Top 5 Places to Install a Stiltz Lift in Your Home

TLDR: Unlike traditional elevators, the Stiltz Home Lift is a shaftless system that requires no load-bearing walls. Its unique dual-rail design allows it to be installed in small spaces like closets, stairwell voids, or even garage corners, typically in just 1–2 days.

For many Utah homeowners, installing a home elevator feels like a massive undertaking. You might picture weeks of construction, dust, and the daunting task of carving out a massive vertical shaft through the center of your house.

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However, the Stiltz Home Lift has completely changed that narrative. Because these lifts utilize a unique, self-supporting dual-rail system, they don’t require load-bearing walls or a traditional elevator hoistway. In fact, most installations by PLH Home Solutions are completed in just one or two days.

If you’re a “DIY planner” looking to future-proof your home, here are the top 5 home elevator placement ideas that leverage this shaftless technology.  We also recommend you use this resource to learn more about the importance of designing your home for aging.  

1. The Closet-to-Closet Install

This is the ultimate “hidden” solution. Because the Stiltz Duo has a remarkably small footprint—taking up less than 7 square feet—it can often fit inside a standard walk-in closet or a deep linen cupboard.

• How it works: We create a small aperture in the floor of your upstairs closet and in the ceiling of your downstairs closet.
• The Benefit: When the door is closed, the lift is completely out of sight. You maintain your home’s aesthetic while gaining a secret portal between floors.

2. The Stairwell Void

Many homes in Utah feature “U-shaped” or winding staircases that leave a central gap. In a traditional home, this is just dead space. With a shaftless home elevator, this void becomes the perfect location for a lift.

• How it works: The slim vertical stilts are installed right in the center of the stairwell turn.
• The Benefit: This placement is highly efficient because it uses space that was already “lost,” and it keeps your mobility solution central to the home’s natural traffic flow.

3. Tucked in a Room Corner

Unlike traditional elevators that need to be “boxed in,” a Stiltz lift can stand freely in the corner of a living room, office, or bedroom.

• How it works: The lift car features a clear polycarbonate body (on the Vista model), allowing natural light to pass through.
• The Benefit: Placing it in a corner minimizes its impact on your floor plan. It looks like a high-end piece of modern technology rather than medical equipment.

4. Through a High-Ceiling Landing

If your home has a mezzanine or an open landing that looks down over a Great Room, you can install a Stiltz lift to travel from the main floor directly to that upper balcony.

• How it works: We utilize a “Thru-Car” configuration, which allows you to enter on one side at the bottom and exit from the opposite side at the top.
• The Benefit: This is perfect for wheelchair users (especially the larger Stiltz Trio model) who need a straight-through path without having to turn the chair around inside the cab.

5. From the Garage to the Living Area

For many, the hardest “stairs” aren’t the ones leading to the bedroom—it’s the ones leading from the garage into the house while carrying heavy groceries or luggage.

• How it works: The Stiltz can be installed in a corner of your garage, traveling up into a mudroom or hallway.
• The Benefit: This creates a valet service for your home. You can load your luggage or groceries into the lift at car level and meet them upstairs, saving your back and knees from unnecessary strain.

Why the Placement Choice Matters

Choosing the right spot isn’t just about convenience; it’s about preserving your home’s value. Because these lifts plug into a standard 220V outlet and don’t require a machine room, you can place them where they make the most sense for your lifestyle.

Key Takeaways

• Shaftless Design: No load-bearing walls or expensive elevator shafts are required.
• Small Footprint: The Duo model uses less than 7 sq. ft., while the Trio accommodates wheelchairs in a compact space.
• Versatile Placement: Can be installed in closets, stairwells, or as a free-standing unit in any room.
• Quick Installation: PLH Home Solutions typically completes the process in 1–2 days.
• Minimal Disruption: No machine room or hydraulic oil is required; the lift runs on a standard power outlet.

Ready to see where a Stiltz Lift fits in your home? PLH Home Solutions specializes in Stiltz installations in Utah. We can walk through your floor plan with you to identify the most cost-effective and space-saving location. Contact our team today for a free home assessment.