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Benefits of Installing a Residential Elevator

Author: Jai Gaitonde
by Jai Gaitonde
Posted: May 19, 2016

Today, residential elevators are installed not only in huge mansions but also in many ordinary houses with more and more people becoming aware of the many advantages they offer. They provide valuable support to mobility-impaired individuals and at the same time help other members of the family to transport heavy and bulky items from one floor to another, and move around the house easily. Installing a vertical mobile device makes life safer and more comfortable for the whole family as well as for the visitors.

Traditional or Contemporary

Traditional elevators are cable-driven or hydraulic models somewhat similar to commercial lifts whereas contemporary models are vacuum, or pneumatic that use changes in air pressure for their operation. Traditional models are relatively larger and have greater capacity compared to contemporary models. They can carry more weight and easily accommodate a wheelchair. Another advantage of the traditional model is that it can be installed in such a way as to remain concealed behind a door.

Unlike traditional lifts, contemporary lifts do not require pit and machine room, they can be attached to the balcony and even travel through a hole in the floor, offering a panoramic view of the home’s interior.

Choosing a traditional or modern elevator depends upon the purpose of its usage and the design of the house. Your personal preferences matter a lot. If your home is an old one, a traditional elevator may be the better choice. If yours is a modern house, consider installing a contemporary pneumatic or vacuum elevator.

Benefits

>> Excellent functionalities: Installing an elevator helps to minimize the routine tediousness of climbing stairs. You can easily carry huge and heavy items up and down the stairs. It also helps mobility impaired individuals to move around the house easily and comfortably, enjoying a newfound freedom.

>> Improves property value: Any house with a lift in it increases its resale value. Buyers are attracted to houses that have an elevator as it enables easy accessibility and ensures future accessibility.

>> Ensures safety and security: Another major benefit of installing a residential elevator is that it ensures the safety and security of anyone who uses it. It helps disabled individuals, seniors and children to move up and down the floors. It reduces the chance of accidents and falls from stairs and thus ensures safety of your family members.

>> Space-efficient: Compared to a stairwell, an elevator take up very little space in the house. The shaft housing the elevator takes up only a small amount of space. So these are an ideal option for houses that have space constraints. If you want to save space inside the house, you can also consider installing the elevator on an outer wall, providing indoor entry at each level.

>> Enhance the look of the house: Installing a lift in the house adds a stylish characteristic to the house. It is also an investment that will benefit the members of the family in the long run.

Reputable dealers offer elevators at reasonable pricing with free installation and excellent maintenance assistance for house owners, and ensure their flawless functioning.

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Author: Jai Gaitonde

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