Tag: elevator

Preparing a Budget for Your Home Elevator

In the market for a home elevator? Congrats! It will make a great addition to your house, something that will come in handy for everyone in the family. But just as you would when planning anything else – a vacation, a car purchase, etc. – it’s important to come up with a budget first so… Read more »

Elevator Ropes: Function and Purpose

Most elevators still feature some kind of rope system. In low-rises (buildings up to four floors), hydraulic jacks are in place to move the elevators. Such elevators can be in the ground, above the ground, single-stage or telescopic in nature. They’re best for accommodating just 100 feet of travel. For high rises, a roped system… Read more »

All About Mowrey Elevator

Mowrey Elevator Company Inc. was born in 1976 in Davie, Florida. It was our goal to create a company that could put residential homeowners and commercial business owners in touch with an easy and affordable way to add elevators and lifts to their structures. The response we got was so great and demand so high… 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 »

Reasons You Want to Install a Commercial Lift/Elevator

If you own a business with more than one floor and you don’t already have one, you may consider installing a commercial lift or elevator to make it easier for your tenants, clients and customers to navigate between levels. Commercial elevators are a wise investment for many reasons. Below are several great reasons for adding… Read more »

7 Amazing Elevator Designs

Not all elevators are as boring as the music they are synonymous with. In fact, here’s a look at seven mind-blowing elevators from around the world. These astounding elevators certainly make ascending and descending an amazing experience! 1.     Hammetschwand Elevator: Ennetbürgen, Switzerland This Swiss elevator happens to hold the record for being the highest outdoor elevator… Read more »

Elevator or Stairlift: Choosing the Right Option for You

There are many things to consider when choosing between a stair lift and a home elevator. The one you settle on will depend on your needs, your situation, your lifestyle, your space constraints and your budget. Let’s go over the features of both. Stair Lifts A stair lift, or stair chair, is a cost-effective way… Read more »

Top Elevator Movie Scenes

These movies with elevator scenes are some of the best captured on film. Life truly has its ups and downs, but elevators sure do make interesting and exciting scenes in all genres of films. Check out this list we put together of memorable scenes that have taken place in or on an elevator. “The Hunger… Read more »

The Mowrey Difference: Why You Should Trust Your Lift Needs To Mowrey

We’re no strangers to this business. In fact, we’ve been a trusted provider of elevators throughout the area for four decades. The only way to earn respect in this industry is to earn it, which we have. Created back in 1976, we serve the Southeast in design, manufacture and installation of more than 15,000 elevators…. Read more »

Residential Dumbwaiter Elevator Guide

From dimensions and design to function and pricing, there are many components involved in buying a residential dumbwaiter. Dumbwaiters are small elevators that are used to transport food and other items between floors of a home. Check out our residential dumbwaiter elevator guide to find out all you need to know about these handy devices…. Read more »