Home elevators are becoming a more common feature in today’s housing market, and while they’re still seen as a luxury marker reserved for high-end, multi-million dollar homes, many owners are pleased to discover that the cost is often far lower than you might think.At RAM Elevators + Lifts, we’re proud to offer industry-leading products, including multiple residential elevator models that accommodate a wider range of budgets. From our standard Stratus model to the luxurious Crystal model RAM elevators are built with quality and performance at the forefront of every design.
Below, we’ll cover some of the most common misconceptions about installing a home elevator. Read on to learn more!
Myth: Elevators are only for high-end homes
While there’s no denying that installing an elevator does add an element of luxury to every home, it’s a substantial misconception that you can’t install one in your existing home or in a more standard new build. Elevators are now available for a wide range of homes and budgets. Whether you’re planning for the future and want to age in place or you need a solution for someone with mobility challenges, RAM offers customizable models that can fit in compact spaces!
Myth: Installation Will Drain Your Wallet
Installing a home elevator is a sizeable upfront investment, but it’s often far less than you might think and offers far better ROI than most anticipate (more on that in a moment). RAM elevators fit in a variety of spaces, meaning that there’s often a reduced need for large scale renovation, and our unique, machine-room less design makes it easier than ever to save on space while still getting the accessibility assistance you desire. Pitless, shaftless elevators are far less expensive to install than many think, and are less of a hassle to get in place than you might anticipate.
Myth: Maintenance Costs Will Be a Never-Ending Expense
Another common misconception that needlessly deters people from installing elevators is that, even if installation is affordable, you’ll spend excessive amounts of money on upkeep. While this may be the case if you neglect regular checkups and maintenance, well-built units like those manufactured by RAM are designed to be as reliable as possible and offer a long lifespan. As with most major investments, the more diligent you are with proactive care, the lower your cost of repair and maintenance will be overall.
Myth: An Elevator Won’t Add Value to My Home
Some people worry that installing an elevator is a big expense with little return aside from enhanced aesthetics and moderate convenience. This is, quite frankly, far from true. Home elevators offer the immediate benefit of easier accessibility and navigation for everyone in the household (imagine not having to haul laundry downstairs anymore!) and opens up your property to a much wider market of buyers and increases your value should you choose to sell in the future.
From added financial value to the peace of mind of knowing you’ll always be able to access every area of your home, there’s endless worth to installing a home elevator!
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RAM Elevators + Lifts has been making Canada and the United States more accessible since 1987. From outdoor lifts to indoor elevators, RAM has the accessibility tools to help make your life easier in your own home. Contact us today to learn more