Thinking of installing an elevator in your home or business? Wondering if it will add any value? The short answer is, they do. That’s why you shouldn’t view them strictly as an added home improvement expense but also as a strategic investment in your property, yielding you long-term financial returns. When looking at the real… Read more »
Category: Home Elevators
Using Health Insurance to Plan For a Home Elevator
If you’ve been toying with the idea of installing an elevator in your home, you may have been put off by how expensive you assume it will be. But did you know that if you’re installing the elevator for health reasons (i.e., decreased mobility, physical disability, etc.), you may be able to ask your health… Read more »
Top Home Elevator Misconceptions
What’s holding you back from installing an elevator in your home? Is it the stigma that you must be rich to have one? Or is it because you think it would just cost too much money? Do you think the home improvement process would be too invasive and disruptive to your family’s life? While they’re… Read more »
How to Determine Elevator Location
If you’re in the process of constructing or renovating your home and plan to install a residential elevator, one of the first things you should think about is the location of your elevator. Your contractor or architect can help you determine the best location that will ensure structural integrity as well as work within the… Read more »
Residential Elevator Needs
Residential elevators are elevators that are used in the home. They can include stair chairs, lifts, dumbwaiters, and passenger elevators. Many homeowners choose residential elevators because of their speed, convenience, and flexibility. They can be used for a variety of things. You can transport food and drink between floors in a dumbwaiter. You can transport… Read more »
Reasons You Want to Install a Residential Lift/Elevator
Got a home with multiple levels? Are you tired of navigating up and down several flights of stairs a day? Do you entertain a lot and need an efficient way to get appetizers and drinks to your guests? You could benefit from installing a residential lift or elevator in your home. And believe it or… Read more »
Pros and Cons of Assisted Living vs. Aging in Place
As you get older, it becomes more difficult to do the daily tasks you need to do. From laundry and meal prep to making the beds and cleaning, those daily tasks can be made even more difficult if you have a multiple-story home. It’s not easy to climb up and down stairs multiple times a… Read more »
How Much Does a Home Elevator Cost?
From basic installations and products to upgrades and options, putting an elevator in your home may be more affordable than you think. There’s a lot that goes into installing a home elevator, from cabs and signal fixtures to pumping units and controllers. The final price tag for your elevator will vary with many factors, such… Read more »