Wheelchair Lifts in Orange County, CA
Platform Lifts for Porches, Garages, Decks
Wheelchair and platform lifts for Orange County homes
If someone in your home uses a wheelchair or scooter, a ramp is not always the answer. A ramp has to stay gentle, so it gets long, and many Orange County lots do not have the room. A platform lift takes the same rider up in a few feet of floor space. Advantage Elevator installs and services residential wheelchair lifts across the county from our office at 2942 Century Place in Costa Mesa.
We are a Savaria Elite dealer, and the platform lifts below come from Savaria’s wheelchair-lift line. We focus on homes. We also handle light-commercial jobs such as small offices and churches, but residential work is what we do most and know best.
- Free in-home site visit to measure the rise and the landing
- Vertical, multi-level and inclined platform lifts
- Installation, service and repair by one local team
- Licensed California contractor (CSLB C-11 #1027832), with a 4.9-star Google rating across 300+ reviews
Savaria V-1504 vertical platform lift
Savaria Multilift
Savaria Delta inclined lift
Platform lift options
V-1504 vertical platform lift
Multilift VPL
Delta inclined platform lift
Where wheelchair lifts go in a house
Front porch and entry steps. Hillside homes in Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Clemente and Laguna Niguel often have an entry that sits a few steps, or a full flight, above the street. A vertical platform lift near the door can replace a ramp that would never fit on a narrow, sloped lot. The V-1504 and Multilift are listed for travel in this range, and the Delta IPL suits a longer flight of stairs.
Garage to living level. In split-level and hillside houses, the garage often sits several steps below the kitchen. A platform lift lets a wheelchair user come and go from the car without going around the house.
Pool deck and backyard. Many Orange County lots have raised patios, terraces or a pool deck a few steps above the house. A lift gets a rider to the yard without a long ramp across the lawn. We look at exposure and finish, because coastal salt air and sun are hard on outdoor equipment.
Indoor level changes. Sunken living rooms and half-flights between levels are common in 1970s and 80s tract homes in Mission Viejo, Irvine and Anaheim Hills. A short-rise platform lift can handle those changes inside the house.
Platform lift or home elevator
A platform lift is the lower-cost, quicker answer for a short rise. The V-1504 and Multilift are meant for a few feet of travel. The V-1504 can also travel up to 23 feet inside a hoistway for residential use, with up to four stops, which gets close to elevator territory.
If you need to move between full floors every day, carry things on the ride, or want a car that looks and feels like part of the house, a home elevator is usually the better fit. Pricing depends on the model, number of stops and construction — see what a home elevator costs. We give you both options, with real numbers for your house, so you are not guessing. Our elevator installation page explains the process.
What the install involves
Site visit. We measure the rise, the landings, the clearances and the path to the door. We ask about the rider, the chair and any scooter, because platform size and weight rating depend on them.
Power. The lifts above use ordinary household circuits. The V-1504 needs 120 volts at 20 amps. The Multilift needs a dedicated 120 volts at 15 amps. The Delta IPL charges its battery from a standard 120-volt outlet. We confirm the circuit before the install date.
Permits. Where your city’s building department requires a permit for the lift or related work, we handle the building permit and inspection coordination.
Handover. We train the rider and the family, set up the controls, and test the emergency features.
Light-commercial lifts: we do them, but we focus on homes
Churches, small offices and similar buildings sometimes need a wheelchair lift too, and we handle that work. Commercial lifts come with different code requirements and paperwork, and we explain them up front. If you run a building and need one, call. If you are choosing between companies, know that most of our work, and most of our reviews, come from homeowners.
Service and keeping it working
Platform lifts, especially outdoor ones, need regular attention. We service the lifts we install and repair others. Savaria’s warranty is 36 months on defective parts through the dealer, and it requires regular maintenance. Our maintenance plan keeps that requirement satisfied and puts you first in line when something stops.
We do not make claims about Medicare or insurance coverage for lifts. Check your plan and your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a platform lift and a wheelchair ramp?
A ramp needs a long run because it must stay gentle, and many Orange County lots do not have the space. A platform lift lifts the rider straight up or along the stairs in a small footprint. We can show you both options on your property.
How much does a wheelchair lift cost?
The price depends on the rise, the model, and whether the lift is indoors or outdoors, so we quote after a free site visit. Platform lifts generally cost far less than a home elevator.
Can a wheelchair lift be installed outdoors?
Yes. Porch, garage and pool-deck installations are common. Outdoor lifts see sun, rain and salt air, so we discuss the setting and finish at the site visit.
Does a platform lift need special electrical work?
Typically a standard household circuit. The V-1504 uses 120 volts at 20 amps, and the Multilift uses a dedicated 120-volt, 15-amp circuit. The Delta inclined lift charges from a 120-volt outlet.
Do you install lifts in commercial buildings?
Yes, for light-commercial jobs like churches and small offices. Our focus is residential, and we are upfront about what a commercial project involves.
Need a wheelchair lift at your Orange County home?
Free site visit from our Costa Mesa office. (714) 905-5092.
