Every business wants to cater to the largest possible customer base it can, but for most people the thought of including clientele in wheelchairs in their planning escapes them. This is a shame not just for the customer, as they will be restricted from viewing your products, but also for you, as there are a great many advantages to installing wheelchair lifts on your property. Not only are they not as expensive as you might think, but they serve as a sign to the world that you care about your customers and want your business to be a safe and equal space for everybody.

Not Just For Those In Wheelchairs

While they are often called wheelchair lifts because that is the primary purpose they are designed for, these lifts can also be used by a range of other people. Older Australians who might use walkers, postal workers delivering heavy packages and even parents operating prams can all benefit from a wheelchair lift and will be grateful for the ease of entrance. Just make sure that your wheelchair lift has clear signage on the weight capacity, and you can leave it free to use for all who want to enter your store. 

Customised To Your Conditions

Wheelchair lifts are not a 'one-size-fits-all' situation; on the contrary, every wheelchair lift is pretty much custom-built to your exact specifications. For some it will have to go up several stories, and for others, it may need to traverse only a couple of steps. Wheelchair lifts make more sense than ramps in a lot of cases because they are both more usable and often just as cheap, depending on the size and type you choose. No matter where you are located and what design motif your store is trying to follow, a wheelchair lift can be fitted to your needs perfectly.

Not A Huge Drain On Resources

Wheelchair lifts don't cost that much to install, as mentioned above, but they also are quite cheap to run. Because they are built so sturdily, they can last for years with very little maintenance. They also do not use up a lot of electricity, even if they are in constant use, as they have become very energy efficient over the years. It really is quite a small investment when you consider the overall benefits and how it can help improve customer relations with hundreds of thousands of Australians who are less mobile than your average adult. 

Contact a company that sells wheelchair lifts to learn more.