Residential Elevators (Home)

Residential Elevators

Advantages Disadvantages

 Can access multiple levels; vertical  Involves complex construction and movement of up to 50 feet installation requirements  Size of cab is variable  Need more power supply on a  Needs a stable, solid base which has a dedicated circuit 8-14” depression below floor level  Very expensive (interior < exterior)  Shaft can be constructed on the  Location is critical exterior of the home depending on  Requires architectural drawings and bylaws building engineers  Allows most flexibility for control  Takes up about 25 square feet on every access, size of the cab, automation of level it crosses gates/doors  Increased automaticity = increase costs  Home layout may not accommodate a full elevator

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