Start at ground level—and keep going
Think through the whole journey to your porch or deck. You need a usable approach to the platform, space to enter and leave, and a workable route through the home’s door. Record any threshold or additional step beyond the upper landing.
Ask for an outdoor-specific proposal
Have the assessor identify a model intended for the proposed environment. Discuss drainage, the support base, exposure and manufacturer maintenance instructions. Do not treat weather-resistant equipment as a complete answer to a site that collects water or has other unresolved conditions.
Match the lift height and entry layout
AmeriGlide’s Hercules Mini is a short-rise reference point; the Hercules 750 Residential offers a broader configurable range. Compare current product documentation against measured site requirements rather than choosing by product name alone.
Know the plan for everyday care
Ask who clears the approach and landing, what cleaning products are suitable and how to request service. Confirm the proposed unit’s behavior during an interruption to power, including whether it supports continued travel or only a lowering function.
Research sources: AmeriGlide Hercules Mini, AmeriGlide Hercules 750 Residential, Lifeway Mobility platform-lift installation guide. Checked November 3, 2026. Confirm current specifications and inclusions with the supplier.