Hoyer Lift & Patient Lift Pickup in Metro Detroit
Patient lifts are one of the pieces of equipment we actively look for. If you have a Hoyer-style lift, a sit-to-stand, or another mobile lift you're done with, send us photos. Qualifying lifts may be picked up at no cost, and some electric lifts may qualify for a cash offer.
Hydraulic or electric — what we need to know about each
The two types are reviewed a little differently. Knowing which one you have helps you take the right photos the first time.
Hydraulic (manual pump) lifts
- • Pump the handle: does the boom rise steadily without slipping back down?
- • Open the release valve: does it lower slowly and under control?
- • Look under the pump cylinder for oil drips or residue on the base.
- • Photograph the pump and release knob up close.
Hydraulic lifts in good order usually qualify for free pickup.
Electric (battery) lifts
- • Charge the battery fully with the original charger.
- • Raise and lower the boom with the hand control.
- • Check the emergency lowering function, if you know where it is.
- • Photograph the battery, the charger, and the hand control.
Electric lifts with a working battery and charger are the ones most likely to qualify for a cash offer.
Weight capacity
Every lift has a label, usually on the mast or boom, showing its maximum safe working load. Please photograph it. Bariatric lifts with higher capacities are less common and worth calling out in your notes.
About the sling
We may not be able to reuse a used sling, since slings are in direct contact with the person being lifted. Include it anyway if you still have it — the tag helps us identify the lift and the right replacement sling.
The base and casters
The legs of the base should spread apart and close with the adjustment handle or pedal, and all four casters should roll and swivel. A photo of the base from above shows us most of this.
Send photos of the lift
Start with a photo of the whole lift with the boom raised. Then add the base and casters, the pump or battery and charger, the sling if you have it, and the label showing the brand, model, and weight capacity.
In the notes, tell us whether it lifts and lowers smoothly, and for an electric lift, whether the battery holds a charge.
Submitting doesn't commit you to anything, and it doesn't guarantee acceptance, pickup, or an offer.
Getting the lift ready to go
Mobile patient lifts roll, which makes them easier to move than a bed or lift chair — but they're tall and tippy with the boom up. Families from Livonia to Commerce Township ask us the same questions, so here's the short version.
- • Lower the boom all the way and close the base legs.
- • Keep the charger, hand control, and any spare battery together with the lift.
- • Put the sling in a bag and set it with the lift rather than leaving it attached.
- • Don't try to take the mast off the base yourself; we'll handle that if it's needed.
- • If the lift is on another floor, mention the stairs in the form.
Is the lift a rental?
Lifts supplied through Medicare, hospice, or insurance are often rentals that must go back to that supplier. Check for a company sticker on the mast before sending it to us.
Wanted to donate it?
Everlift Mobility may accept qualifying used medical equipment at no cost to the owner. Some higher-value equipment may also qualify for a cash offer.
For charitable options, see where to donate medical equipment.
Please note: Everlift Mobility is a for-profit company, not a charitable organization. Equipment provided to Everlift is not a tax-deductible charitable donation.
Patient lift checklist
What to tell us, what to photograph, and the condition details that decide whether a lift can safely go back into service.
Patient Lifts / Hoyer Lifts
Cash offers common
Patient Lifts / Hoyer Lifts
Cash offers common- Brand and model
- Hydraulic (pump handle) or electric (battery)
- Weight capacity
- Whether the battery holds a charge and the charger is included
- Whether a sling is included
- The full lift with the boom raised
- The base and casters
- The battery and charger (electric lifts)
- The hydraulic pump (manual lifts)
- The sling, if included
- The label showing weight capacity
- Lifts and lowers smoothly under control
- No hydraulic leaks
- Battery holds a charge
- Base legs open and close
- Sling is free of fraying and stains
Electric patient lifts with a working battery and charger frequently qualify for a cash offer. Hydraulic lifts in good order usually qualify for free pickup.
Patient Lifts / Hoyer Lifts pickup details →Items we generally can't accept
Everything we take has to be safely cleaned and put back into service, so we generally can't accept:
- • Equipment with bodily fluid contamination
- • Mold
- • Bed bugs or other pest exposure
- • Severe rust
- • Broken frames
- • Unsafe electrical equipment
- • Cut or frayed power cords
- • Missing critical parts
- • Severely damaged upholstery
- • Open sterile supplies
- • Used disposable medical supplies
- • Prescription medications
- • Oxygen tanks (unless specifically approved)
- • Equipment that can't be safely refurbished
Patient lift pickup FAQ
Do you take Hoyer lifts?
Yes. Hydraulic and electric patient lifts are a category we actively look for. Include photos of the battery and charger (electric) or the pump (hydraulic), and the sling if you have it.
How do I tell if my lift is hydraulic or electric?
A hydraulic lift has a pump handle you work up and down to raise the boom, and a release valve to lower it. An electric lift has a hand control on a cord and a battery pack, usually mounted on the mast.
Should I include the sling?
Yes, please. We may not be able to reuse a used sling for hygiene reasons, but the sling's tag tells us a lot about the lift — the brand, the size, and the attachment style — which helps us identify the model and what it needs.
The battery is dead. Is the lift still worth sending?
Often, yes. Batteries wear out and can be replaced. Charge it overnight with the original charger and let us know whether it powers on at all. A photo of the battery label helps us see its age.
Do you take sit-to-stand lifts or ceiling lifts?
Sit-to-stand lifts, yes — review them the same way. Ceiling and wall-mounted track lifts are a different situation because they're installed in the home. Send photos and describe the setup, and we'll let you know if it's something we can help with.
Can I donate equipment to Everlift?
Everlift may accept qualifying used medical equipment at no cost to the owner. Everlift Mobility is a for-profit company and is not a charitable organization.
How quickly can pickup happen?
We review submissions quickly and contact you with the next step. Once equipment is accepted, we coordinate a pickup time directly with you. Pickup timing depends on our route schedule and where you are in Metro Detroit.
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