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The Story Behind Home Elevators

The elevator as we know it has changed dramatically since humans first realized they could move large and heavy objects with rope and pulley systems. Home elevators are a byproduct of that ingenuity, created to make it easier for those [...]

Important Elevator Safety Code and Compliance Updates

A set of revisions was made to the safety code for residential elevators – the ASME 17.1/CSA B44 – to prevent entrapment and injury of small children between the hoistway door and the car door.

The Advantages of Building Up

When adding on to your home, is it better to build out or build up? You might think that by building taller, you’re missing out on valuable living space. In reality, building up can help you maximize square footage while making [...]

7 Rules of Elevator Etiquette

Most adults realize that every environment—be it the workplace, a restaurant, or even a taxi cab—has its own set of best practices and rules to follow. These rules are typically followed to ensure that everyone stays safe and comfortable and [...]

Why Residential Elevators Are Worth It

Purchasing and installing a residential elevator can appear, at first glance, to be a sizeable investment, both in space and in money. That’s fair because it’s true: Owning an elevator and having it installed takes time, resources and space. If you’re going [...]

6 Reasons to Get a Home Elevator

When you think of an in-home elevator, what images come to mind? Perhaps you envision a luxurious, multi-story mansion with an elevator that elegantly transports people to the upper floors. Or, you might think of a home that has an [...]

5 Must-Have Qualities for a New Residential Elevator

Investing in a home elevator installation is one of the many ways you can improve your property’s safety and accessibility. In today’s society, it’s more than just a convenience. It’s often a necessity for those who have a harder time [...]

5 Benefits of Aging in Place

As William Shakespeare once said about the decision to move out of a family home into an assisted living facility: To leave, or not to leave? Family members of senior residents must prepare themselves for this question. Stay within the [...]