More Utah homes are being built or remodeled with an elevator than ever before. If you are considering one, the price will come down to a handful of facts about your house and your needs.
Is the house ready for one?
Many newer Utah homes include stacked closets framed to elevator dimensions. If yours does, much of the building work is already done and the project costs less. If not, space has to be created.
What type of elevator?
- Pneumatic. A clear, self-supporting tube. Minimal construction.
- Traditional. A cab in a hoistway. The usual choice for stacked closets and new builds.
- Custom. Designed around the home.
How many levels?
Basement, main and upper is the standard three-stop layout here. Each stop adds a door, controls and travel.
How large a cab?
A cab that takes a wheelchair and a helper costs more than a compact one. For a multigenerational home, the larger size is usually worth it.
What finishes?
Standard panels and fixtures keep the price down. Custom wood, glass and lighting add to it.
Do not forget
- Contractor work, if a shaft or openings are needed
- Electrical supply
- Permits and inspection
- Annual maintenance
Building new?
Adding an elevator, or simply the shaft for one, during construction is far cheaper than doing it afterward. Raise it with your builder before plans are final.
A lower-cost alternative
A stair lift on each staircase gives access to every level for much less, though it does not carry a wheelchair.
Get a written proposal
See our home elevators. Nationwide Lifts of Utah serves the Wasatch Front from Ogden to Provo. Call (801) 335-9089 or ask for a free home visit.