Aging is a part of life that every person experiences. Lifting a heavy box makes your back hurt more than it used to. You have to go to the doctor more often for little aches and pains. And your partner has to yell a little louder. While people change as they age, the same is […]
Aging is a part of life that every person experiences. Lifting a heavy box makes your back hurt more than it used to. You have to go to the doctor more often for little aches and pains. And your partner has to yell a little louder. While people change as they age, the same is true for your building’s elevators. You’ll notice that the problems become harder to fix, the parts may be outdated and more difficult to acquire, and your elevators look like they just popped out of a time machine.
Elisha Otis Graves introduced the first safety passenger elevator in NYC in the 1850s. Today, NYC has the world’s oldest population of elevators, with many that are 30-50+ years old. This can lead to frequent breakdowns and poor performance. Our team at Start Elevator can help you assess the health of your elevator and see what needs to be done to extend its life. So, if your elevator is entering its golden years, here’s how Start Elevator can help.
Just like you must go to your annual physical every year, your elevator needs one, too. It’s called an equipment audit and lifecycle assessment. In this process, Start Elevator completes rigorous elevator testing to check for any potential violations. It helps us uncover deferred maintenance–any required services that may have been previously missed. Our experts check the maintenance and callback records of all your elevators, as well as the typical failures of your equipment.
Lifecycle assessments evaluate the environmental impact of your current system. It’s the most recognized scientific method globally to understand how green your systems are. It’s an intensive process, requiring anywhere from 3-12 months of work, but it results in a greater understanding of elevator performance.
It’s normal for an active person’s hip or knee to wear out as they age. The same thing can happen to the critical parts of your elevator. Some of the most common recommended elevator upgrades include:
Start Elevator can create a phased modernization plan after an equipment audit. In this process, we focus on the most critical upgrades first. When you plan ahead, you can modernize at the time that best serves your clientele and budget. For example, a busy department store like Macy’s would want to modernize their elevators in January after the busy Christmas shopping season. This way, an elevator is out of commission at the most convenient time.
Our capital planners can help your team cover more intensive upgrades for your elevators, starting with a free assessment. Contact us for more information and to schedule your consultation.
As you get older, getting your flu shot is more important than ever since influenza viruses can affect you more seriously. Preventative maintenance is the annual immunization your elevator needs to stay healthy. Our comprehensive maintenance programs can extend the lifespan of your elevators, improve performance, and minimize the chance of unexpected breakdowns.
Some of the tasks we complete during preventative maintenance include:
You want a doctor with a wealth of experience as you age–your elevator deserves the same treatment. Start Elevator has been delivering high-quality services to the New York metro area for over thirty years. Our family-owned business listens to your needs, developing elevator service and modernization packages that fit your timelines and budgets.
Help your elevator age gracefully and request a quote from Start Elevator today.
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