups, garages, and deck transitions.
Indoor Floor-Level Transitions
Short indoor rises between split-level floors or sunken living areas can be resolved with a compact indoor VPL where a ramp is not practical.
Access Across Multiple Full Floors
For travel between multiple floors of a home, a residential elevator provides more capacity and range. We will confirm the right fit during your evaluation.
Not sure which solution fits your situation? Our free evaluation will confirm the right fit.
Atlas and Harmar VPL installation
Indoor and outdoor use. No ramp angle. No stair risk.
The Process
From Evaluation to Your First Lift
Free In-Home Evaluation
A trained technician visits your home and assesses the entry, deck, or floor transition that needs lift access. We measure the rise height, available footprint, and surface conditions to recommend the right VPL model.
Model Selection and Scheduling
We confirm the right Atlas or Harmar model for your rise height, weight requirements, and environment. Installation is typically scheduled within days of your evaluation, not weeks.
Professional Installation
Our factory-trained team arrives with everything needed and completes the full installation in a single day in most cases. The lift anchors to the existing surface with no major structural modifications required.
Full Walkthrough
Before we leave, your technician walks through every function: upper and lower controls, fold-down ramp, safety gate, obstruction sensors, and battery backup. We stay until you feel completely confident using it.
Our Promise
Right lift, right fit. Installed in a day. No damage to your home.
The Models We Install
Atlas and Harmar VPLs
We install Atlas and Harmar vertical platform lifts because they cover the full range of residential and light commercial applications. From the compact Atlas Mini VISTA for short-rise entries to the heavy-duty Harmar Highlander II for taller deck transitions, we match the right model to your specific rise height and mobility device.
Our technicians are factory-trained on every model, so the team that evaluates your home installs your lift with full knowledge of the system from day one.
- Up to 750 lb capacity
- Fold-down entry ramp
- Battery backup included
- Upper and lower controls
- Automatic obstruction sensors
- Indoor and outdoor rated
Available models
- Atlas Nano Vertical Platform Lift (up to 64″ rise, 800 lbs)
- Atlas Mini VISTA Vertical Platform Lift (short-rise, 750 lbs)
- Harmar Highlander II (heavy-duty, extended rise height)
Need access across multiple floors? Residential elevators are built for full floor-to-floor travel.
Mini VISTA — Starting From
Configure Your Mini VISTA
Choose your tower position, add call stations, and select safety gates to match your entry. Every lift starts at $3,950.
Starting Price
$3,950
Up to
750 lbs
Includes
- Battery backup system
- Upper & lower controls
- Fold-down entry ramp
- Automatic obstruction sensors
Or schedule a free evaluation first
Who It's For
Our Customers Come to Us for Many Reasons
Wheelchair Users
Those who use a manual or power wheelchair full-time and need a way to access a raised porch, deck, or entry without transferring out of their chair.
Aging in Place
Homeowners who want to remain in their home long-term and need a permanent, safe solution for a raised entry or deck that has become a barrier.
Family Caregivers
Adult children or spouses setting up a parent's or partner's home for long-term accessibility, especially where a ramp is not practical due to space or slope.
Scooter and Powerchair Riders
Power scooter and powerchair users who cannot safely navigate steps and need a level boarding surface at both the ground and the upper landing.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a vertical platform lift cost?
How long does installation take?
Can a VPL be used outdoors in rain or snow?
What is the weight capacity?
Does insurance or Medicare cover it?
What if I lose power?
Service Areas
Serving Utah, Idaho & Arizona
From the Wasatch Front to the Boise Metro and the Phoenix Valley. Our installation teams cover the entire region.
Get Started Today
Not Sure if a Vertical Platform Lift Fits Your Home?
Our team does free in-home evaluations with no pressure and no obligation. We will assess your entry, confirm whether a VPL, ramp, or elevator is the right call, and give you an honest quote on the spot.