Commercial buildings of more than three stories must include an ADA-compliant elevator. While not an issue for new buildings, older buildings without existing elevators don't always have floor plans conducive to full elevator installation. Commercial buildings not covered by ADA regulations may still want a lift system for the convenience of building occupants or guests. In both cases, LULA elevators offer a cost-efficient solution. The post The Symmetry LULA Elevator Buying Guide appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

Residential elevators are comprised of 3 primary functional elements; the car, rail structure and the drive system. The car is the most visible portion of the home elevator. It can be made in a variety of sizes and configurations and there are a number of ways that you can customize your home elevator car to match the décor of your home. The elevator car is the piece that transports passengers from landing to landing. The post Floodplains and Home Elevators: 5 Guidelines You Need to Know appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

An elevator purchase is a serious investment in your home and future, so it’s only natural you’ll have questions for your elevator dealer before the installation process starts. Knowing which questions you need to ask is essential: it’s not unusual for homeowners to forget to ask important questions. The post 15 Questions to Ask Your Elevator Expert Before Installation appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

An elevator design guide, also known as a planning guide, is a document that contains the details necessary for the inclusion of an elevator into a construction project. Elevator planning guides are an essential step in the planning and construction process. While such guides primarily meet the needs of the architect and general contractor working on the project, guides provide everyone with valuable information on the standard and optional features of the elevator. A home elevator design guide allows homeowners to visualize their finished project and consider elements of elevator installation ..read more

A custom elevator provides you with decades of service. Regular maintenance and inspections keep home elevators operating safely and efficiently for 35 to 45 years, and it’s not unusual to find well-maintained elevators still working well after fifty years of use. Even so, wear and tear do have an impact on mechanical parts and an elevator’s cosmetic appearance. When this happens, it’s time to consider elevator modernization. The post 5 Tips for Elevator Modernization in Your Home appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

An elevator design guide, also known as a planning guide, is a document that contains the details necessary for the inclusion of an elevator into a construction project. Elevator planning guides are an essential step in the planning and construction process. While such guides primarily meet the needs of the architect and general contractor working on the project, guides provide everyone with valuable information on the standard and optional features of the elevator. A home elevator design guide allows homeowners to visualize their finished project and consider elements of elevator installation ..read more

We are beyond excited to announce that Forbes has highlighted Symmetry in their list of the best home elevators of 2022! The article offers a great deal of information to point you in the right direction when it comes to considering and purchasing a home elevator. The post Forbes Health includes Symmetry in Best Home Elevators of 2022 appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

Older homes, or smaller houses, may not have the floor space necessary for an elevator shaft. Fortunately, there are several small elevators for home use on the market. The leader among them is the shaftless home elevator. The post Can You Put an Elevator Outside? appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

Older homes, or smaller houses, may not have the floor space necessary for an elevator shaft. Fortunately, there are several small elevators for home use on the market. The leader among them is the shaftless home elevator. The post Can You Put an Elevator Outside? appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more

Older homes, or smaller houses, may not have the floor space necessary for an elevator shaft. Fortunately, there are several small elevators for home use on the market. The leader among them is the shaftless home elevator. The post Common Questions About Shaftless Elevators (and the Answers!) appeared first on Home Elevators | Vertical Platform Lifts | LULA Elevators ..read more