Elevator Contractors Near Me

Since an elevator's job is just to take people up and down a column, it's easy to think that there isn't much that can be done to modernize one. However, like seemingly every other type of machine, there are actually several things that have changed through the years. If your elevator system is a few decades old, you'll see some definite benefits from upgrading.

 

Getting a new elevator machine will bring you a more efficient system that costs less money to run. New machines also tend to need less maintenance thanks to the development of systems that need less, or no, ongoing lubrication steps. These closed systems keep grease from drying out. New systems are also more efficient, both because of design improvements and because old, worn components just don't work as well as fresh ones.

 

Inside the elevator car, there have been several safety improvements over old-fashioned systems. You may find a wireless emergency call system, while before, you would have needed a dedicated landline for that. New elevator doors are more sensitive to obstructions, such as toddlers, than old ones were. This reduces the risk of injuries and lawsuits.

 

Elevator contractors won't make you replace your entire existing elevator systems to gain benefits like these. They can modernize elevator components on an as-needed basis, allowing you to keep the parts that don't need any changes. This helps your budget and also lets you keep elements that give your building its unique look and feel.

 

To see what can be done to upgrade your elevator systems, contact an elevator contractor and get some quotes. You may find that upgrading your system will actually pay for itself through improved efficiency and fewer repair calls.