More ways to move through home.

We plan home elevators around the architecture and personal taste of the household. The location, approach, and finishes all shape how the elevator fits into daily life.

Review the controls, access, and safety features of the proposed model. Confirm the specific equipment and installation scope before moving forward.

Include installation, operation and ongoing care in your elevator project plan. Ask who will install and service the equipment, what the manufacturer requires, and which responsibilities are included in the written proposal.

An elevator proposal should explain more than the cab and finishes. Ask how the route between floors fits the house, what structural and electrical work is anticipated and how surrounding rooms may change.

Compare the proposed installation with your intended use. Discuss who will travel, whether mobility equipment will be used and how people will approach each entrance. The selected system and site assessment determine what is feasible.

• Location of entrances and circulation on each floor.
• Space, structure and utilities needed for the proposed system.
• Permits, inspections and responsibility for related trades.
• Finishes, restoration and access for future maintenance.

Ask for a written explanation of routine maintenance, service access and the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Clarify how support is arranged and what is included in the project versus a separate service agreement.

Before making selections, discuss how construction will affect the household and which rooms or routes may be unavailable. Document the agreed scope and any assumptions that still require confirmation.

Start with the floors you want to connect and the rooms you want to preserve. A site assessment must consider the available footprint, structural work, utilities and local requirements before a location can be proposed.

Compare the complete installed scope: equipment, construction, finishes, utility work, inspections and future servicing. Ask which items are included and which will be coordinated separately.

Not necessarily. A stair lift, a different room arrangement or other modifications may be part of the conversation. Explain your mobility needs and how you want to use each floor before narrowing the options.