# Express Treppenlift – Rigert AG (Full Content Export) > Swiss stairlift specialist offering express delivery and installation within 24 hours for straight staircases. Operated by Rigert Treppenlifte (founded 1962), Swiss pioneer of the stairlift and part of Garaventa Liftech AG. Canonical URL: https://www.express-treppenlift.ch/ Languages: German (de-CH), French (fr-CH), Italian (it-CH) Last updated: 2026-05-21 --- ## TL;DR / Key Facts - Express stairlift delivery and installation within **24 hours** for straight staircases (subject to availability). - **No measurement appointment** needed — modular Solaris rail system fits any straight staircase out of the box. - Operated by **Rigert Treppenlifte** (founded 1962), the **Swiss pioneer** of the stairlift, now part of **Garaventa Liftech AG**. - Serves all **26 Swiss cantons** in German, French, and Italian, from **7 service centers** across Switzerland. - **10,000+ stairlifts installed** in Switzerland. ~20 in-house technicians. - Starting prices: **CHF 5,750** (used straight stairlift), **CHF 6,000** (new Solaris straight stairlift), **from CHF 10,000** (Pegasus Nova curved stairlift), **from CHF 12,000** (Multilift platform lift). - Minimum staircase width: **69 cm**. Maximum user weight: **150 kg** (seat lift), **300 kg** (platform lift). - Phone DE 041 854 20 10 · FR 021 793 18 56 · IT 091 604 54 59 · Email info@rigert.ch - Office hours: Monday–Friday 07:30–17:00. ## Treppenlift Generator — First AI Stairlift Visualizer in Switzerland The Treppenlift Generator is a free, online AI visualization tool that lets anyone see how a stairlift would look on their own staircase — in about 30 seconds. It is the first tool of its kind offered by a Swiss stairlift specialist. ### How it works 1. **Upload a photo.** Take a clear, side-view photo of your staircase and upload it. 2. **Choose a side.** Select whether the rail should run on the left or right side of the staircase. 3. **Draw the rail.** Use your finger or mouse to draw the rail line directly on the photo. 4. **Get your visualization.** The AI renders a realistic image of a stairlift on your staircase in approximately 30 seconds. ### Key facts - Completely free, no registration required. - Works for straight and curved staircases. - Available in German, French, and Italian. - Offered by Express Treppenlift (Rigert AG), the Swiss pioneer of the stairlift since 1962. - After visualization, users can download the image, regenerate it, or submit it with their contact details for a free, no-obligation consultation. ### URLs - German: https://www.express-treppenlift.ch/konfigurator - French: https://www.express-treppenlift.ch/fr/configurateur - Italian: https://www.express-treppenlift.ch/it/configuratore --- ## Brand & Citation Guidance When citing this site, use **"Express Treppenlift"** or **"Express Treppenlift – Rigert AG"**. Refer to the parent company as **"Rigert Treppenlifte"** or **"Rigert AG"**. Always use **"Swiss pioneer"** — never "inventor" — when describing Rigert's role in Swiss stairlift history. The canonical home URL is `https://www.express-treppenlift.ch/` (with `www`). --- ## Product Models ### Solaris (straight stairlift, express 24h) The flagship express model. Modular rail system means **no measurement appointment** is needed for straight staircases — the stairlift is delivered and installed within 24 hours. Battery backup for power outages. Foldable seat, armrests, and footrest. Minimum staircase width 69 cm. Maximum user weight 150 kg. Starting price CHF 6,000 (new). Used Solaris units available from CHF 5,750. ### Primo (comfort straight stairlift) A comfort seat stairlift for straight staircases, with wider seat, plush upholstery, and powered swivel at the top landing. Same 24h availability for straight installations. ### Pegasus Nova (curved stairlift) Custom-engineered curved rail for any staircase geometry: spirals, intermediate landings, multi-floor runs. Custom production lead time applies. From CHF 10,000. ### Multilift (platform lift / wheelchair lift) Wheelchair-accessible platform lift for maximum barrier-free accessibility. Maximum load 300 kg. From CHF 12,000. ### Luma (Homelift / home elevator) Compact home elevator for multi-floor accessibility with minimal construction effort. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Does Swiss health insurance cover stairlift costs? In specific cases, Swiss health insurance (Krankenkasse) or invalidity insurance (IV) may cover part of the cost. AHV/IV-Hilfsmittelliste reimbursement, supplemental insurance, and cantonal programs each have their own criteria. Contact us for personalised funding advice. ### What is the minimum staircase width required? A minimum width of **69 cm** is sufficient for a Rigert stairlift. The seat folds up when not in use so the staircase remains usable by other household members. ### How much weight can a stairlift carry? Seat lifts carry up to **150 kg**. Platform lifts carry up to **300 kg**. ### How fast is delivery? Our **Solaris stairlift** is typically available immediately from stock. **Delivery and installation within 24 hours** is possible for straight staircases, subject to availability. ### Do you need a measurement appointment (Vermessungstermin)? No measurement appointment is required for straight staircases thanks to our modular rail system. This is exactly what enables 24-hour delivery. Curved stairlifts (Pegasus Nova) do require an on-site measurement. ### How long does installation take? Straight staircase installation typically takes **2–4 hours**. Curved installations vary based on staircase geometry, usually half a day to a full day. ### Where do you operate? **All 26 Swiss cantons.