If you’re planning a new home or remodeling an existing home, the cost of installing an elevator is something to consider. Building an elevator into the design of a new home offers several cost-saving options, whereas retrofitting an elevator in an existing home can be more costly and complex. Let’s take a closer look at […]
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FIND THE BEST HOME ELEVATOR MANUFACTURER WITH THESE 6 QUESTIONS
For most people, a home elevator is a once-in-a-lifetime purchase. We asked our expert team to use their 160-plus years of combined experience in elevators to help you find the best home elevator manufacturer. They came up with 6 questions you can ask any company you’re thinking of working with, plus the answers to look […]
FEDERAL FEATURE IN FOCUS – Bi-parting Doors
This is one of the several doors opening options that Federal Elevator offers. Bi-parting doors are a great option for the client who is looking for a modern and elegant entrance to their elevator. They are finished in brushed stainless steel and are fully automatic. Bi-parting doors are widely appreciated by many clients for their […]
Why Home Builders, Architects and Designers Should Include Elevators in Their Residential Projects
Federal Elevator’s residential line is unique and can be used as a way to anticipate client’s needs and wants through the span of their family’s life. An elevator provides accessibility and investment for those that have the necessity and budget to allow for it in their home. This feature can make people’s lives easier on […]
Safety Features Included in Our Residential Elevators
A common inquiry that we receive from potential clients is: “What safety features are included in my residential elevator?”. This is an important question as unlike commercial elevators, residential elevators in Ontario and in most North American jurisdictions are not required to meet any specific code and are not required to be inspected upon turn-over […]
Preparing Your Home for an Elevator Install
So you have decided to include a residential elevator and you contacted us for a quote, you may be wondering what the next steps are. While Federal Elevator will provide you with a quality residential elevator, we are do not provide you with the hoistway that will enclose the elevator. We recommend that you work […]
