Home Elevators

Residential elevators range from a shaftless lift that drops through an existing floor to a full hoistway with a machine room. The equipment price is only part of the project: framing, electrical, and permitting are often quoted separately by a general contractor.

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Minimalist glass residential elevator in a bright open-plan living space

What it costs

Home Elevators pricing at a glance

Home Elevators

$25k – $100k

installed

Shaftless models are cheapest. Traditional hoistway elevators involve real construction.

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7 independent guides, cost breakdowns, and comparisons.

Home Elevators

How Much Does a Home Elevator Cost?

Equipment is only part of it. Framing, electrical, and permitting are usually a separate contractor's invoice.

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Best Home Elevator Companies

Fewer than a dozen manufacturers dominate U.S. residential elevators. They serve very different projects.

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Shaftless Home Elevators Explained

The least disruptive way to add an elevator to a house that was not designed for one.

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Traditional Home Elevators

Full hoistway systems: more capacity, more stops, and real construction.

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Home Elevator vs Stair Lift

One moves a seated person. The other moves a wheelchair, a laundry basket, and a future owner.

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Platform Lift vs Home Elevator

For short rises and outdoor access, a platform lift does the job for a third of the price.

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Can You Add an Elevator to an Existing Home?

Almost always possible. The question is which approach your floor plan allows.

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