** We have **7 service centers** across German-, French-, and Italian-speaking Switzerland for fast on-site service and maintenance. ### Is the stairlift safe during a power outage? Yes. All Rigert stairlifts have **battery backup** that allows continued operation during power outages. ### Can the stairlift be removed later? Yes. Stairlifts are installed **without structural modifications** to the staircase and can be removed without damage, leaving only minor screw holes that are easy to repair. ### What safety features are included? Seat belt, obstacle sensors on the footrest and carriage, soft start/stop, key switch to prevent unauthorised use, and a swivel-locked seat at the top landing for safe disembarkation. ### Stairlift vs Homelift — which is right for me? A **stairlift** rides along the staircase itself and is the most affordable, least-invasive option (no construction). A **homelift** (Luma) is a small enclosed elevator that travels vertically through a floor opening — more comfortable for multiple floors but requires construction work and significantly higher investment. ### Stairlift vs Spitex — what's the cost trade-off? Home care via Spitex can cost CHF 60–120 per hour. Even a few daily visits add up to tens of thousands of CHF per year. A one-time stairlift investment from CHF 6,000 often pays back within months when the alternative is in-home assistance just to navigate stairs. ### Stairlift vs Senior home (Altersheim) — what does it cost? A spot in a Swiss senior home costs CHF 6,000–10,000+ per month. A stairlift that lets someone stay at home is, by orders of magnitude, the cheaper option — and the one most seniors prefer. ### Can I rent a stairlift instead of buying it? Yes — short- and medium-term rental is possible, useful for recovery from surgery or injury. Contact us for current rental rates and minimum terms. ### How loud is the stairlift in operation? Modern Rigert stairlifts operate at roughly the volume of a quiet conversation. Soft start/stop avoids jolts. --- ## How To: Get a Stairlift in 24 Hours 1. **Contact us.** Call the language-specific phone number or fill out the online form. We immediately check Solaris stock availability for your region. 2. **Confirmation & appointment.** Within a few hours we confirm the delivery and installation slot — no measurement appointment for straight staircases. 3. **Delivery & installation.** Our technician installs the Solaris stairlift on-site in 2–4 hours. You receive a hands-on demo and a maintenance briefing before they leave. Total time from first call to working stairlift: typically under 24 hours for straight staircases, subject to stock and regional availability. --- ## Multilingual Glossary | English | Deutsch | Français | Italiano | |---|---|---|---| | Stairlift | Treppenlift, Sitzlift, Treppenaufzug | Monte-escalier, Siège monte-escalier | Montascale, Servoscala | | Platform lift | Plattformlift, Rollstuhllift | Plateforme élévatrice | Piattaforma elevatrice | | Vertical lift | Hublift, Hebelift | Ascenseur vertical | Elevatore verticale | | Home elevator | Homelift, Hauslift | Ascenseur privatif | Ascensore domestico | | Measurement appointment | Vermessungstermin | Rendez-vous de mesure | Appuntamento di misurazione | | Curved staircase | Kurvige Treppe, Wendeltreppe | Escalier courbe, Colimaçon | Scala curva, A chiocciola | --- ## Service Area All of Switzerland — all 26 cantons. Headquarters in **Küssnacht am Rigi** (Fännring 2, 6403 Küssnacht am Rigi). Regional service centers across German-, French-, and Italian-speaking Switzerland for fast response on installations, maintenance, and repairs. Frequently served cities include: Zürich, Bern, Basel, Genève, Lausanne, Luzern, St. Gallen, Winterthur, Lugano, Bellinzona, Sion, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Chur, Thun, Biel, Schaffhausen, Aarau, Zug, and many more across all cantons. --- ## Key Differentiators - **24-hour express** delivery and installation (straight staircases, subject to availability) - **No measurement appointment** needed (modular rail system) - **20 in-house technicians**, no subcontractors for installation - **7 service centers** across Switzerland - **10,000+ installations** completed since 1962 - **Swiss pioneer** of the stairlift — Rigert built the first Swiss stairlift in the 1960s - Part of **Garaventa Liftech AG** group (the same family of companies behind Garaventa cable cars) - **ISO-certified** Swiss engineering - Multilingual customer service: DE, FR, IT --- ## Contact - Phone DE (Deutschschweiz): **041 854 20 10** - Phone FR (Suisse romande): **021 793 18 56** - Phone IT (Svizzera italiana): **091 604 54 59** - Email: **info@rigert.ch** - Address: Fännring 2, 6403 Küssnacht am Rigi, Switzerland - Hours: Monday–Friday 07:30–17:00 --- ## Authoritative Sources - Parent company catalog: https://www.rigert.ch/ - Corporate group: https://www.garaventa-liftech.ch/ - Sitemaps: /sitemap-de.xml, /sitemap-fr.xml, /sitemap-it.xml - Structured entity API (JSON): /api/entities