A Guide to Choosing a Residential Elevator
Once reserved for the rich and famous, home elevators have become an inexpensive luxury that makes homes accessible and convenient. Building a new home with a residential elevator can add value to your property by making it accessible to everyone and easing the daily tasks (such as hauling laundry and groceries between floors). Here's some important information so we can help you choose a home elevator when you're ready.
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Home Elevator Prices
A home elevator can cost between $20,000 and $50,000 including installation. Entry-level elevators have two stations and basic interiors. More interiors, customization, and stations mean more prices, and starting prices vary by type, so contact the home elevator manufacturer directly.
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Manufacturer Reputation
There is no doubt that a home elevator should last more than 10 years or more and be regularly maintained and serviced, and choosing a reputable home elevator manufacturer or supplier is the right choice. A home elevator should not be particularly inexpensive, so be sure to do your homework and consult with a home elevator dealer or manufacturer for first-hand expertise.
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Dealer Expertise
Installing a residential elevator is for professionals only. A licensed, experienced elevator technician will ensure that your elevator meets all state and local regulations that are critical to safe operation. hosting, a professional home elevator manufacturer, can provide high quality customizable home elevators. Find a local dealer.
Your local professional elevator contractor should be aware of the local codes and inspection requirements for residential elevators. Depending on where you live, you may need a permit and also a government inspection to use the elevator. Hosting has a nearby office and can help you find a qualified installer near you who understands the requirements in your area.
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Try it for yourself
The elevator system you choose will determine the noise and smoothness of the ride. The quietest, smoothest rides come from gearless or hydraulic drives, and there are pros and cons to each style. No matter what you say, nothing is as impressive as actual experience. Visit the manufacturer's or dealer's showroom to try the elevator type for yourself and ask questions about it to get answers.
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Customized options
Some companies are very flexible and offer different finish options and cab styles. Adding options such as glass sliding doors takes your home elevator to a different level altogether.
In addition, your elevator bonus is customized and programmed to get more extras and more features, details of which need to be asked of the manufacturer and dealer.
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The right specifications
Before you embark on the path of properly selecting the product you want, your local elevator contractor is the right person to help you review your needs for travel distances and lifting method requirements, which may narrow your choices. If you're building a new home, include elevators in your plans from the start for maximum flexibility in your choices. For renovations, make sure you call in an expert to review how the installation will be completed.
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Choosing the right elevator manufacturer
After comparing several elevators, it is especially important to choose the right elevator manufacturer or dealer to purchase a home elevator addition. Good dealers and manufacturers can provide good after-sales and maintenance services to ensure that your elevator will be used for a long time. There are many manufacturers of home elevators available through B2B platforms and Google searches, but the really good ones need to be carefully identified.
Getting started with your home elevator
A locally trained residential elevator contractor will conduct a site visit to assess the space you have and the specific construction requirements of your home. The best time to get a contractor involved is when you are planning a new home or major renovation. Not all home elevators have the same requirements, so it is essential to select the elevator you want before building the shaft. The best companies have free planning guides on their websites that can offer advice on lift construction.
Your local professional elevator contractor should be aware of the local codes and inspection requirements for residential elevators. Depending on where you live, you may need to be licensed and also require a government inspection to use the elevator. Hosting has nearby offices that can help you find a qualified installer near you who understands the requirements in your area.
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