Spotlight & Tips

Aging In Place –Why you Need an Elevator

“Aging in Place” is a phrase we’re becoming more aware of as our beloved Baby Boomers begin to reach retirement age. This generation is also facing challenges of caring for their elderly parents, as well. The number one trend for 2011 will be for homeowners to remodel their homes to make them more relevant to the needs of an aging population.

This architectural development is all about creating homes that are safe and secure, but more importantly will allow someone to remain as independent as possible regardless of their physical abilities. There is a new wave of individuals who want to stay in their homes without the assistance of outside care.

Home elevators make all levels of a home accessible. They also, increase home value and make a home stand out with this attractive accessory. That’s why they are very popular with
people with accessibility issues.

Elevator Lift Systems, Inc. continues to be counted on to service the elevators they have installed. Elevator Lift Systems, technicians are licensed and factory trained and are on call seven days a week.

Elevator Lift Systems Inc. has been owned and operated by the McCandless Family for over 30 years. With over 10,000 installations in the Low Country, they are here to serve you.

Other great reasons to own a home elevator:

  • Home elevators the next “must have’ home amenity. According to a 2004 NAHB Study 91,000 new home buyers in 2003 felt home elevators were an essential inclusion to their home design
  • Home elevators are low maintenance, similar to a furnace
  • A stairway may require as much as 100 sq ft of space, while home elevators can
    use as little as 24 sq ft